Open-source embedded platform built on Linux
provides a head start for M2M developers, with pre-integrated and
validated components that provide connectivity to any cloud, any
network, and any peripheral
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR) (TSX:SW) today introduced the
Legato™ platform, an open source embedded platform built on Linux
and designed to simplify the development of machine-to-machine
(M2M) applications from the device to the cloud.
“We expect millions of devices to be connected over the next few
years, but there are significant challenges to overcome to enable
the Internet of Things,” said Philippe Guillemette, Chief
Technology Officer for Sierra Wireless. “One of these challenges is
the time and investment required to get a new M2M application from
design to deployment and beyond. In building Legato, our aim is to
provide a complete device-to-cloud solution for developers, along
with tools, support, and a development community to help streamline
these efforts and give embedded M2M projects a head start.”
The Legato embedded platform tightly integrates Wind River
Linux, a commercial-grade Linux distribution with a rich set of
capabilities based on the latest open source technologies, with an
M2M application framework and feature-rich tools. It makes M2M
application development quicker, easier, and more flexible by
providing a tested and validated solution on an established,
well-supported open source foundation with built-in connectivity,
security, and management.
Developed from the Yocto Project open source development
infrastructure, Wind River Linux uses the latest Linux kernel as
its upstream source to ensure customers have commercially supported
access to the newest advancements from the open source community.
Wind River Linux and the board support package in Legato have been
validated on AirPrime® WP and AR Series smart modules, and Wind
River is committed to providing professional services to Legato
customers, including customization, technical support and
training.
“For organizations building applications and services for the
Internet of Things, long-term stability and support for the
solution are critically important considerations,” said Dinyar
Dastoor, Vice President of Product Management at Wind River.
“Working together with Wind River, Legato provides the support and
flexibility they need, ensuring that the time and effort they
invest in development are protected over the long-term. This
preserves both the longevity of their deployments and
interoperability with other systems and hardware over time. Drawing
from a heritage of proven technologies and broad vertical market
expertise, Wind River can help customers navigate new opportunities
for IoT.”
Giving embedded M2M development a head start from the device
to the cloud
Legato provides embedded M2M developers with a head start,
significantly reducing the time and cost to build their solutions.
It provides existing customizable components needed for M2M
solutions across a wide range of target markets, including
connected cars, smart meters, and industrial automation.
Ready to run – The application framework, Wind River
Linux distribution, and development environment are already set up.
For AirPrime WP and AR smart module customers, Legato comes
pre-loaded on the module, allowing OEMs to begin developing
immediately.
Ready to build – Legato allows developers to focus on the
core applications that will add the most value to their own
products, because it comes with common M2M features built in to
save development time. The Linux base allows it to be easily ported
to any external processor, meaning it can be used across a
deployment with a mix of hardware solutions and re-used from one
generation of hardware to the next. With multi-language support,
OEMs can better leverage existing software and the skillsets of
their development teams.
Ready to connect – Designed for connected products,
Legato removes the complexity of wireless integration. Legato
seamlessly connects to AirVantage® M2M Cloud and offers robust
application protocol interfaces (APIs) that make it easy to connect
to a multitude of peripheral devices, networks, and third-party
cloud services over both wired and wireless hardware interfaces,
with no connectivity expertise required.
With the AirVantage M2M Cloud, it becomes easy to securely
deploy and update embedded applications over the air. AirVantage
can also offer a critical strategic advantage – it allows OEMs,
service providers, and their customers to configure and manipulate
the data they collect from their connected assets, integrating it
easily into their own back-end systems for business intelligence,
even in real time when required.
See Legato in action at Embedded World 2014
Sierra Wireless is exhibiting at Embedded World 2014, to be held
February 25 to 27 in Nuremberg, Germany. Show attendees are welcome
to visit us in Hall 4, Stand 4-568. Legato-related demonstrations
and presentations from Sierra Wireless, Wind River, and other
partners will be running on a regular schedule throughout the
duration of the show.
Availability and compatibility
Legato is in testing with select Sierra Wireless customers and
developers. For more information or to request to be included in
the beta program, please visit www.sierrawireless.com/legato.
Legato will be pre-integrated in all new smart modules from
Sierra Wireless, starting with AirPrime WP and AirPrime AR Series
modules shipping later this year.
To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, call +1 (604)
232-1488 or visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/sales.
About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR) (TSX:SW) is the global leader in
machine-to-machine (M2M) devices and cloud services, delivering
intelligent wireless solutions that simplify the connected world.
We offer the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of 2G, 3G and
4G embedded modules and gateways, seamlessly integrated with our
secure M2M cloud services. Customers worldwide, including OEMs,
enterprises, and mobile network operators, trust our innovative
solutions to get their connected products and services to market
faster. Sierra Wireless has more than 850 employees globally and
has R&D centers in North America, Europe and Asia. For more
information, visit www.sierrawireless.com.
“Legato,” “AirPrime,” and “AirVantage” are trademarks of Sierra
Wireless. Other product or service names mentioned herein may be
the trademarks of their respective owners.
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