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

- Show: [IoT For All Podcast](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast)
- Published: 2021-11-01
- Length: 32m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov
- Listen: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iot-for-all/episodes/Global-IoT-Connectivity-Insights-and-Mobile-Private-Networks--floLIVEs-Curtis-Govan-e28bmpa

## Summary

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.

## Chapters

- [1:13](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov#t=73) Introduction: Curtis Govan and floLIVE Background
- [3:50](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov#t=230) floLIVE Funding and Investor Partners
- [4:57](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov#t=297) floLIVE Technology Stack and Global Coverage
- [7:37](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov#t=457) Differentiators: Coverage, Performance, and Cost
- [10:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov#t=609) Use Cases: Smart Labels and Solar Energy
- [18:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov#t=1089) Selecting Connectivity: Private Networks vs. Public
- [22:21](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov#t=1341) Survey Insights: Enterprise Pain Points and 5G Needs
- [29:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/iot-for-all-podcast/2021-11-01-global-iot-connectivity-insights-and-mobile-private-networks-flolives-curtis-gov#t=1744) Consultative Approach and Ecosystem Partnerships

## Topics

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

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- floLIVE (company)
- Jasper (company)
- Cisco (company)
- Dell (company)
- Qualcomm (company)
- 83 North (company)
- Intel Capital (company)
- Cal Chip Connect (company)
- James Bryan & Associates (company)

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