How is your CRM development team getting along with the coding? – Oh, you have just subscribed to Hubspot?
How is John from the basement doing? He who can fix any computer problem? – OK, he has retired… Ah, and you have outsourced IT operations for your PCs?
Sounds a lot to me as if you are focusing on your key competencies…
So should you make or buy your Linux device management solution?
In today’s fast-paced tech landscape, building your own embedded Linux OTA update and fleet management solution is akin to crafting a custom CRM system or entrusting your company’s IT to “John with the beard from the basement.” While these approaches might work, they often lead to inefficiencies and security vulnerabilities.
The True Cost of Building In-House
Developing a robust OTA update system from scratch isn’t just about coding; it involves rigorous testing, security validations, and ongoing maintenance. Estimates suggest that creating a comprehensive OTA solution can cost upwards of $750,000, not accounting for the time and resources required to stabilize and maintain the system. And just imagine your key resource leaving the company before the 15 year lifecycle of your project is over..
Security and Reliability Concerns
Managing OTA updates and device fleets demands a high level of security to protect against vulnerabilities. Established platforms like qbee.io offer end-to-end encryption including TPM, CVE vulnerability checks, and automated SSH key distribution, ensuring your devices remain secure without the overhead of manual management.
Efficiency and Focus
Outsourcing to a specialized service like qbee.io allows your team to concentrate on core competencies, accelerating time-to-market and reducing operational costs. For instance, companies using third-party tools for device management and monitoring have reported a 57% reduction in overall project development costs compared to in-house solutions.
Proven Success
Organizations such as ShipMonk, ABB and LISI Aerospace have successfully managed thousands of Linux mini PCs, SBCs and embedded devices using qbee.io’s device management solution, leading to improved efficiency and reduced downtime.
In summary, leveraging a proven and secure platform like qbee.io for your embedded Linux device management and OTA updates is a strategic move. It not only mitigates risks and reduces costs but also empowers your team to focus on innovation rather than infrastructure. So if you have a John in your organization that can build and fix anything, there is no need for him to retire. We are sure that you have an unsolved innovation challenge in your domain for which he will find an astonishing solution creating another competitive advantage for you.
So if you want to learn how you can simplify and harden your device management while saving costs and reducing time-to-market reach out to us.
