Israeli system-on-module (SoM) designer Variscite is working with California-based Memfault to expand SoM management, security and over-the-air (OTA) capabilities.

This collaboration gives Variscite customers access to Memfault’s platform for device monitoring, debugging and remote updates.

Memfault has a platform for monitoring, debugging and securely updating embedded and IoT devices deployed in the field. The system collects critical data including crashes, errors, health metrics and usage analytics, allowing developers to detect and resolve issues quickly, even in remote environments. To complete the process, the system also supports secure OTA updates, enabling rapid deployment of fixes and improvements. This shortens detection and resolution times from weeks or months to days.

The platform is compatible with Variscite SoMs running Linux, Android or real-time operating systems and suitable for all Variscite modules, including SoMs based on the NXP i.MX 9, i.MX 8, i.MX 7 and i.MX 6 series, as well as the Texas Instruments Sitara AM62 application processors. It requires low power and little memory usage, and supports a range of connectivity options, including Bluetooth and wifi.

“Consumer and industrial users rely on their connected devices, yet it’s notoriously difficult for developers to identify and solve issues, let alone monitor battery performance, system crashes or boot failures without the Memfault platform,” said Justin Platt, Memfault director of partnerships. “Our integration with Variscite’s reliable hardware infrastructure is production-ready and this partnership makes it simple for customers to get complete visibility into device performance and quality in the field.”

Ofer Austerlitz, vice president at Variscite (www.variscite.com), added: “With Memfault’s platform now available to Variscite customers, developers can have enhanced insights into their software and greater control throughout their product’s lifecycle.”

This suits those developing devices with zero tolerance for bugs or performance issues, such as medical devices. Variscite’s compliance commitments, including the ISO 13485 medical certification, combined with Memfault’s tools, support the standards required for mission-critical applications. Additionally, Memfault helps streamline regulatory compliance through SOC 2 accreditation, GDPR support, and readiness for evolving requirements such as the EU Data Act and the Cyber Resilience Act.

Memfault (memfault.com) was founded by engineers from Fitbit, Oculus and Pebble. It is backed by Stripes, Uncork Capital, Partech, 5G Innovation Lab, S28 Capital and Y Combinator.