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Key Insights

  • Moving device designs from a plastic SIM card to an embedded SIM (eSIM) chip may seem like a small change. In practice, much more than the form factor itself changes.
  • eSIM is a GSMA specification that enables remote SIM provisioning (RSP) of any cellularly connected device. It provides a simple and secure method for downloading a profile (or several profiles) over-the-air from a mobile network operator (MNO).
  • Switching to remotely provisioned eSIMs brings new features aimed at improved scalability for Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
  • One of the biggest eSIM opportunities goes beyond network connectivity and lies in enabling extension of service offerings.
  • Streamlined, secure provisioning of eSIM-based devices brings many eSIM use cases where scalability drives faster and broader IoT adoption.

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In-Factory Profile Provisioning (IFFP) is a relatively new technology that securely embbeds mobile network SIM profiles at the device manufacturing stage.  Download the free Transforma Insights report to find out more.
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Cellular IoT connectivity
Remote SIM provisioning (RSP) over Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT)
The Narrowband IoT cellular standard and network access technology offers great advantages to device makers and deployers but has to be well understood to harness in the right way. Here we review the key aspects.
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Remote SIM provisioning
Guide to GSMA eSIM certification
eSIM certification is a must for standardized and safe eSIM-enabled IoT devices. Find out about the key concepts and components of the compliance process and learn the jargon along the way.
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