Explore M2M

Machine-to-machine communications (M2M) is a rapidly growing field of business. Across the globe, more and more industries are moving towards integrated connectivity solutions into machines, devices and vehicles of different kinds.  The purpose may vary but the overall objective is naturally to stay competitive. Connected products bring business value through:

• Increased revenue opportunities – by adding new service offerings enhancing the core product
• Improved operational efficiency – real-time access to monitor and manage remote assets such as machines and equipment help minimize down-time and improve operational levels
• Reduced cost – enable you to manage and monitor assets remotely no matter where the unit is located
• Reduced environmental effects -  enables for example more efficient usage of connected fleets or streamlining monitoring processes

In Europe alone there are several billion devices that could potentially be networked by wireless technologies such as GSM/UMTS. The combination of standard GSM technology and the Internet form the basis of adding new business value to your products no matter where they are located  in the world.

Whatever your motives are, you will need a reliable and experienced partner to solve your communication needs. Telenor Connexion provides managed connectivity solutions on a global basis for various industries and applications – some examples include:

• The connected car – we are working closely with several of the car manufacturers to integrate connectivity into the car for various reasons. eCall services (automatic alarm in case of an accident), remote diagnostics and infotainment systems are some of the areas that are growing rapidly.
• The connected truck – Scania, Daimler and Volvo are all customers on an international level. The most common application is fleet management solutions, where real-time connectivity is an absolute must – no matter where the truck is being located.
• The connected electricity meter – automated meter reading/management via wireless technologies is adapted by many utility companies across the globe to increase control and provide a better service towards its customers.
• The connected container – different kinds of asset tracking and monitoring solutions are increasingly developing areas. Container tracking is of course one area, but the same needs apply to many different assets that might be “on the move” such as trailers, rail cargo, shipments, etc.
• The connected alarm – although for example home alarms have been connected before many alarm manufactures are now moving into wireless technologies instead of fixed lines. Improved operations/accessibility and easier installations are some of the reasons for deploying wireless connectivity.

These are just a few examples of products that have been (and can be) connected – the possibilities are more or less endless.