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Retail WWAN is deployed with CradlePoint routers to back up critical communications data inclusive of POS and inventory management, freeing bandwidth on the primary network.
Convenience StoreConnected coolers
Coolers are monitored sending out alert notifications regarding movement, temperature and door open/close, keeping inventory fresh and cooler properly maintained.
Clothing RetailerConnected
A PCI compliant point of sale (POS) device is utilized for debit and credit card solutions for merchants across the globe, replacing a land line connection for more flexibility.
Specialty StoreConnected scents
Connected scent systems in high-end retail, casinos and specialty retail stores dispense air freshener scents with frequency and level of scent to customer liking.
A sleep clinic utilizes a remote patient monitoring device that monitors the sleep patterns of patients suffering with respiratory care conditions. Real-time results are sent to doctors including analytics of an RPM device to ensure correct functioning.
Wearable TechConnected glasses
A wearable tech company uses connected smart glasses for the visually impaired that communicate directly to live agents who assist with navigation and daily activities.
Home HealthcareCardiac device
A portable stethoscopic device works anywhere a cellular or WiFi connection is available. In hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities or private homes, the device aids a qualified clinician’s analysis after the simultaneous recording of cardiac sounds and ECG.
Pharmaceutical Co.Pill dispenser
An automated pill dispenser delivers medications when patients need them following doctor’s instructions, sending text/email alerts to loved ones when medications are dispensed incorrectly.
Wireless ATM machines operate where wireline connectivity is unavailable, providing cost-effective connectivity for low bandwidth transactional applications. Customers benefit from having access to funds in non-traditional locations like outdoor sporting events.
LotteryCardiac device
Lottery-type gaming machines are deployed in thousands of small convenience stores that can be remotely managed and monitored. Embedded WWAN connectivity allows machines to be ready for use when powered up.
Real-time visibility into a county’s snow plow vehicles provides asset details inclusive of GPS location for routing and logistics. This dramatically cuts down on management expense and boosts fleet efficiencies.
CourierAsset tracking
A courier uses a complete trailer tracking solution for private, leased and contracted fleets, including hardware, applications and connectivity. The solution provides location, dwell time, detection of movement and other critical data points to ensure fleet optimization.
Long-haul TruckingFleet tracking
A long-haul trucking company uses a solution to monitor engine diagnostics, driver behavior and reduce driver turnover. Connected in-cab tablets enable driver services such as navigation, dispatch and proof of delivery while other IoT devices gather fleet management metrics and track assets and trailers.
BakeryHours of Service
A wholesale bakery that delivers products via long-haul and local routes using a variety of vehicle types is able to track vehicles, meet Hours of Service requirements and simplify dispatching within one platform for the entire fleet.
Real-time visibility into a county’s snow plow vehicles provides asset details inclusive of GPS location for routing and logistics. This dramatically cuts down on management expense and boosts fleet efficiencies.
Construction Co.Heavy equipment
With a need to receive better insight into the overall performance and utilization of their deployed heavy equipment on job sites across the U.S., a construction company is able to deploy a solution providing diagnostics into engine run time, idling and on-the-job utilization.
Equipment MaintenanceEquipment & machinery
Leveraging AT&T Control Center along with the telematics platform, an equipment maintenance company is able to better monitor, manage and control their fleet of equipment.
Mining FirmAsset tracking
With a robust mixture of assets around the globe including U.S., Canada and Australia, a mineral firm needs better visibility into the location of their assets tied with a solution that can collect and report real-time data. Xirgo devices are deployed offering extended battery life due to their unique self-harvesting energy feature.
An oil company is utilizing a fully managed service for the monitoring of petroleum tanks. While currently deployed on larger tanks, this cost-effective solution has proven a strong ROI for monitoring smaller tanks that are typically unmonitored due to limited margins.
Water DistrictWater management
A water works is utilizing a permanent leak detection platform to monitor aging water pipelines. The solution provides connectivity & end-user dashboards for cost-effective monitoring with acoustic leak detection, saving costs by reducing any potential water loss due to leakage.
Utility CompanyElectric utility
A utility company has over 200K electric meters with SIMs. The solution collects meter billing reads, provides remote service connect/disconnects for customers and real time event alarm notifications while avoiding the expense of building and managing a meshed network. Lower operational costs mean cost-savings for consumers.
Energy Co.Remote monitoring
AT&T is able to provide connectivity for oil extraction equipment monitoring devices in remote environments. Having devices integrated with their monitoring platform, an energy company gains visibility into the health & optimization of well outputs.
• Share information between locations• Real-time visibility into operations• Access to remote & inaccessible facilities• Integration of diverse management systems• Downtime due to weather, scheduling, errors or failures• Lost, missing or delayed shipments/assets• Out-of-stock conditions and supply chain problems• Improve customer personalization with technology