SGP.02 is the first specification from the GSMA describing Remote SIM Provisioning in IoT devices, also often referred as M2M RSP. It defines the architecture and processes that allow eSIM profiles to be securely downloaded, updated, or deleted over-the-air. This makes it possible to change mobile network operators without replacing the SIM card physically. It was notably created to enable operator profiles for for eUICC soldered inside vehicles in 2015.
The standard focuses on the needs of IoT deployments. It supports devices with limited user interfaces, low data rates, and long lifespans. SGP.02 enables remote connectivity management for sensors, trackers, meters, and industrial equipment deployed in hard-to-reach areas.
SGP.02 works by setting clear rules for communication between three key components:
By using SGP.02, organizations can simplify logistics, reduce operational costs, and extend device lifecycles. They can also respond faster to changes in network availability or business requirements.
SGP.02 makes large-scale IoT connectivity more flexible, secure, and efficient through standardized remote SIM provisioning.
In 2024, SGP.32 was introduced to improve management of eUICC in IoT fleets leveraging a flatter infrastructure, leveraging existing assets such as SM-DP+ from SGP.22 (Consumer RSP), removing the need for SMS and supporting bandwidth constrained devices.