IoT Monetization

Enjoy new revenue streams with our software monetization solutions

Although it has become a trending topic, the Internet of Things (IoT) is not a new phenomenon. In recent years, the market has seen a boom in network-connected devices across all verticals. From wearables tracking our personal fitness to smart buildings capable of predictive maintenance, the IoT is having a significant impact on our daily lives.

Due to this increased connectivity, embedded software is becoming more exposed to common security threats such as IP theft, reverse engineering, and unauthorized usage. For their own peace of mind, device manufacturers are advised to implement a comprehensive software monetization program that takes care of all their licensing and entitlement management needs, and in the process, keeps their trade secrets secret.   Increase your operational efficiency, improve your customer satisfaction, gain business insights and capture more revenue opportunities today with our products.

Thales is no stranger to the IoT – it has been solving these problems for over 30 years. Its range of Sentinel solutions enables you to protect and flexibly control your software at the feature level, while providing first-class monetization. And with the usage insight you gain from data collection, it’s easier to make business-critical decisions, such as how to package and price your offering for maximum returns.

Sentinel helps you master the IoT and brings value to your business in the following ways:

• IP PROTECTION

  Protect your intellectual property and trade secrets from competitive theft and reverse engineering.

• REAL-TIME DATA COLLECTION

  Gain insight from usage data and turn one-off transactions into ongoing customer relationships.

• REMOTE FEATURE ENABLEMENT

  Differentiate products and services in the field using software control, and prevent unauthorized usage.

• BACK OFFICE INTEGRATION

  Incorporate entitlement management into your back office and streamline your ordering and fulfillment processes.

About Thales's Sentinel Software Monetization Solutions

Thales is the market-leading provider of software licensing and entitlement management solutions for on-premise, embedded, and cloud-based software vendors. Thales's Sentinel is the most trusted brand in the software industry for secure, flexible, and future-proof software monetization solutions.