Aeris

Aeris is an Internet of Things technology company that sells cellular connectivity and a platform for managing connected devices. Its customers include carmakers and organisations running large device fleets across several regions.

The firm describes its stack as covering connectivity, orchestration, security and business services in one place. It says it handles the carrier, eSIM and compliance questions that come with deploying devices across borders.

What Aeris offers

• IoT connectivity — cellular links for devices deployed in many countries.
• IoT platform — one place to monitor, troubleshoot and manage fleets of connected devices.
• Security — encryption and threat detection for IoT ecosystems.
• Cost and performance management — help with roaming costs and network efficiency.
• Service launch support — tools for introducing new IoT services and programmes.

Who it works with

Transport and logistics programmes, smart grid deployments and connected car programmes, with named automotive customers in its history.

Key facts

• Offices: Silicon Valley headquarters, with offices in Chicago, London, Delhi and Tokyo
• Sectors: energy, transportation, retail and healthcare
• Focus: automotive 5G standalone connectivity for vehicle programmes