u-blox introduces breakthrough 3D Automotive Dead Reckoning

3D ADR chip shows vehicle movement in 3 dimensions without GNSS signals.
Swiss u-blox, a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, introduces its next-generation semiconductor technology dedicated to advanced in-dash navigation, emergency call (i.e. eCall / ERA-GLONASS), usage-based insurance (UBI), road-pricing, and stolen vehicle recovery systems.
The UBX-M8030-Kx-DR chip integrates a radical new technology, “3D Automotive Dead Reckoning” (3D ADR) which enables it to calculate a vehicle’s position, speed, as well as elevation in areas of poor or no satellite visibility, a common scenario in high-density urban environments, stacked highways, or parking garages.
Click here to view a two-minute YouTube video demonstration.
The new chip is yet another proof of u-blox’ position as the leading provider of positioning technology for automotive applications, adopted by major car manufacturers globally.
Thomas Nigg, VP Product Marketing at u‑blox, said:
“Drivers expect car navigation systems to be fast, accurate, and work everywhere, regardless of satellite visibility. As cities expand, construction of more tunnels, multi-level overpasses and park garages is increasing.”
“Our solution meets this challenge head-on; regardless of satellite visibility, our 3D ADR chip shows movement in three dimensions to maintain continuous and accurate positioning in tunnels, stacked highways, multi-level or underground parking facilities.”
The technology aids traditional GNSS navigation systems such as GPS, GLONASS and BeiDou by blending them with individual wheel speed, gyroscope and accelerometer information to maintain accurate 3D positioning even when satellite signals are completely lost.
The UBX-M8030-Kx-DR chip is self-calibrating to compensate for sensor aging and temperature effects. It is compatible with virtually all vehicles and drive trains (i.e. front-, rear-, all-wheel drive), and supports a variety of sensor combinations. Sensor information can be derived from the vehicle’s sensors for the most cost-efficient implementation, or from external sensors for after-market solutions.  The chip is AEC-Q100 qualified and is produced in ISO/TS Automotive certified production sites.
The chip requires minimum host integration or customization resulting in no risk, low cost, and fast time-to-market. Installation is uncritical thanks to automated software calibration. 3D ADR is accurate even at low speeds.
The chip allows for easy testing, simple and modular production set-up, and minimal BOM. The chip comes in a 40-pin QFN package measuring only 5 x 5 mm and includes I2C, SPI, UART and USB interfaces.
Contact u-blox for more information.
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Sierra Wireless Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2013 Results

Sierra Wireless, Inc. today reported results for its fourth quarter and full year, ending December 31, 2013.

All results are reported in U.S. dollars and are prepared in accordance with United States generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), except as otherwise indicated below.
Q4 highlights from continuing operations:
+ Record revenue of $118.6 million, up 5.7% compared to Q3, 2013
+ Adjusted EBITDA of $6.2 million, compared to $5.9 million in Q3, 2013
+ Non-GAAP earnings from operations of $2.6 million, compared to $2.4 million in Q3, 2013
Full year highlights from continuing operations:
+ Record revenue of $441.9 million, up 11.2% year-over-year
+ Adjusted EBITDA of $18.7 million, up 47.9% year-over-year
+ Non-GAAP earnings from operations of $5.0 million, compared to $0.9 million in 2012
“We achieved record revenue in the fourth quarter, closing out a year in which we delivered solid operational results, sold our AirCard business, and began putting the proceeds to work on acquisitions that extend our leadership position in M2M,” said Jason Cohenour, President and Chief Executive Officer.
“We are exceptionally well positioned to capture the long-term M2M growth opportunity, and we are focused on continuing to drive profitable organic revenue growth, while we pursue additional acquisitions.”
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Telefónica to launch its M2M Channel Partner Programme globally

Analysts value the ‘managed connectivity’ opportunity at 11.6 billion euros in 2016.
Telefónica today announced the next phase in the launch of its M2M Global Channel Partner Programme in order to reinforce its position in the M2M world. The programme enables Telefónica to extend the reach of its offering by partnering with key players in the M2M value chain such as device manufacturers, solution providers and distributors.
This M2M partner ecosystem allows Telefonica to approach the market in collaboration with its partners who in turn enrich our offering with their solutions and generate a multiplier effect in terms of scale. The Programme will also enable Telefónica to identify the most successful M2M Service Providers that could become future vertical solution partners for the company.
Telefónica first launched this programme in the USA, working with companies who want to expand to other markets where we have a strong presence. More than 80 partners enrolled in less than 7 months. We are now extending this initiative globally starting with Europe before rolling out to other markets.
“We are really pleased with the success of the partner progamme in the USA. It gives us a richer portfolio of M2M solutions to sell to our customers. Now we are deploying our Global Channel Partner Programme in Europe as well. We’ll continue moving forward by developing the Programme in other Telefónica regions and adding more Telefónica products to our portfolio, using the same proven partnership model,” says Mr. Rafael García Meiro, Telefónica Digital’s Global Partner Sales Unit Director.
He added:
“90 additional companies are already in the process of joining our Channel Partner Programme, and the objective for 2014 is to enrol a total of 250 partners.”

For more information, please visit: http://partnersdigital.telefonica.com

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SkyWave Partners with SpaceTeam To Provide Fleet Management Communications in Russia’s Most Remote Regions

SkyWave satellite terminals with integrated GLONASS a natural fit for Russian market.
Fleet Management Systems(FMS) optimize the management of a company’s mobile resources. While savings in lower fuel costs, fewer vehicle miles driven, and reduced worker overtime are obvious benefits, even more value comes from reduced insurance premiums due to fewer accidents and improved driver behavior.
In areas with insufficient GSM coverage, vehicle connectivity is compromised. SpaceTeam Holding, a leading provider of satellite navigation and telematics-based transport automation solutions, worked with its partner, SkyWave Mobile Communications, to deploy a solution that incorporates SkyWave IDP satellite terminals to ensure customers are always connected with their vehicles.
“Navigation technologies are relevant for many commercial industries, including oil & gas, mining and forestry management,” says Svetlana Khadonova, Marketing Director at SpaceTeam.
“SkyWave terminals include an integral GLONASS receiver, which allows the terminal to send position reports as well as the typical forms and text messages. For us, SkyWave technology meets the increasing demand for richer information in remote applications without the added costs associated with continuous connectivity, regardless of vehicle location.”
In addition to maximum stability, SpaceTeam’s innovative solution uses an optimization algorithm that automatically switches to IsatData Pro (IDP) satellite service if the GSM signal is lost over a period of time. This provides seamless communications at the lowest cost without sacrificing coverage. The result is better data for managing business processes and peripheral equipment — including alarm buttons, fuel level sensors, ultrasonic sensors and inductive sensors — and guarantees passenger safety in inclement weather conditions.
Among the first to benefit from this technology is the Regional State Office of Civil Defense, Fire and Emergency of Tomsk. The Tomsk region has incorporated the solution into its fleet of vehicles.
“SkyWave terminals integrated with GLONASS and IsatData Pro open a wide range of satellite monitoring and FMS applications for commercial enterprises conducting business in the polar circle and Eastern Siberia,” adds Sue Rutherford, Director of Marketing for SkyWave.
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Eurotech Announces Everyware Server to Enable On-Premises M2M and Internet of Things Applications

Solution Connects Devices to Enterprise Applications to Realize Benefits of Proven Everyware Cloud Technology in Private Data Centers.
Eurotech, a leading supplier of embedded technologies, products and systems, today announces the Everyware Server, a powerful M2M integration platform offering for on-premises deployment. By offering the proven functionality and services of Everyware Cloud, integrated with powerful and reliable server hardware, enterprises now can have high levels of data security and privacy with device and data management capabilities deployed on an appliance in their facility. Any device within the enterprise infrastructure can connect to the Everyware Server and provide near real-time inputs to business applications and systems.
Robert Andres, CMO, Eurotech, says:
“Many customers want the tools and benefits of a public cloud solution, but need to keep their data secure in their own data center.”
“Eurotech developed the Everyware Server to meet the needs of these customers in industrial, healthcare, transportation and other markets with an easy to implement, efficient and secure solution that can be seamlessly integrated into an enterprise IT infrastructure. With proven Eurotech hardware and software, customers are able to connect the world of devices in the field with their business logic to get their M2M solution up and running very quickly.”
The Everyware Server offers the following benefits:

Control and privacy for enterprise data and devices
Data management including always-on collection, storage, analysis and access
Device management for centralized application updates, configuration and remote reboots
Security and reliability through standard protocols
Quick and easy setup; plug in the system and configure using an intuitive web interface
1TB storage capacity and fast processing with on-premises appliance
Industrial-grade, 1U, 19” rack-mount server hardware

The Everyware Server delivers actionable data from the field to applications and business processes, dashboards and reports. The power and flexibility of the Everyware Server allows customers to rapidly change and adapt as the business evolves and is available immediately.

For more information, visit http://www.eurotech.com/en/quickviews/product/everyware+server.
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Sierra Wireless launches new generation 4G LTE modules for notebooks and tablets

New AirPrime® modules are designed for small, thin devices and offer worldwide LTE support, streamlining supply chain to reduce operational complexity.
Sierra Wireless today announced the launch of two new AirPrime® embedded wireless modules for 4G LTE networks. The AirPrime EM7340 and EM7345 are based on Intel chipsets and designed for integration into notebook computers and tablets, with a standardized M.2 form factor ideal for small, thin devices. With one of the new AirPrime modules integrated into a notebook or tablet computer, end customers have mobile broadband available at their fingertips, offering an efficient alternative to searching for public WiFi networks.
Horst Pratsch, head of the Product Line Modems & Modules at Intel Mobile Communication said:
“Intel’s LTE platform is a very good fit for the requirements of the PC OEM by offering the largest number of bands supported in the new M.2 form factor.”
“Collaborating with Sierra Wireless to provide connectivity to our joint customers was a logical next step for us and we are excited to see these products launch.”
The new modules support LTE networks worldwide, with the AirPrime EM7340 supporting LTE in Japan and the AirPrime EM7345 supporting LTE networks in the rest of the world. The multi-region support on the AirPrime EM7345 is especially attractive to PC manufacturers, streamlining their supply chain and allowing them to offer a product that works in most markets. The two modules are also completely interchangeable, meaning the same device design and firmware can be used regardless of destination.
“Our new AirPrime modules are driven by what our customers have told us they need to be successful,” said Dan Schieler, Senior Vice President and General Manager, OEM Solutions for Sierra Wireless.
“The diversity of frequency bands used for LTE networks around the world has been a pain point, because large manufacturers had to order and stock several different modules to cover all their markets. Supply chain management is a key issue for our PC OEM customers, and the ability to supply most of the world with a single module reduces operational complexity and costs – it is a compelling benefit for them.”
Samples of the AirPrime EM7340 and EM7345 are available now for testing and certification purposes. Commercial shipments are expected to begin within this quarter.

For more information about the Sierra Wireless AirPrime EM7340 and EM7345 embedded wireless modules please visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/em_series.
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Aeris Announces Availability of Aeris GSP, Ushering in a New Era of M2M Profitability for Mobile Operators

Proven M2M PaaS offerings provide mobile operators multiple paths to bridge the M2M “Opportunity Gap”.
Aeris Communications, the Made for Machines™ technology and service provider, today announced the availability of Aeris GSP™, a global M2M service platform for mobile network operators. Aeris GSP packages Aeris’ proven M2M service technologies designed to enable flexible and profitable M2M services to the growing Internet of Things marketplace. Aeris GSP allows mobile operators to significantly lower current M2M service delivery costs, adapt to unique M2M business models, and offer advanced data services to increase M2M revenue per connection.
Aeris GSP leverages Aeris’ next-generation, carrier-grade M2M service platform that currently manages millions of devices and processes more than 200 million M2M messages per day. Aeris’ unique technology has led to broad-based traction across M2M market segments, including eHealth, Fleet Management, Telematics, Connected Auto, Utilities, Monitoring and Control, and Point of Sale. Aeris GSP delivers the cost structure, flexibility and advanced services that enable operators to capture high-value M2M customers, and to service the whole M2M opportunity.
“Our collaboration with Aeris ­­is very valuable to Sprint. Their innovative technology and services are key components of Sprint’s Command Center M2M platform,” said Mohamad Nasser, Director, M2M Product, Platforms and Marketing at Sprint. “The Aeris professionals are quick to resolve any issues, and their market-leading platform ensures that Command Center remains at the forefront of M2M services capabilities.”
Historically, mobile operators had to build an M2M services overlay in-house, turn to an external software provider, or use a hybrid approach to serve the M2M market. These efforts were often stifled by mobile infrastructure and processes optimized for consumer handset subscriptions, not machines. Given this considerable constraint and the expected growth in M2M demands, operators face an “Opportunity Gap.” This gap is defined by the set of M2M opportunities that are served sub-optimally or cannot be served at all due to high cost thresholds, low revenue per connection, or platform inflexibilities.
Marc Jones, CEO of Aeris Communications, said:
“The forces shaping the M2M market demand a new approach. First generation M2M service delivery approaches are not going to make the cut.”
“Aeris GSP is a proven and hardened platform, borne from more than a decade of M2M experience, and will take this industry to a new level of growth and profitability.”
The Aeris GSP Difference
Through decades of building a profitable business delivering and managing M2M services, compelled to improve service delivery costs and efficiency and develop new revenue streams, Aeris has evolved the M2M services platform. The Aeris GSP Platform-as-a-Service can be deployed via multiple modular service packages, enabling the operator to be up and running in as little as 60 days. Aeris GSP benefits include:

Eliminating High Service Delivery Costs: Aeris GSP’s machine-optimized service core, AerCore™, allows operators to bypass typical costs of purpose-built network elements while enabling market-leading scalability, reliability, and service performance.
Growing Revenue per Connection: Tapping into big data, analytics, and data sharing opportunities, the Aeris cloud-based data management service, AerCloud™, allows operators to grow revenue beyond connected services alone.
Flexible M2M Rate Plans: Rate plan structures are entrenched in MNO business systems and processes. Aeris AerB/OSS™ affords operators the freedom of virtually limitless charging models and rate plans without expensive customization and IT modification to existing systems. Tight integration with Aeris GSP service core allows fast development of new charging events.
M2M-Grade Support and Operations: Aeris AerSight™ connects skilled operations personnel with the most comprehensive real-time and historical network transaction detail in the industry, improving operational efficiency and lowering OPEX, while meeting the demands of mission critical M2M solution support.

“With a singular M2M focus and a successful track record of servicing millions of devices, Aeris has the patents, technology and expertise to bridge the M2M Opportunity Gap and drive the Internet of Things,” added Jones.
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KORE expands operations into Japan by partnering with Micro Technology Co Ltd

KORE, the world’s largest dedicated provider of machine to machine (M2M) wireless data networks, has appointed Micro Technology its exclusive regional partner for Japan.
Based in Tokyo, Micro Technology have been providing research, design and manufacturing services for embedded systems since 1983 and have recently expanded their portfolio into M2M solutions.
KORE has expanded its global footprint into the Japanese market following its recent successes throughout Asia Pacific.
President and Chief Operating Officer of KORE Wireless, Alex Brisbourne said the partnership is a first for the business and brings new opportunities for companies based in Japan to expand their operations using the KORE Global M2M network.
“We’ve long seen Japan as a market with great growth and potential in the M2M space, with many companies based in Japan wanting to expand their operations internationally. With the help of Micro Technology KORE is now perfectly positioned to make these plans a reality.”
Vice President and General Manager of KORE Wireless Asia Pacific, Shane Murphy said this partnership will enable full support for local Japanese customers as well as KORE customers wanting to approach the Japanese market from the outside.
“This new partnership will allow us to drive in-country sales and provide localised support to customers in Japanese. Micro Technology has a history of success in the embedded solution field, and an intimate knowledge of the Japanese market; we couldn’t have asked for a better partner for the region.”
Micro Technology will complement the KORE service offering by developing end to end M2M solutions in vehicle telematics, remote healthcare and factory automation, all connected by the KORE Global M2M Network.
Shinichi Ishimatsu, Chief Executive Officer of Micro Technology has been watching the steady growth of the Japanese M2M market and thinks now is the perfect time for the partnership with KORE:
“We’ve seen demand for m2m wireless solutions growing in Japan for some time, our partnership with KORE now allows us to capitalise on this. Not only can we design and build these solutions for our customers, we can now offer them a full service including a platform and connectivity.”
Micro Technology now have access to the full range of cellular and satellite based KORE M2M services and are already building devices for use locally in Japan and across the KORE Global network.

KORE will be joining Micro Technology at Japan IT week on the 14th – 16th of May to exhibit available M2M services and showcase their capabilities in this growing market.

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CeBIT to Prove IoT Business Case with International M2M Council

The world’s largest trade show for IT and communications has joined forces with a new trade group to put the business case for the “Internet of Things” front-and-center.
The massive CeBIT trade fair – held inHanover (Germany) every March – has agreed to provide a showcase area where communicating machines will reveal how connecting such devices can bring profit.
CeBIT’s new Internet of Things Showcase is being organized in cooperation with the newly formed trade association for machine-to-machine communications, the International M2M Council (IMC). Proving the business case for IoT is the mission of the new London-based trade group, which already includes AT&T, Deutsche Telekom, and Oracle.
Used interchangeably, the terms IoT and machine-to-machine communications (M2M) refer to applications in which computers and sensors exchange data with each other to monitor and control remote machines. The terms cover life-enriching connectivity applications in areas such as connected cars, mobile healthcare, home security, smart grid, and mobile supply-chain.
The Internet of Things Showcase at CeBIT 2014 will include live demonstrations of in-home healthcare monitoring, fleet management systems, smart meters for gas utilities, embedded device components, and cellular networks dedicated to M2M use.
Keith Kreisher, executive director for the IMC says:
“IT departments are becoming more important for M2M deployments, and CeBIT is a fair that draws huge numbers from crucial vertical markets like the automotive, energy, and healthcare industries, as well as the public sector.”
The group also counts Digi International, Iridium, Kore Telematics, Orbcomm, Telecom Italia, Telit, and Wyless among its board member-companies.
The new exhibit is located in one the busiest parts of the fair ground – in the traditional communications area of Hall 13 at the main west entrance. Other M2M activities in the hall will include the M2M Zone Pavilion, which features exhibitors to the sectors in more traditional booths, as well as the M2M Zone Conference, which will offer case studies about IoT business models.

About International M2M Council: The IMC was formed in 2013 to foster widespread M2M adoption across a diverse range of industrial and consumer sectors by bringing together solution providers and adopters of M2M technology globally. For more information, visit www.im2mc.org.
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