Aeris, a global leader in IoT connectivity and security solutions, announced that it has entered into an IoT connectivity management services agreement with KDDI Corporation. KDDI has been using the current Aeris IoT Accelerator platform since 2017, which was originally offered by Ericsson and acquired by Aeris in early 2023. This agreement demonstrates continued demand for Aeris’ IoT Accelerator platform, which manages 104 million IoT devices and 42 million connected cars worldwide.
Since its acquisition, Aeris has made significant investments in globally strengthening its platform, including performance improvements, system modernization and migration to the cloud, and expanded collaborations with international connectivity providers. As a result, enterprise customers can now deploy connected solutions with a single SKU in any country and reduce the complexity of billing processes.
Sean Gowran, Vice President of Sales for Asia Pacific at Aeris, stated:
“We are delighted to support KDDI‘s migration to the Aeris IoT Accelerator platform. As a Tier-1 infrastructure, the Aeris IoT Accelerator platform supports the connectivity requirements of global enterprise customers. Our integrated global platform enables simple, secure, large-scale IoT deployments, helping multinational enterprise customers, including automotive OEMs, drive innovation and scaling without complexity, even during periods of significant market growth. We will also continue to provide even more advanced connectivity services through our IoT partner ecosystem and the innovation of our agentic AI platform.”
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This agreement will facilitate seamless service continuity and expand the capabilities of the Aeris platform to meet growing enterprise connectivity requirements worldwide.
Comprehensive IoT platform functionality
The Aeris IoT Accelerator platform provides enterprise customers with the following:
- Global Connectivity Orchestration : Helping automakers deploy connected cars across international markets through integrated management capabilities.
- Comprehensive device lifecycle management : Helping utility companies manage smart grid infrastructure over decades of long-term deployment.
- Integrated security and diagnostic capabilities : Provides detailed visibility and monitoring without requiring device-level software.
- Advanced eSIM orchestration : Providing long-term flexibility and operational control in mission-critical deployments.
Driving the growth of the IoT market
Aeris recognizes that the Asia Pacific region is a key market driving global IoT connectivity growth, with the global market projected to expand at an annual rate of 21.7% until 2033. The Aeris IoT Accelerator platform addresses the growing needs of enterprises as a scalable and secure IoT connectivity solution that supports not only domestic operations but also international expansion across automotive, utilities, and other critical industries.
SOURCE: Businesswire