Sequans Communications is working with Deutsche Telekom on its recently announced technology, nuSIM offering, which moves the SIM card functionality directly onto the chipset.
This new development, whereby the old paradigm of removable SIM cards is done away with, ushers in a new era in IoT device deployment that enables IoT devices to be smaller, more cost-effective, and more power-efficient, thus significantly improving Deutsche Telekom’s ability to manage massive IoT device deployments with carrier grade security and efficiency.
Deutsche Telekom developed nuSIM solution which moves the SIM functionality from the physical SIM card directly to the chipset. nuSIM is designed for low-cost devices used in mobile IoT applications with a long life-span, such as asset trackers or smart motion or temperature sensors.
The elimination of the physical SIM card simplifies the form factor of an IoT device as there are no additional contacts, circuit paths or SIM card holders to consider. nuSIM provides a minimum hardware and software footprint for cost-efficient implementations with minimal power consumption.
This brings simplicity as well as cost and time savings along the IoT value chain. Device vendors benefit from better design options due to smaller package size and extended battery life. SIM logistics, such as stock keeping or handling, are no longer necessary.
IoT service providers can save costs through a simple digital process which puts the operator’s credentials onto the device during manufacturing time. Customers also benefit from the lower device cost. In addition, they can start their mobile IoT project quicker and easier since a fully operational SIM is already on board.
“nuSIM is a powerful innovation and we are excited to play a part in this exciting development with Deutsche Telekom,” said Georges Karam, Sequans CEO. “Integrating the SIM functionality directly onto the chip will have a profound impact on the cost-sensitive IoT market as it will simplify provisioning and deployment and bring value to not only Deutsche Telekom, but to all of our IoT customers who will benefit from the lower device cost that an integrated SIM allows.”
“We are pleased to collaborate with Sequans on integrating nuSIM into their Monarch LTE for IoT chip,” said Ingo Hofacker, Senior Vice President, responsible for the IoT business at Deutsche Telekom. “All of Sequans’ Monarch customers who are looking to launch new IoT devices on our network will benefit from the simplified SIM solution. That will get their products to market faster than ever before.”
“nuSIM represents a major technological advancement in the IoT industry that will no doubt soon be adopted by many operators,” said Karam. “Deutsche Telekom is leading the way here to create an open ecosystem.”
