From aha to ta-dah:
IoT solutions by
blu BEYOND
Innovation is stifled in traditional companies? Not true. SMEs can achieve real competitive advantages with digital services. The future lies in end-to-end IoT services. More precisely, in better customer experiences by means of connected devices and optimum data usage. We offer you holistic solutions – from sensor to integration.
A great idea alone does not generate revenue. Unless you turn it into a marketable innovation!
Innovation leadership: blu BEYOND & partners
We developed our strategic innovation process for groundbreaking IoT projects together with the BMI Lab, a spin-off of the University of St. Gallen in Switzerland, and leading experts from the automation industry. And it has proven itself in practice.
A new IoT service in three phases
Digital innovation is complex – true. But it’s certainly not rocket science. If you decide to work with us, we will guide you to your goal in three phases. And 100 days later, your first end-to-end digital service will be conquering new markets.
Phase
1:
Innovate
Where the magic happens ... After a short review we cut to the chase: In close collaboration with your departments we develop a new digital business model, connect your devices, make sure you have suitable hardware, and develop your IoT prototype. This is how we proceed in the first phase:
Readiness check
See what others do well, analyze your own digital maturity, and eliminate any potential obstacles in advance. The readiness check helps us figure out where best to start.
Business model innovation
We look at profitable IoT business models and identify their key success factors. If applicable, we adapt the patterns to your individual situation, and develop business ideas on that basis. Then we check the profitability, and plan the implementation. At the end of this second phase, you have a validated business model concept.
Technical proof of concept
We assess what's technically feasible, and connect up to ten devices end to end. For the technical proof of concept we play our trump card - our custom IoT framework. Where others lose a lot, our clients gain valuable innovation time.
Service blueprinting
The faster you learn, the better the product: To this end, we develop pilot processes with a team of end users and strategists. Experienced UI/UX experts do their visual front-end magic. Our customer-oriented mindset, use of co-creation methods and design thinking are worth their weight in gold in this particular phase.
Prototyping & validation
The prototype (MVP) is ready for implementation using our pre-built framework. Then the first digital service goes live. After 100 days, with no tricks at all. We perform tests to validate adoption and business value.
Phase
2:
Develop
You want to turn your tested prototype into a marketable product. This is where our agile DevOps team steps in. And where the 20 years of IT experience of blu BEYOND pay off for you.
Development & integration
We develop your end-to-end IoT service according to your needs using microservices. Feature by feature. Then we integrate the digital innovation into your existing IT infrastructure.
Innovative contract approach
Complex, custom projects require wise contracts. We work with you to find the right approach - in a fair and agile manner.
Phase
3:
Operate
And the operation of your systems? We've got it! In order to guarantee maximum security and availability, we clarify in advance:
Where you want your application to run?
Whether on Amazon, Google or Azure, within your own infrastructure or on a leased server - we will find the best solution for you.
How you can ensure consistent delivery
Make use of our individual service models, and benefit from automated tests, precise release planning, and fast troubleshooting.
How you can improve monitoring
We set up customized reporting tools and multi-device access to your monitoring data.
If you'd prefer our complete carefree package
We are happy to run your application as a managed service. Find out more about the benefits of our SLA models.
Advantages across departments
Quick ROI from field service technology
Here the true value of your IoT innovation comes to light: Connected devices and intelligent data usage enable your team to offer new services, improve service quality, and foster long-term customer loyalty.
Rapid change in production
Your production department is now responsible for both the product and its digital components. We support your production team with digital know-how, and faciliate human-machine interactions.
Differentiated sales portfolio
A differentiated and innovative range of products will make your sales department's work easier. Stand out from the crowd and capture customers' attention with modern IoT services.
Customer centricity in marketing
Your IoT service is more than a business model. It offers new touchpoints with your customers. Clicks and usage can be measured digitally. Your marketing team learns more about your customers and how to optimize the customer journey.
Questions about blu BEYOND’s end-to-end IoT service?
Find answers here.
Questions about blu BEYOND’s end-to-end IoT service?
Find answers here.
Jan Haskamp
Head of Custom Application-
blu BEYOND GmbH
Keltenring 11,
82041 Oberhaching