Example products and projects.
Media panels
Developed in conjunction with leading TV manufacturers, this market leading series of products integrated with TVs to allow simple, plug and play connectivity for external devices. These products were the first to offer Bluetooth audio connectivity prior to this being a standard feature on TVs.
Hotel alarm clock
Designed for deployment into hotels, this alarm clock has unique features like simple setup, a single day alarm, Qi wireless charging for phones and wired charging for phones and tablets using USB-A and USB-C.
OTT streaming
Streaming services like Netflix, YouTube and Amazon changed the way the hospitality sector views in-room entertainment. This project defined and delivered an Android set-top box with an embedded Google Chromecast to allow guests to stream their favourite programs and also developed the back end web portal to allow the hotel to monitor usage and manage individual devices.
IoT gateway
By leveraging both the Bluetooth and WAN connectivity built into the Android based OTT streaming solution, it was possible to add IoT gateway functionality to provide app and voice control of in-room devices such as lighting and heating.
Location based app
This demo app used BLE to present contextual information based upon proximity to a beacon. Furthermore the property is able to understand guest usage patterns in rooms and public areas to improve their future offerings.
Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Implementation of an ERP system based on Microsoft Dynamics NAV. Working with Microsoft Gold Partners we deployed a multi-company system in the UK, US, UAE and Hong Kong. Additional BI/reporting was provided using Microsoft SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS).
Certification
Management of product certification to national and international standards.
