UK IoT connectivity platform provider Wireless Logic has launched Conexa, a carrier-grade mobile network built specifically for the IoT.

Conexa is designed to provide secure, resilient and flexible connectivity for companies deploying IoT devices and applications anywhere in the world.

Conexa provides a suite of connectivity options, network control and security services for global, national and regional deployments and is built over an ecosystem of mobile network operators (MNOs). It provides single or multi-network options and commercial models suited to both low and high data use according to application type.

“Mobile networks, and the infrastructure around them, were largely developed before the IoT existed, at a time when only the voice and data needs of people needed to be met,” said Oliver Tucker, CEO of Wireless Logic. “The IoT has particular requirements and, for it to continue to grow, innovate and thrive, companies need a simple way to deploy and manage their solutions. That requires specific on-SIM, on-device and core network IoT services which is why Conexa is built for the IoT and aggregates the world’s best 4G, 5G and LPWAN radio networks.”

Conexa is GSMA-certified and designed to meet the procurement, manufacturing and logistics challenges that IoT companies face, providing flexible and scalable implementation, integration and day-to-day operation.

On-SIM applications, distributed networking, real time controls and cloud integration simplify deployments. On-SIM control functions detect and initiate fail-over, as required, to alternative radio and core network infrastructure to protect mission critical applications.

Conexa has local connectivity options in key G20 markets and beyond, compliant with permanent roaming and data sovereignty regulations. Always-on connectivity is achieved through a dual redundant core network with automatic failover.

Tailored connectivity is available according to lifecycle stages, from factory to field, with remote provisioning of eSIM, iSIM and multi-IMSI SIMs, which also help take cost and complexity out of procurement, manufacturing and distribution processes through single product stock keeping units.

Security can be enhanced through on-SIM security applications and network protection features including IMEI locking, white or blacklisting, and private APN and VPN

The SIMPro management platform is for SIM and device management, diagnostics and intelligence, providing insight and control of deployments.

“We designed Conexa with flexibility, scalability and usability in mind, as these are fundamental requirements for IoT managers and device manufacturers,” said Tucker. “For the IoT to continue to grow, innovate and thrive, companies need a simpler way to deploy and manage their solutions. Conexa has been designed to do just that.”

With more than eight million IoT subscriptions active in 165 countries and direct partnerships with 48 mobile networks, Wireless Logic provides reach into more than 750 networks across the globe and delivers value throughout the IoT connectivity chain. Its purpose-built platform offers a single window to connect and manage assets securely across any network and number of deployments. This can simplify supply chains, accelerate time to market, lower cost of ownership and deliver connectivity that works.