Whether you require specialized features for a niche market or are ready to compete with established channels - OptConnect cellular experts can help you capture those opportunities with long-term embedded connectivity. We’re with you all the way from program definition to activation management.
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An embedded integration generally requires a minimum of 4 to 6 months with RF expertise, dedicated hardware and software resources (along with reliable vendor documentation) - plus high-level support during the compliance and carrier-certification phase.
Cut down on that timeline by embedding OptConnect ema - considered a pre-approved device under the grant conditions obtained through compliance.
Development and deployment can be a lengthy and complex process. The vast majority of cellular modules are not plug and play. Instead, they are only modular-approved and certified after the full product is defined (including an antenna, enclosures, management software, and so on). Let OptConnect help.
Development and deployment can be a lengthy and complex process. The vast majority of cellular radio modules are not plug and play. Instead, they are only modular-approved and certified after the full product is defined (including an antenna, enclosures, management software, and so on). OptConnect can help.
If so, OptConnect can help you extend your investment on certification so you don’t need to repeat the process every time.
Consider how many units you plan to ship in the first and second year of production. Can you amortize the certification costs? You should also know if your end solution’s ASP can absorb - and justify - these costs.
An embedded solution may make sense if you’re mapping an opportunity of 5,000 to 10,000 modules. Add to that the significant expense of certification.
Let the OptConnect team walk you through the best option.
Remember, hardware and compliance costs account for just one portion of your total expenditure. Your overall lifetime recurring cost will surpass the unit cost of hardware. Your total cost also depends on how many carriers you choose, and whether or not you need a global solution. Pay attention to data growth over time, as the recurring costs of your monthly data plan also greatly impact your TCO.
Embedded solutions still need intervention after deployment. Consider how you will maintain service quality when capacity is challenged or when features are updated. To keep your business healthy, you should include the potential cost of manual intervention or truck rolls. OptConnect can help you manage systematic and firmware updates for best-in-class uptime.
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