Connected Data ≫ Intelligence Living organisms have a multitude of senses and the ability to communicate. When applied in the product space - sensors and connectivity enable something even more powerful - a collective mind. By analyzing data and interpreting the results, almost unimaginable possibilities are created. Connected solutions can increase security, reduce maintenance and even optimize sustainability. The value It is easy to become enthusiastic and creative when looking into the potential benefits of connectivity. The value of the data collected may even prove to be more valuable than the product itself. What’s more, predictive maintenance can be a compelling option for both vendors, owners and users. The challenge Connectivity also comes with constraints and challenges. Data throughput might be limited, and connected units will inevitably have different capabilities and/or software versions. Also, cybersecurity for you and your clients comes with the territory. The reward Once the constraints are managed in a proper way, connectivity has the potential to be incredibly rewarding in a number of ways. Connectivity can also be a key component for new capabilities. Autonomy, increased security, reduced need for maintenance and even optimized sustainability to name just a few. “The value of the data collected has proven to be more valuable to us than our actual products.” Connected - Best Practice How we unleash business opportunities through reliable data connection Challenge When everything is connected, a huge amount of data is made available and new business opportunities emerge. Our client wanted to introduce connectivity in order to reinvent their product range. Starting point We aimed to give the products a collective mind without interrupting traceability in transit to delivery. Strong measures are needed to ensure that the product, its data and assets are not vulnerable to various attack vectors. A comprehensive solution is needed. Able to update software while managing multiple product versions and patch levels. Reliable operation is required to eliminate risk for loss of data. Deliverables Avoiding data loss to allow the loss of connection and power, providing failsafe operations. Limited data throughput with sensors collecting data and a subscription model to select relevant data. Intra-product data exchange to communicate within the products subsystems. An over-the-air software update capability. Product patching solution for managing product versions. Connected device security to avoid the product being compromised or exposing data to unauthorized parties. Value delivered A connected product distributed worldwide, collecting valuable data every second, day and year. The value of the data corresponds to several times the price of the product itself. A reliable data-collection solution that enables more efficient product support and enables new business. A highly productive competence pool in collaboration with the client. We help you transform data into intelligence. Related services 5G Our view 5G is emerging and brings high-speed wireless connectivity. But there is more. Our expertise We have a long experience with industrial wireless solutions and know that 5G also decreases latency, increases connection density, and makes network slicing much more effortless. 5G enables you to provide real-time controlled, flexible services with high security and predictivity. 5G is the new link between edge and cloud computing. Cloud Computing Our view Cloud computing is the on-demand delivery of computing power, database storage, applications, and other IT services via the Internet with usage-based pricing. Our expertise We know how to build cloud-based solutions that scale without upfront investments. You focus on your incremental product roadmap - we setup the continuous delivery pipeline. Compliance with Regulations and Standards Our view Developing new products and services in a highly regulated environment requires a solid understanding of standards, regulations, and business objectives. Our expertise We help you to develop and release your new products and services, taking into accordance both compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. design control, ISO 13485, MDR) and your business priorities. Data Science Our view Data science is extracting insights from data sets by using software that automates the work. Our expertise We use on-edge or cloud-based platforms to develop the components needed to automatically capture, clean, transform, analyze, and visualize the result. We help you explore your data either directly in the product or in the cloud step by step with a lean startup development process that does not require large investment decisions. Edge Computing Our view Edge Computing includes all software development in the product (on Edge), i.e., embedded software and application software. Edge computing also involves moving raw data processing close to the data source. Our expertise We are experts in producing and releasing all software related to a product. We know how to set up small execution resources inside buildings, integrate them with machinery, and place them in homes and vehicles. Edge computing helps you run critical processes remotely without vast amounts of network bandwidth. Electronics Design and Encapsulation Our view New electric products increase the demand for sufficient encapsulation and routing of electrical media. Our expertise Considering customers’ requirements, function- and packing constraints, we develop a solution that is resistant to moisture, dust, dirt, and solvents, as well as cost-efficient and easy to maintain in the future. Information Security Our view Information security is about protecting confidential, private and sensitive information or data from unauthorized access. Our expertise By combining a deep understanding of your business and your customer’s data with solid knowledge about industry standards, such as ISO 27000, we can help you classify your data, identify potential gaps and take the right measures to protect it. Machine Intelligence Our view Classic automation is limited to simple tasks, but with Machine learning you can automate any problem imaginable. Using input data, the algorithm can learn and build an understanding of its environment to perform the task. Our expertise We help you to identify the required data, collect them with sensors if necessary, and develop the machine learning algorithm to run on edge or cloud. Product Cybersecurity Our view The likelihood of a serious cybersecurity incident becomes even greater as more devices are connected. At the same time, the potential impact on society increases as we rely more on connected and automated systems, and increasingly use them to drive our cars, provide our health care, power our factories and keep us entertained. Our expertise We help you mitigate these risks in a cost-effective manner through implementation of best practices, secure design, monitoring, analysis and testing throughout the development process in accordance with Product Cybersecurity. Project Management Our view Project management often centers around delivering output on time, to budget, and with expected quality. While traditional expectations on time, budget, and quality remain, the industry is successively adopting agile methodologies, e.g. SAFe, for complex development environments. Our expertise We help you lead, plan, and execute your product development and CapEx projects to successful outcomes. Software Engineering Our view Today software is a part of almost every technical system. Our expertise Do you need software engineering integrated into your product development? We know the best practice and tools of continuous exploration, continuous integration, and continuous deployment. We help you to establish industrial-scale DevOps delivering frequent releases. Systems Engineering Our view Systems engineering leads the way in requirements management and support in design thinking, development activity coordination, and life cycle aspects in complex projects. Our expertise Our systems engineering spans various industry segments, such as aircraft, commercial vehicles, robotics, software integration , and electronics engineering. 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