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AT&T powered guardian device withAzure Sphere

Internet of Things (IoT ) deployment challenges

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SecurityWhen customers lack control

over networks, they are unable to apply security standards and connect

securely to their own cloud.

Network complexity Customers require data

connectivity often at locations with networks that are not under their control.

AT&T powered guardian device for Azure Sphere enables highly secure, simple, and scalable connectivity from virtually anywhere


Secure devices and data with end-to-end

hardware, software, and network protection

Count on AT&T expertise to deliver integrated IoT solutions for your digital

transformation

Easily connect globally

Highly secure devices and data with end-to-end hardware, software, and network protection


• Private connectivity routing (data off internet and encrypted)

• Layered protection from both AT&T and Microsoft

• Azure Sphere Security Service guards every device

• Secure edge-to-edge cloud solution for transferring bi-directional data

Easily connect globally


• Simplify your device retrofit

• Fast and highly secure activation out of the box

• AT&T SIM works in 200+ countries across 500 carriers

Count on AT&T to deliver complete solutions for your digital transformation


Through 2021, enterprises that outsource IoT solutions to asset-based External Service Providers will achieve a 60% faster time to solution and a 30% lower total cost of ownership1

• Proven approach to full IoT lifecycle

• Customized, end-to-end solutions

• Full suite of support services

• Enhanced logistical support

1Gartner Market Guide for Managed IoT Services, Eric Goodness, et al, 25 September 2019

Potential security vulnerabilities from using drop-ship USB

Each location needs to configure onto existing Wi-Fi

Performance and security challenges when sending traffic

over public internet

End-to-end management of the solution is fragmented and reliant on level of local talent

Static communication via USB

USB

WIFI

Router

Potential security vulnerabilities

Device

Use employee time and have high failure rate

Unsecured network connection

Earlier solutions are complex, unreliable, and potentially vulnerable to security threats


Connected device

The guardian device for Azure Sphere provides multiple layers of hardware-based security

With cellular connection, provisioning is easier – need only to unbox and plug in

A private cellular Access Point Name (APN) is created between the secure guardian device and

the Azure cloud

AT&T and Microsoft can provide enhanced support services to manage logistics virtually anywhere on the globe

AT&T cellular connectivity and guardian device solution

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Connected device

AT&T

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Enterprise-grade mobility coupled with Azure Sphere

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Device Network Cloud

• Azure Sphere guardian microcontroller unit (MCU)

• Optimized Operating System (OS)

• Easy connection to business-critical hardware

• Out-of-the-box, highly secure connection to your Azure cloud

• Private cellular network that by passes the public internet

• Delivering OS and application updates

• Private key technology enabling certificate-based authentication

End-to-end, highly secure solution for IoT connectivity


Starbucks is currently deploying their next

generation espresso machine. This machine

will make the perfect espresso, faster and

easier, enabling the barista to connect more

with customers and provide excellent service.

Out of the box, however, there was no way to

capture and analyze the machine’s data. This

means an on-site tech was needed whenever

there were updates, new recipes, or

maintenance. Licensed and franchise stores

had to trust the security of WI-FI that was out

of their control. This was a slow and expensive

process.

Microsoft’s IoT Hub solution, combined with the Azure Sphere Security Service in the Azure Sphere guardian module provides complete, end-to-end, highly secure solution.

By utilizing AT&T’s Global SIM with AT&T Control Center, Starbucks would be able to deploy pre-provisioned guardian modules to AT&T’s cellular network, with no need to reconfigure the in-store WI-FI network. The cellular guardian module can let Starbucks securely connect their equipment globally to their private cloud.

By working with AT&T as the global leader in cellular IoT, Microsoft could be able to provide a true global cellular solution to power Azure Sphere guardian modules within Starbucks stores, thus unlocking the full potential of Microsoft Azure IoT to over 16,000 licensed stores.

And by doing so, Starbucks can improve their cost structure, simplify operations, and provide outstanding customer service.

CHALLENGE SOLUTION

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Use CaseStarbucks Coffee CompanyGlobal solution with AT&T cellular connectivity and Microsoft Azure IoT can

unlock the full potential of IoT to over 16,000 cafes

Power Your Business with Connected

Data, Devices, and People

BENEFITS

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Next steps

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Schedule “AT&T powered guardian device with Azure Sphere” workshop

Outline Proof of Concept and global scope

Proof of Concept finalization (POCs are ideally complete within 6 weeks)


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