Executive Summary
At VMworld 2018, Dell Technologies announced its IoT Connected Bundles program, and Modius was selected as an inaugural partner. Modius OpenData bundles are factory-installed on Dell Gateways powered by Intel and are available through tens of thousands of certified resellers. The bundles address the top barrier to IoT adoption — deployment complexity — by delivering validated, turn-key monitoring for any sensor-based device. The modular design follows an 80/20 value model: 80% of value is realized immediately, with add-ons available for the remaining complexity.
Why Did Dell Launch the IoT Connected Bundles Program?
Today at VMworld 2018 Dell announced a new program aimed at simplifying the complexity in extracting value from IoT solutions with their new “IoT Connected Bundles” program. As Dell mentions: “The IoT Connected Bundles are a vital part of our commitment to investing in IoT.” Dell Technologies identified several partners demonstrating strong use case focus and clear return on investment to create the Dell Technologies IoT Connected Bundles. Dell’s mission is to deliver IoT solutions that are “purpose-built, approachable, and interoperable and stand the test of time.”
Modius is proud to have been selected as an inaugural member of this program as we continue to invest in simplifying the complexity in IoT deployments and offer a true turn-key monitoring system for all sensor-based devices. Understanding what DCIM and IoT infrastructure monitoring entails makes clear why validated, pre-integrated bundles are such a meaningful step forward.
What Problem Do IoT Solution Bundles Solve?
As the Internet of Things (IoT) market continues to expand, there is increasing demand from customers wanting to get past the hype of IoT and deploy solutions that are both validated and affordable. Packaging market-validated IoT solution bundles that are easy to buy and fast to deploy is an important step in the internet of things evolution because complexity in IoT deployments is one of the most cited reasons companies hold off on investing in this technology.
This complexity has added a frustrating dynamic to any company exploring IoT solutions as they wade through all the marketing smoke and mirrors of IoT potential, and isolate real-world use cases and solutions that are relevant to their business.
This is the challenge we set out to solve.
IoT deployments can be a sticky complicated mess, with multiple software vendors, security concerns, legacy equipment, compatibility issues, and hardware all thrown into a pot — the chance of an IoT deployment taking too long and exceeding budget is a realistic concern. Offering an end-to-end solution in-a-box takes much of the risk and complexity out of extracting immediate value from sensor-based connected equipment, because you are deploying a market-validated solution that has been rigorously tested for security and compatibility.
The 80/20 Rule in IoT Deployments
The modular nature of the bundle allows us to adhere to the 80/20 rule in software deployments, where 80% of the value extracted is near instantaneous, and the remaining 20% — typically a very complex services engagement — can now be achieved through add-ons readily available outside of the standard bundle package.
Why Is Modius OpenData Validated by Industry Pioneers?
Modius OpenData bundles are factory installed on Dell Gateways, powered by Intel, and deployed anywhere IoT equipment lives — typically referred to as the “edge” of your network. Deploying on ruggedized hardware allows us to collect real-time machine information at location for real-time analysis and decision-making. Our partnership with Dell and approval as an Intel Market Ready Solution™ allows the OpenData platform to easily integrate into existing Dell and Intel software and hardware offerings to adapt to your current configurations or enhance the IoT offerings.
What Is Modius’s Innovation Promise?
OpenData was founded over a decade ago as a pioneer in machine analysis as a “Universal Application Gateway” and one of the first tools to monitor the health and efficiency of machines. Considered the original IoT for IT™ monitoring platform, we have continued to innovate our offering to apply to today’s needs by offering IoT bundles in partnership with industry leaders Dell and Intel, and their extended network of resellers.
How Do You Purchase Modius IoT Bundles?
The OpenData IoT bundles are available today through tens of thousands of certified resellers and solution integrators within a variety of industries that have extensive experience deploying IoT offerings in your industry. To learn how these bundles fit into a broader infrastructure management strategy, explore the DCIM buyer’s guide for context on what to look for in a monitoring solution.
To read more about our IoT bundles or to schedule a demo, please visit our solution bundles page.
To read Dell’s press release on the bundles, visit Dell Technologies press release.
To read the Modius press release, visit modius.com/press-releases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Dell IoT Connected Bundles?
Answer: Dell Technologies IoT Connected Bundles are pre-validated, end-to-end IoT solution packages that pair purpose-built hardware with ISV software from selected partners like Modius. The program is designed to simplify IoT procurement and deployment by delivering rigorously tested, interoperable solutions that are fast to purchase and quick to deploy.
Why was Modius selected as an inaugural Dell IoT Connected Bundles partner?
Answer: Modius was selected based on its demonstrated strong use case focus and clear return on investment. The OpenData platform is factory-installed on Dell Gateways powered by Intel and offers a true turn-key monitoring system for all sensor-based devices, meeting Dell’s criteria for approachable, interoperable, and long-lasting IoT solutions.
What does “Intel Market Ready Solution” mean for Modius OpenData?
Answer: The Intel Market Ready Solution designation means Modius OpenData has been approved by Intel as a commercially available solution that addresses key business challenges and is designed to facilitate rapid market adoption. It enables OpenData to easily integrate with existing Intel hardware and software ecosystems for seamless edge deployments.
How do IoT solution bundles reduce deployment complexity?
Answer: IoT solution bundles reduce complexity by delivering pre-integrated, security-tested hardware and software in a single validated package. Instead of sourcing and integrating multiple vendor components, organizations get a ready-to-deploy solution that delivers 80% of the value immediately, with modular add-ons available for more advanced requirements.
What industries can use Modius OpenData IoT bundles?
Answer: Modius OpenData IoT bundles are designed for any industry that relies on sensor-based connected equipment, including data centers, commercial real estate, manufacturing, transportation, and distributed branch operations. The bundles are available through thousands of industry-specialized resellers and solution integrators worldwide.
Where are Modius OpenData IoT bundles deployed?
Answer: Modius OpenData bundles are deployed at the edge of the network — anywhere IoT equipment lives. They are factory-installed on ruggedized Dell Gateways powered by Intel, allowing real-time machine data collection and analysis at the point of deployment rather than routing everything through a central cloud or data center.