According to the company, the aim is to simplify the use of modern embedded applications and accelerate innovation. With aReady.IOT, users can focus entirely on their core competencies while congatec reduces the complexity of application development, enabling seamless communication and data transfer between different systems and devices.
The preconfigured building blocks enable communication with machines, systems, devices, and even sensors via protocols such as OPCUA, MQTT, and REST, and users can leverage them for data acquisition, remote monitoring, maintenance and management (e.g., OEE – Overall Equipment Efficiency), as well as predictive maintenance.
In addition, they will also have the option to process data directly at the edge for storage and visualization. This enables quick and easy implementation of automated processes such as data analysis, software updates, or event-triggered calls to action.
OEMs can use aReady.IOT to implement service-based business models and enhance customer support. This convenient off-the-shelf solution requires no additional expertise so customers can save on development time, accelerate time-to-market, and respond more quickly to market demands.
With aReady.IOT, customers gain a versatile range of services for both the hardware and software levels of their applications, consisting of thes packages:
- The ‘COM Manager’ enables the enhancement of a Computer-on-Module with features such as remote management, software maintenance, and system visualization via a dashboard.
- The ‘Application Manager’ allows customers to extend COM management to connected peripherals and carrier boards.
- The ‘Fleet Manager’ enables over-the-air (OTA) updates and facilitates the efficient roll-out of configurations across all existing installations. Upon request, congatec can also offer a cloud connection – bi-directional, if needed – through the ‘Cloud Connector’ to services such as AWS, Azure, or Telekom Cloud, providing full flexibility for aReady.IOT applications.
To simplify the configuration of IoT data flows, congatec is also offering an advanced web interface for creating zero-code solutions using visual or flow-based programming. This makes it easy to implement even complex data flows as no programming expertise or extensive training is required.
The user-friendly design and high operability provide great flexibility for roll-outs, whether for small batches, custom solutions, or large-scale deployments. The company also offers a comprehensive software maintenance and update package to support its customers.
