In a significant advancement for global enterprise IoT deployments, Tata Communications, a leading provider of communication technology, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Cisco aimed at reshaping the future of how organizations connect, manage, and scale their networked devices worldwide. This collaboration comes as businesses increasingly expand their IoT operations amidst the complexities of managing vast fleets of connected devices – from smart vehicles to industrial sensors. As many enterprises face the challenges of fragmented SIM hardware, complex device rollouts, and interoperability issues across various networks and technologies, this new alliance intends to simplify and accelerate IoT implementation.
Tata Communications’ MOVE™ platform, an intelligent, generation-spanning global eSIM orchestration solution, will integrate directly with Cisco’s IoT Control Center, a cloud-based device management platform utilized by over 32,000 organizations supporting more than 270 million SIM IoT devices, including 100 million connected cars. By leveraging the combined proficiency of Tata Communications and Cisco in delivering streamlined, scalable global IoT implementations, businesses can expect significant advantages including:
- - Seamless device activation and management across SIM providers, private and public networks, as well as eSIM standards.
- - Accelerated time-to-market through consistent and unified connectivity experiences.
- - Comprehensive visibility and control over all levels of IoT deployment.
- - Reduced integration effort and avoidance of vendor lock-in.
As noted by Marco Bijvelds, Vice President and Global Head of Tata Communications MOVE™, the ongoing advancement of eSIM technologies heralds a transformative shift in how organizations connect and manage their IoT devices. “The unparalleled capabilities of Tata Communications' smart IoT framework, combined with Cisco's established device management platform, will empower global companies to unlock new possibilities, enhance operations, and accelerate digital transformation,” Bijvelds explains.
The partnership is set to positively impact sectors such as transportation, logistics, and manufacturing, where reliable IoT connectivity is essential. This includes scenarios such as a transport company activating trailers cross-border without local SIM cards, or a utility provider monitoring infrastructure across public and private networks without the need to reconfigure devices.
Furthermore, Masum Mir, Senior Vice President and Business Leader at Cisco Provider Mobility, states, “Together, Cisco and Tata Communications are driving innovation and unlocking new opportunities through collaboration in eSIM technology.” As businesses seek more simplicity, automation, and scalability to effectively manage increasingly complex use cases, eSIM is viewed as a fundamental technology. “Tata Communications has demonstrated its excellence as a key Cisco partner, making it a logical choice to advance our mobility services vision, especially in managing connected vehicles throughout their lifecycle – from production, to dealership, to the road.”
Cisco and Tata Communications aim to set a new standard in the IoT industry where interoperability, scalability, and lifecycle intelligence play a crucial role. The companies will work together to assist enterprises worldwide in fostering innovations, uncovering new revenue streams, and optimizing connected operations, thus enabling seamless interactions among people, spaces, and things.
About Tata Communications: Tata Communications (NSE TATACOMM) (BSE 500483) is a global provider of digital ecosystems, propelling the rapidly growing digital economy across more than 190 countries and territories as part of the Tata Group. As a trusted enabler, Tata Communications supports companies' digital transformations globally with collaborative and connected solutions, core and next-gen connectivity, cloud hosting and security solutions, as well as media services. The company connects 300 of the Fortune 500 firms and partners with 80% of the world’s cloud giants. For more information, visit
www.tatacommunications.com.