# Leveraging Mesh and Ubiquitous Computing to Drive Innovation | CalAmp's Jeff Gardner

- Show: [IoT For All Podcast](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast)
- Published: 2020-12-08
- Length: 41m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne
- Listen: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iot-for-all/episodes/Leveraging-Mesh-and-Ubiquitous-Computing-to-Drive-Innovation--CalAmps-Jeff-Gardner-e28bmps

## Summary

Jeff Gardner, President and CEO of CalAmp, discusses the company's evolution from device manufacturing to a software-as-a-service (SAS) provider focused on tracking high-value mobile assets in industrial, government, and commercial sectors. He explains how CalAmp leverages mesh computing and edge processing to provide real-time insights for supply chain visibility, particularly in transportation and logistics, while managing global connectivity challenges like the 3G sunset. Gardner highlights the company's strategic pivot during the pandemic, including innovations for school bus safety and fleet optimization, emphasizing the importance of balancing customer input with a strong technical point of view.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=0) Introduction: Jeff Gardner and CalAmp's Mission
- [2:27](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=147) CalAmp's Core Business: Tracking and Monitoring Assets
- [4:59](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=299) Navigating the Pandemic: Logistics and School Bus Innovations
- [9:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=543) Market Focus: Enterprise Fleet, Connected Cars, and Smart Trailers
- [11:51](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=711) Business Model: Direct Relationships vs. Telematic Service Providers
- [14:16](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=856) Mesh Computing and Edge Processing in IoT
- [17:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=1049) Edge vs. Cloud: Decision Making and Cost Considerations
- [22:39](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=1359) Ubiquitous Connectivity and Global Network Migrations
- [25:27](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=1527) Providing Insights: The Balance of Customer Input and Expert Point of View
- [32:37](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2020-12-08-leveraging-mesh-and-ubiquitous-computing-to-drive-innovation-calamps-jeff-gardne#t=1957) Challenges: 3G Sunset and Turning Migrations into Opportunities

## Topics

- [Connected products & IoT](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/connected-products-and-iot)
- [Wireless & RF](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/wireless-and-rf)
- [Scaling production](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/scaling-production)
- [Pricing, margins & unit economics](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/pricing-and-unit-economics)

## Most relevant to

large enterprises

## Mentioned

- CalAmp (company)
- Verizon (company)
- Bring Slum Security (company)
- Corbo (company)
- LoJack (company)
- Caterpillar (company)
- Rhine (product)
- iPhone (product)

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