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Businesses in Malaysia can greatly benefit from increased productivity and efficiency with the adoption of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR4.0) technologies. One of the crucial enablers is the Internet of Things (IoT), which requires robust and dependable connectivity for automation and smart monitoring.
Connecting hundreds or even thousands of IoT devices can be a daunting task, especially since most IoT applications only require small amounts of data. It gets even more complicated if IoT deployments need to be managed across multiple countries or regions.
Thankfully, there’s an easier solution called 1NCE, which connects your IoT devices for one flat fee, and you practically don’t need to worry about it for a lifetime.
1NCE saves you the headache of connecting all your IoT devices worldwide
1NCE is an IoT-focused software and connectivity service designed for low-bandwidth IoT applications. It comes at an affordable and one-time flat fee of US$15 + SIM Charge (US$1-2.5/SIM) for 10 years with rights to use software tools, APIs, 500 MB of data volume and 250 SMS. There are no other miscellaneous fees, such as monthly hosting fees, platform fees, activation fees, minimum monthly consumption fees, etc.
The SIM comes in various form factors (mini, micro, nano SIM, chip SIM) and standard and industrial grades to meet all IoT deployment requirements. The Lifetime Flat subscription comes with 1NCE’s award-winning software tools to help reduce the cost of IoT solution development and allow you to manage all SIMs on a single portal.
“1NCE has partnered with Deutsche Telecom, which is based in Germany, and is Europe’s largest telecommunications company. As a strategic partner, 1NCE has direct access to Deutsche Telekom’s global and regional network infrastructure, as well as access to the roaming partner network for worldwide connectivity management. This partnership allows customers to enjoy consistent pricing and coverage across all supported countries and regions.” explained 1NCE Head of Sales (APAC), Cheng Hua Lee, when asked about the provider’s broad network coverage of 173 countries and regions.
With 1NCE, you only need to pay ONCE
1NCE’s goal is to make your IoT and M2M project as easy as possible with a simple yet comprehensive solution. Customers only need to pay once to enjoy seamless connectivity over a 10-year validity period.
This is the perfect solution for users who need a versatile and no-nonsense solution for their IoT deployment without recurring payments. With 1NCE, you won’t have to worry about hidden or fluctuating costs. What you see is what you get.
Since 1NCE is a prepaid product, businesses won’t need to worry about activation, deactivation and suspension processes that add time and money. This makes it ideal for Malaysian businesses that require high efficiency in managing IoT solutions.
Cost Effective and Scalable IoT SIM
Blocks of 500 MB data are available if the initial data volume is exhausted. The data volume top-up can be done when needed on the 1NCE site either in an automated or manual modem as well as via API integration. It’s available as many times as needed without the need to exchange SIM cards.
Expand your IoT deployments worldwide with one SIM
1NCE is made for worldwide deployments, as the SIM is supported in 173 countries, including Malaysia, with no roaming fees. This is great for businesses to streamline their IoT connectivity across multiple markets. There’s no need to sign up for different plans or commit to large quantities of SIMs for each country.
“1NCE’s global coverage eliminates the need for numerous local contracts, inconsistent integration, and cost of services and complexities — making international expansion more accessible and cost-effective than ever at a predictable cost,” said ST Digital Solutions Malaysia Sales Manager, Janet Chan.
“Companies can deploy their IoT devices in multiple countries and regions seamlessly using a single SIM card and billing structure,” she added.
1NCE currently serves over 20,000 companies with over 22 million connected products globally as of the end of 2023. Whether it is a smart meter, or fleet and asset tracking, 1NCE says it is ready to serve the needs of the Malaysian market with its proven expertise.
Where to buy 1NCE in Malaysia?
SoftBank is the exclusive sales partner for 1NCE in 19 markets across the APAC region, including Malaysia. Their extensive network and expertise enable seamless distribution and support for customers, ensuring reliable and efficient IoT connectivity and ease of access to key markets in the region.
Although based in Singapore, SoftBank also has an office in Kuala Lumpur through its subsidiary, ST Digital Solutions Malaysia. This allows them to support their clients locally in Malaysia.
“We are a local subsidiary of SoftBank Corp. in Malaysia, responsible for sales of 1NCE services. We work closely with 1NCE to expand the market reach and provide local support,” said ST Digital Solutions Malaysia Sales Manager, Janet Chan.
You can purchase 1NCE SIM cards online from the 1NCE website. The price starts from US$15, plus SIM charge and shipping.
“Customers can easily order the SIM cards online, which are already activated at the time of shipment. The SIM comes activated, along with a one-time APN configuration in the device, and can be used immediately,” explained Janet on how easy it is to purchase and set up 1NCE SIM cards.
