Description
The Skysens Agile Predictive Monitoring app (APM) is an industrial digitalisation app that makes use of edge deployable analytics, IoT capabilities and optional long-range wireless network technologies to improve industrial efficiency at all user levels, with applications in plant protection and agri-food supply chains. APM is based on software and hardware providing wireless communication for the connection of machines to the Internet. Skysens uses LPWA technologies to overcome the connectivity issues related to GSM-based or low-distance solutions. The monitoring app has a drag-and-drop interface, and users can design their own dashboards and view analytical data on any screen, even in night mode. APM offers smart reporting features, and can be used to send automatic and on-demand reports based on different data parameters. Users receive real-time notifications via SMS, email or voice calls. No coding is needed to set up analytics, making it accessible to all. Rules can be created, teams can be managed and data can be shared through customizations to the dashboard, while asset management tools allow users to monitor both physical and virtual assets, with a visualization option available for certain assets. The app also supports the creation of digital twins for efficient system monitoring.
Technology
Skysens APM is available as a desktop application and mobile app for iOS devices. Skysens is integrated with the comprehensive essen2q1tial IoT hardware framework for its integrated services, and includes industrial LoRaWAN edge devices, gateways, remote terminal units (RTU) and such specialized tools as energy analysers. More than 30 edge hardware units are ready for deployment, each bolstered by remote support, and both the wired and wireless components comply with premier security standards, offering end-to-end encryption. The diverse connectivity options include LoRaWAN, Wi-Fi, 4G-5G, Satellite and Ethernet, and can be tailored according to needs in terms of budget, latency and existing infrastructure. The plug-and-play nature of the Skysens APM app supports the integration of a pre-set edge device catalogue. The SkyIND Edge device, crafted by Skysens, is a versatile industrial LoRaWAN solution that integrates with multiple data sources. Skysens' LoRaWAN edge devices boast long-range capabilities and the potential to last for up to ten years, allowing for remote updates and adjustments. The app has extensive data collection capabilities, making use of such industrial data adapters as OPC, MODBUS, the MQTT and REST APIs, and Webhooks, while the optional long-range industrial wireless technology comes with an extensive portfolio of devices.
Target
The primary users of Skysens APM are industrial professionals and network managers. The app has been specially designed to optimize industrial processes through the use of Industrial IoT hardware. The comprehensive features of Skysens APM, including its drag-and-drop interface, smart reporting and robust security, make it an end-to-end solution for its users. Given the system’s wide range of available tools and hardware integration it's estimated that a significant portion of its user base is focused on industrial efficiency and system monitoring.
Business model
Skysens offers a demo version that users can try before committing to the app. The system is available for purchase for a onetime fee, although pricing information is not publicly available.
Impact
In 2017, Skysens became the official IoT network infrastructure provider for Istanbul Airport. The company benefited from a seed investment in November 2017 by ACT Venture Capital, and now exports to 32+ countries. In 2021, Re Pie Asset Management invested in Skysens with USD 5 million company valuation.
Partners
LoRa Alliance
Four Betters
Better production
