Let’s take a second to talk about eSIMs, readers.
Embedded SIMs are forms of SIM cards that are — surprise, surprise — embedded directly into a device. At a glance, eSIMs are secure, they’re highly compatible with other technologies, and they enable connectivity with a given network without having to tinker with physical SIMs. In that vein, enterprise-grade eSIMs that are purpose-built for the Internet of Things have become essential for a great number of reasons; remote device activation, configuration and management within IoT ecosystems (i.e. a critical necessity for connecting IoT modules and sensors to compact, sensitive equipment and factory-spanning industrial machinery, alike), as well as for consumer-facing eSIMs found in health-tracking wearables, work tablets, smart home installations — the list goes on.
That’s a broad look at eSIMs, more or less; here’s another point that’s just a pinch more specific.
As we speak, what’s looking pretty clear is how many cross-industry IoT specialists are transitioning away from traditional SIMs over to eSIMs. Demand for eSIM innovation (“SIMovation” maybe?) from device manufacturers and chipmakers to telcos and other important providers is steadily growing. According to Counterpoint Research, more than 9 billion devices with eSIMs are expected to be shipped by 2030. That’s quite the opportunity to pounce on.
Enter Workz and Transa IoT.
Workz (News - Alert) delivers a full suite of eSIMs and specializes in cloud-based solutions for mobile network operators (MNOs). Having been described as “one of only a few providers worldwide to be certified by the GSMA (News - Alert) to manage the complete eSIM lifecycle, from production to subscription management, across IoT markets,” Workz consistently, well, works to accelerate the adoption rate of reliable eSIM technology.
This, in a nutshell, is why Transa IoT has officially acquired Workz, positioning the former as a hot name when it comes to next-gen Internet of Things capabilities.
Transa already provides semiconductors and related software and services for large-scale deployment across IoT. Its teams also specialize in System-on-Chip (SoC) optimizations and security-first solutions, aplenty. This, in tandem with data like Counterpoint Research’s concerning now-is-the-time mindsets towards eSIMs, adds big-time credence as to why Transa made this move to acquire Workz.
Transa’s CEO Stephane Fund (featured in the photo above) closed out this topic quite well.
“I am so delighted to have Workz as part of the Trasna group,” Fund expressed. “Workz has an excellent reputation in the market for innovation and agility, qualities we have experienced first-hand since we’ve worked with them as a partner. I see Workz and Trasna as a perfect fit, one that significantly strengthens the value of our IoT offering. The creation of a full end-to-end supply chain propels us to our goal of market leader in the mobile IoT market which makes for an exciting future for us and our customers.”
Learn more about Internet of Things-powered solutions at IoT Evolution Expo 2025, which will be taking place from February 11-13, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Part of the #TECHSUPERSHOW experience, this event combines educational conference programming with a robust exhibit hall, networking events and other activities, bringing together buyers and providers of business technology products and services that are huge for IoT.