Hardware & embedded systems

A working prototype is the first step toward a product in the field

Getting a product into the field requires a combination of electronics, firmware, connectivity, testing, manufacturing preparation and the systems that support it once it is deployed. Our embedded team works across that entire journey.

These are the areas that make up our hardware and embedded service, and how each one contributes to a reliable connected product.

What this includes

• Firmware development and integration

  Writing and integrating the software that runs directly on microcontrollers and embedded processors.

• PCB design

  Designing circuit boards from schematic through to layout, optimised for the product's performance, size and manufacturing requirements.

• IoT systems and device connectivity

  Connecting devices to networks and to each other using the right protocols for the use case: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular and others.

• Device-to-cloud integration

  The data path from a physical device to a cloud platform: formatting, transmission, storage and making that data accessible for monitoring or analysis.

• Prototyping and proof-of-concept builds

  Functional prototypes that validate ideas, test assumptions and demonstrate feasibility before committing to full development.

• Manufacturing readiness and design for scale

  Preparing designs and documentation, and coordinating with manufacturing partners, so a product can move from prototype to volume production.

• Testing, validation and certification support

  Verifying that hardware performs as expected under its intended conditions, and supporting the documentation and testing required for certifications such as ICASA and FCC.

• Field data, telemetry and monitoring platforms

  The software layer that collects, visualises and alerts on data coming from devices deployed in the field.