Testing and Deploying

Navigating the Complex Landscape of IoT Connectivity with Pelion

Selecting an IoT Connectivity offering can be a complex task, given the myriad of choices available. However, with Pelion’s comprehensive suite of services, you can navigate this landscape with ease and confidence.

Key Questions for Testing an IoT Connectivity Provider

When evaluating an IoT Connectivity Provider like Pelion, consider the following questions:

Do you need access to multiple networks in each country you deploy in?

Pelion offers global cellular coverage across various networks, ensuring your IoT devices stay connected wherever they are.

What form factor of SIM Card is required?

Pelion provides both standard single-profile SIMs and future-proofed profile-swapping eSIMs to suit your needs.

Do you have coverage for the specific technology your device requires?

With Pelion, you can choose from a wide range of network technologies, including 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G, CAT-M, and NB-IoT.

Do you have visibility in a Connectivity Management platform to understand device performance?

Pelion’s user-friendly management platform offers real-time analytics and insights into device performance.

Can you get further granular insights from Customer Support to troubleshoot and tweak your device?

Pelion’s 24/7 technical support is always ready to assist you with in-depth insights and troubleshooting.

Answering these questions during a test or proof-of-concept phase will help you select the network technology that best suits your IoT devices, ensuring effective and reliable communication.

Building a Comprehensive IoT Device Testing Strategy

A thorough IoT Device testing strategy should cover the following layers:

Device & Hardware:

Ensure all physical components are performing as expected.

Connectivity & Network:

Validate that the gateways, modules, SIM Card, and Network Provider are facilitating successful data transmission. Pelion’s robust infrastructure offers key assurances in this area.

Data and Application:

Verify the integrity of the data collected, stored, and analyzed by the Application layer.

Security & Compliance:

Each industry has specific compliance and security requirements. Pelion’s advanced security measures, including data encryption and device authentication, ensure that these are met.

Deployment and Manufacturing Considerations

When it comes to deploying IoT Devices, manufacturing quality is paramount. Pelion can assist you in testing IoT Connectivity in a factory setting through various options:

Manufacturing Bootstrap Tariff:

Enables the IoT Device to connect once and send data, ensuring coverage in the manufacturing country.

Cellular Modems Factory Test Mode:

Many models offer test capabilities to ensure the modem is signaling correctly and behaving within tolerances.

Pelion: Your Trusted Advisor in IoT Deployment

Navigating the complexities of IoT testing and manufacturing may seem daunting, but Pelion is here to guide you every step of the way. With our expertise and comprehensive services, you can focus on what matters most: growing your business and achieving your IoT objectives.