"5.5 million devices are connected to the network daily'

Gartner estimates that by the end of 2016 around 6.4 billion devices will be connected to the IoT infrastructure which corresponds to an increase of 30% during the course of this year alone. 5.5 million devices are being connected to the network every day. By 2020, the number of active devices linked to the global IoT network will increase to 20.8 billion. That’s what the ICT (Information and Communications Technology) revolution will look like “The nature of modern electronics is changing: simple devices are being turned into intelligent equipment connected to the network and facilitating everyday tasks. To deliver a specific service with added value to customers, the contemporary market requires that you supply not only the software, but the devices as well” says Grzegorz Wąchocki, vice president of Comarch Technologies. IoT therefore requires a skillful connection of hardware and software, where a physical interface collecting the data and a programming base for processing information in the cloud is essential. Comarch’s competence in the area of programming is indisputable: 1.1 billion PLN in annual revenue, 5,000 specialists and a client base which includes Nokia, Dell, IBM and Cisco proves the value of the company. Comarch Technologies, a company with 200 employees, was established to focus on the development of devices dedicated to IoT applications and Cyber Security. “OEMs are for the most part highly specialized in what they do, for example in producing lighting fixtures or electric equipment. But to create an integrated system, from wireless communication to cloud solutions and mobile applications, a lot of time and expertise in the field is required, which these companies usually do not have. And this is where our role begins — based on our modules and the data collected by them, a manufacturer can build a specific logic or algorithms which create a functional system for an intelligent building, for example,” Grzegorz Wąchocki continues. The question therefore arises as to how can you quickly redesign today’s products so that they meet the expectations of tomorrow’s market? Comarch IoT Plant Due to their complex functionality, service models developed in the electronics industry to date, based in many cases on cooperation with manufacturers in the Far East, no longer work for IoT. This trend is boosting the role of Eastern Europe which offers a good combination of low costs, top qualifications and short reaction times. Comarch has therefore created a holistic ecosystem which is geared to meeting the need for quick and effective introduction of Internet of Things functionality into any electronic device or application. The Comarch IoT Plant accrues all the required competencies. All the resources needed to conduct preliminary studies and create a product concept, carry out mechanical and 3D designs, design electronics, develop software, launch prototyping and short run production are gathered under one roof. The IoT Plant concept ensures full control over the R&D process, a high level of confidentiality and a quick NPI process. IoT Plant takes full advantage of the enormous knowledge and experience base of the Comarch Group corresponding to the software development process. These competencies have been supplemented by project teams and production assets which allow for quick production of short and medium runs. “We have invested 23 million USD in the development of production facilities having purchased an SMT line with a capacity of 45,000 cph, AOI, AXI, conformal coating machines or the flying probe test system tailored to the needs of short run production. With this particular business model, the time from product concept to the industrialization phase can be shortened to a minimum,” Grzegorz Wąchocki asserts. IoT Plant is able to quickly design and implement customized solutions which are based on specific customer requirements. Yet a complete system does not always need to be created from scratch. Comarch Technologies has created a range of ready-to-use IoT system elements, including beacons or BLE modules along with a cloud-based calculation platform. Comarch Technologies IoT Plant Contact: +48 126 215 192