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Global IoT Connectivity Insights and Mobile Private Networks | floLIVE's Curtis Govan

IoT For All Podcast · 1 Nov 2021 · 32m

What this episode covers

Curtis Govan, President of North America for floLIVE, discusses the company's global IoT connectivity infrastructure, including its virtualized core network, patented smart SIM technology, and full-stack BSS. He highlights use cases in logistics (smart labels) and solar energy, emphasizing the importance of localized 5G private networks and single-SKU global coverage. Govan also shares insights from a recent survey with James Bryan & Associates, noting that enterprises struggle with fragmented connectivity management platforms and high costs for low-data devices, driving demand for simplified, cost-aligned solutions.

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floLIVE, Jasper, Cisco, Dell, Qualcomm, 83 North, Intel Capital, Cal Chip Connect, James Bryan & Associates

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