Interview with Steven Baker, Chief Product Officer at KORE: Leading the Way in IoT Innovation and Solutions
KORE Chief Product Officer Steven Baker Discusses Company’s Success in IoT Space
In a recent exclusive interview with IoT Business News, Steven Baker, Chief Product Officer at KORE, shared insights into the company’s groundbreaking achievements, recent technological advancements, and strategic initiatives in the rapidly evolving Internet of Things (IoT) landscape.
One of KORE’s significant achievements in the past year was the acquisition of Twilio’s IoT connectivity business unit, which has positioned the company as a leader in the market. This acquisition has provided KORE with a highly scalable route to market and enabled them to reach over 19 million IoT subscriptions in service, making them one of the largest IoT MVNOs in the world.
KORE has also launched the Pre-configured Solutions (PCS) business unit, focusing on delivering high-value IoT enablement services that reduce the complexity of deploying IoT applications. Additionally, KORE has integrated cutting-edge eUICC technology, such as the Local Profile Management Applet, into its IoT solutions, enhancing their offerings compared to competitors.
One of KORE’s recent customer success stories involves a 40% reduction in annualized new inventory spend for healthcare OEMs and DMEs, thanks to KORE’s managed service and logistics solutions. In terms of security, KORE’s eSIM technology includes support for IoT SAFE, establishing the SIM as the ‘Root of Trust’ for chip-to-cloud security.
Partnerships play a crucial role in KORE’s strategy for expanding its IoT solutions, with collaborations with over 30 MNOs worldwide and cloud providers like Google. Looking ahead, KORE plans to target new markets in the APAC region, particularly China, and expand its vertical solutions in enterprise Fixed Wireless, Connected Health, and Fleet Management.
KORE is also committed to promoting sustainability within its operations and among its clients, with initiatives like reducing waste in SIM shipments and leveraging IoT for good. In terms of future product development, KORE is focusing on evolving its eSIM technology to incorporate the SGP.32 standard and expanding its AI modeling for real-time operations and logistics analysis.
Overall, KORE’s innovative approach to IoT solutions and commitment to sustainability position them as a leader in the rapidly evolving IoT landscape.
