Post-crash systems and e-call services in cars are going from innovation to standardisation. Car manufacturers are offering complete in-built solutions to enhance safety and add new functionality such as “infotainment”, navigation and remote diagnostics to add further value to the “online” car. In parallel, after-market solutions for use within the car are areas which are growing rapidly. This also means that new industries are entering the space of the car. Telenor Connexion is for example working closely with the insurance sector in deploying pay-as-the-drive solutions and together with different consumer electronics manufacturers (for example Personal Navigation Devices) we are developing solutions for usage within the car environment.

How can Telenor Connexion help?

The Automotive sector has always been one of our focus markets; hence we have some 10 years of experience of integrating wireless connectivity solutions for the car industry. We have developed products and services specially designed to fit the production process and business logics of the industry. One example of is our surface mounted SIM – Telenor Connexion eSIM designed especially for the specific environments within integrated car solutions. Our tailored M2M SIM concept facilitates the usage of only one standardised solution for connectivity no matter where the car is produced, sold or used. Our automated provisioning system enables SIM-cards and connectivity being in-built in in the car production line, but with no charges until the car is actually sold and the telematics system is used.

Volvo Cars

”We have cooperated with Telenor for many years to develop and implement our e-call service, OnCall, in different countries. Reliability of the technical solution, international reach and the right business model set-up for this unique service were some of the important factors in choosing our communication partner for the OnCall service. We are continuing to develop OnCall and other telematics solutions in close cooperation with Telenor to enhance our telematics offering.”

Joost van den Bosch, MSS Lifecycle Extended Offer Manager, Volvo Cars

Management workshop

A management workshop is an excellent starting point, highlighting the critical aspects of your needs and setting the baseline for your strategic direction. It will also identify alternative routes for implementing the M2M solution that best meets your needs and strengthens your business.

Solution design and testing

No solution is stronger than its weakest link. We can provide you with full assistance in the commercial and technical design of your M2M solution. Once you have established your design, you can test and verify the communications at our test lab before performing field trials.

Implementation and rollout

The difference is in the details. We have learnt along the way that having a steady grip on implementation and rollout is the key to success. We have the experience of handling both smaller projects and large-scale rollouts that include several hundred thousand devices.

Operations

We are with you at all times. You can get access to our customer support team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

• Reduce cost and complexity of your M2M deployment and operations– using one global SIM solution, one contract, one support channel and one technical solution supported by our M2M dedicated expertise.
• Gain total control of your remote assets 24/7 – via our online Service Portal or API solution
• Secure best-in class reliability of your connected products – based on our M2M platform developed for global large-scale connectivity solutions.

Based on over 10 years of experience within M2M communications we acknowledge that M2M is much more than a technology solution. Being an integrated part of our customer’s business critical solutions we realise the need to support and enhance all phases of our customer’s product life-cycles. Our managed connectivity offering is developed to ensure first-class services ranging from technical and commercial design, throughout test/validation to long-term connectivity operations.

Consequently, we will work in close co-operation with you to design and package a solution that will fit your technical, operational and business needs, enhancing the functions and performance of your product solution.

Our managed connectivity offering is built upon three areas forming the foundation for successful M2M deployments:

• Global connectivity services – Combining GSM/UMTS wireless technologies with the internet, we provide instant access to your products. Our global SIM concept enables you to standardize one connectivity solution no matter where your products are produced, sold or used.

• M2M enabling services – Services include automated SIM activation for matching requirements of your production and logistic chain, roaming and subscription profile that is customized for your specific usage and our web-based service portal providing you with continual access that enables you to manage and monitor your operational status.

• Professional services – When initiating a new M2M customer project we provide technical business solutions design and project management services, solely focused on developing a suitable connectivity solution serving your specific needs. After implementation of your solution we provide continued support and service management, 24/7 on a global basis.

M2M technologies are also used to monitor assets such as pipelines, valves and storage tanks in the process industry. This provides the opportunity to gain better control and optimise production.

Beecham Research (2008) predicts that the usage of M2M technology in the industrial sector will grow substantially over the coming years due to a highly competitive environment and a continuous need to streamline processes, minimise downtime and reduce environmental effects.

Telenor Connexion has experience of integration of customized wireless communication solutions in many industrial segments, ranging from water pumps and valves to robotics.

• 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.