[Satnews] … robotic lawn mowers will be fitted with the Telenor Connexion solution to provide customers an updated access to innovative services such as remote monitoring through smartphone applications, an attentive anti-theft system and built-in safety measures…
The managed connectivity solution from Telenor Connexion will reduce complexity and facilitate a global roll-out while ensuring customers of Husqvarna’s service.
Husqvarna Group, producer of outdoor power products has selected Telenor Connexion as its global connectivity partner for the next generation of connected robotic lawn mowers and its associated services.
From this summer, robotic lawn mowers will be fitted with the Telenor Connexion solution to provide customers an updated access to innovative services such as remote monitoring through smartphone applications, an attentive anti-theft system and built-in safety measures.
Operating in more than 100 countries, Husqvarna Group required a global, secure and future-proof connectivity solution to reduce complexity and facilitate an international roll-out, while ensuring the high quality its consumers are accustomed to.
“Telenor Connexion’s experience within Internet of Things and connected business solutions, including their in-depth knowledge and forward-looking approach, was important to us. Additionaly, the comprehensive offering and the proactive support were decisive factors when selecting our long-term connectivity partner,” said Petra Sundström, Director Group Connectivity, Husqvarna Group.
“Husqvarna is harnessing the power of the Internet of Things to make its equipment smarter and more efficient. We are proud both of this collaboration and to provide a complete connectivity solution that support Husqvarna’s efforts and look forward to a long-term partnership," said Mats Lundquist, CEO of Telenor Connexion.
Under the agreement Telenor Connexion will supply Husqvarna Group with a managed connectivity solution that automates the delivery and management of services to the connected devices, including a global SIM, access to a Service Portal and a proactive 365/24/7 IoT dedicated Service Desk.
In 1995, Husqvarna Group pioneered the lawn mowing by introducing the world’s first-ever solar-powered robotic mower. Today, Husqvarna is a market leader in robotic mowers. The target end-customers are professionals and prosumers (demanding consumers) that have high demands and expectations on product performance and quality.
