"Aeris provides mobile connectivity and software platforms specifically designed for M2M applications, and is particularly active in automotive telematics, telemedicine, and smart grid sectors—all areas where IMC has chosen to focus," said IMC Chief Executive Keith Kreisher. "We welcome Aeris's added expertise and perspective to the board.".
The IMC currently has over 4,000 members across five continents from the logistics, healthcare, and energy vertical markets—all involved in some level of M2M/IoT implementation. The IMC already attracts an average of 75 new members per week and plans to recruit partners in additional vertical markets, including buildings and construction, retail, and public infrastructure (smart cities).
Aeris has recently expanded in Europe and other countries, extending its coverage of M2M and IoT services. Aeris provides solutions for healthcare, fleets, and utilities.
About the International M2M Council (IMC):
The IMC is a trade group dedicated to the global IoT/M2M sector, boasting over 4,000 members since February 2014. Member companies on the board of directors include Aeris, Amdocs, AT&T, B&B Electronics, Deutsche Telekom, Digi International, Inmarsat, Iridium, Kore, Numerex, Orbcomm, Synapse Wireless, Telecom Italia, Telit, Verizon, and Wyless.
