Senet, a provider of IoT cloud-based software and services, and IoT hardware distributor CalChip Connect are working together to simplify LoRaWan deployments.

With LoRaWan becoming one of the fastest growing technology standards being adopted for highly scalable IoT deployments, this partnership should help Senet radio access network (RAN) partners, vertical market product providers and end users shorten their deployment times and accelerate a return on investment knowing they are working with LoRaWan hardware and network connectivity that has been pre-qualified to be interoperable.

Through this value-add distribution agreement, a growing number of Senet compatible LoRaWan gateways and end devices are available for purchase in volume, with CalChip Connect managing inventory levels, warehousing and shipping on behalf of the OEMs. CalChip will also be providing customised, pre-provisioned bundles and direct shipping to end users, supporting rapid deployment and enhancing the user’s out-of-the-box experience.

“With fewer steps required to deploy end-to-end and value-added services built into the procurement processes, this announcement is an example of how the LoRaWan ecosystem has matured to provide tangible cost and time-saving benefits to customers ready to deploy today,” said Bruce Chatterley, CEO of Senet. “Partnering with CalChip Connect provides our customers with state-of-the-art ecommerce and logistics services designed specifically for the needs of the IoT industry, delivering value throughout the purchasing and fulfilment process.”

Jason Giuliano, CEO of CalChip Connect, added: “LoRaWan is specifically designed for a new generation of long-range networks and low-cost, low-power devices that are becoming ubiquitous in enterprise, utility and smart city applications. We are excited to be partnering with Senet to provide the products connected to one of the largest and fastest-growing IoT networks in the world.”

This distribution partnership supports LoRaWan demand globally, with CalChip Connect providing ecommerce and distribution services worldwide and Senet operating one of the largest publicly available LoRaWans in the USA and providing LoRaWan coverage and connectivity readiness in over 180 countries.

New Hampshire-based Senet develops cloud-based software and services used by network operators, application developers and system integrators for the on-demand deployment of IoT networks. In addition to industrial and commercial applications, Senet has designed smart meter networks for many municipal water utility districts across the USA, representing millions of households.

Pennsylvania-based CalChip Connect is an IoT distributor that combines supply chain experience with an understanding of the market for connected devices, with access through a modern ecommerce shopping experience.