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Not selling LTE-M connectivity? You should be

An image showing shipping containers and asking the question, not selling LTE-M connectivity? You should be

You’re already selling 4G and 5G, but did you know you can offer LTE-M in the UK just as easily? Here’s why you should.

And if you’ve ever had your LTE-M access cut off because your provider didn’t have the right licence (yes, it happens!), that won’t be a problem with us — we have it. That means reliable access, no disruptions — and more reasons to partner with us for LTE-M, beyond just compliance.

New to LTE-M?

LTE-M is a licensed, low power, wide-area network technology specifically designed for IoT solutions. Our LTE-M is the go-to choice when you need to deploy small data connectivity with deep coverage, at reduced costs.

It’s a great way to ensure consistent uptime for low power IoT devices, especially in tricky areas.

It offers:

Low power consumption

Long battery life (up to 10 years), making it ideal for remote sensors

Deep coverage

Great for areas with poor signal eg; underground deployments/ remote areas

A cost-effective alternative

Your customers won’t pay for costly high data provision where it’s not needed

A reliable and secure service

The licence gives enhanced security due to authentication process, so it’s especially good for data-sensitive monitoring systems

Low latency and high throughput

LTE-M connects both static and mobile applications

Extended range

Connect across longer distances than traditional cellular networks

Use cases for LTE-M

If your customers need to connect IoT devices in any of the areas below – and don’t want to pay for high data when it’s not needed – LTE-M is the perfect solution.

Smart cities

Street lighting, waste management, smart parking

Traffic management

Flow monitoring, smart signals, V2X communication

Smart meters

Remote reading, energy management, water management

Supply chain management

Inventory management, cold chain monitoring, location tracking

Environmental monitoring

Air and water quality monitoring, wildlife tracking

Static or mobile devices

Industrial equipment monitoring, wearable devices, asset monitoring

Asset tracking

Shipping containers, construction equipment, vehicles

Smart agriculture

Weather sensors, GPS trackers, crop monitoring

Logistics

Container management, delivery optimisation, fleet management

As the IoT market continues to grow, now’s the ideal time to offer this reliable service. It’s scalable, long-lasting, robust, and hassle-free. Longer battery power means reduced costs and boosted sustainability credentials.

And LTE-M can supercharge your customers’ solutions by enabling IoT innovation and enhancing data security.

We make selling and reconnecting to LTE-M effortless

Some businesses recently found their roaming IoT devices have stopped working because their provider didn’t have the required licence to deliver LTE-M in the UK. It’s a huge disaster for them and their customers.

But you can be the hero in this story.

Thanks to our strong relationships with network providers, we’re licensed to deliver LTE-M in the UK. Which means you can dive in and get these businesses’ devices reconnected, quickly and simply.

LTE-M seamlessly integrates into your current offering. We’ll help you configure, deploy, and manage it, offering you all the support you expect from our partner-focused approach.

So you can confidently add LTE-M to your portfolio, opening up juicy opportunities across your base, and attracting new prospects. LTE-M positions you as a provider of global, scalable, and reliable connectivity ensuring seamless data transfer worldwide.

Don’t wait around

These customers need help right now. And if you’re not the one reconnecting them, someone else will be.
Rich Crossingham
Rich Crossingham
Senior Business Development Director