Empowering Connected Vehicle Innovation with FIFUM
Since 2020, FIFUM has partnered with Beam Connectivity, a leading provider of connected vehicle systems. Beam specialises in building and deploying end-to-end connectivity solutions that revolutionise how their clients gain insights from vehicle data. Their flagship platform, CVaaS (Connected Vehicle as a Service), is designed to offer market-leading performance, cyber resilience, and flexibility. Whether offered as a complete solution or as individual subsystems, CVaaS enables seamless integration and removes the challenges posed by a fragmented supply chain, ultimately reducing time to market and operational costs for their customers.
Founded by Thomas, Rob, Tom, and Hassan, Beam Connectivity was born from their experience working together at a UK consumer electronics company. Their vision was to address the shortcomings they observed in the connectivity experiences offered by premium vehicle manufacturers. Unable to find a partner who could deliver a system with high performance, great user experience, and the scalability to evolve, they set out to build a better solution themselves.
The Challenge
As Beam Connectivity developed its innovative CVaaS platform, it became clear that reliable, flexible, and scalable connectivity would be key to their success. Initially, Beam required connectivity for a small fleet of customer vehicles, but their ambition was to expand globally, deploying their solution across different continents and in increasingly complex environments. The connectivity solution had to evolve with Beam’s growing needs, from supporting prototype hardware with removable SIM cards to embedded/MFF2 modules as their platform advanced.
FIFUM’s Approach
FIFUM has been integral to Beam’s hardware evolution, providing the necessary expertise and infrastructure to ensure their vehicles remained connected regardless of where they operated. Over the course of our partnership, FIFUM has delivered connectivity solutions tailored to Beam’s specific needs
Beam Connectivity Case Study
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Features
- Flexible Contract Options: We offered a range of contracts that could be customised to meet the varying requirements of Beam’s diverse customer base. This flexibility allowed Beam to adapt quickly as they scaled their operations.
- Centralised Connectivity Dashboard: FIFUM implemented a central dashboard that provided Beam with near-real-time visibility into their fleet’s connectivity. This allowed them to monitor vehicle locations, data consumption, and connection status across multiple regions with ease.
- Proactive Alerts and SIM Management: To ensure Beam maintained full control over their connectivity, FIFUM configured customised alerts for abnormal data usage or unexpected behaviour. Where necessary, SIMs could be temporarily blocked to prevent misuse or unauthorised access, providing an added layer of security.
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Results
Today, Beam Connectivity’s fleet spans across three continents, powered by FIFUM’s managed connectivity solution. Our robust infrastructure and commitment to delivering secure, reliable connectivity have allowed Beam to focus on their core business of revolutionising connected vehicle systems, confident that their connectivity needs are in capable hands.
By partnering with FIFUM, Beam has been able to seamlessly scale their operations, reduce time-to-market, and enhance the performance and reliability of their connected vehicle solutions. The collaboration demonstrates FIFUM’s ability to adapt to the evolving needs of clients and deliver solutions that grow with their business.
Conclusion
FIFUM’s partnership with Beam Connectivity exemplifies our commitment to delivering flexible, secure, and scalable connectivity solutions tailored to our clients’ specific needs. By providing reliable cellular connectivity, tailored contracts, and proactive fleet management tools, FIFUM has played a crucial role in supporting Beam’s growth and success in the competitive world of connected vehicles.
We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Beam as they expand their reach and continue to innovate in the automotive connectivity space.
Rob Potter, Co-Founder and CTO, Beam ConnectivityFIFUM has been an invaluable partner in our journey to revolutionise connected vehicle systems. Since 2020, they have consistently provided the flexible and scalable connectivity solutions we needed to grow our business across three continents. Their expertise in managing connectivity, combined with a central dashboard and proactive alert system, has given us the visibility and control necessary to support our expanding fleet.