What Is In-Factory Profile Provisioning?

In-factory profile provisioning involves configuring a mobile network operator (MNO) profile in the SIM card of an Internet of Things (IoT) or consumer device during manufacturing. Provisioning could occur on the manufacturing side or later in the device configuration process before it is shipped to the end customer.

The Downsides of Manual Profile Provisioning

?The traditional profile provisioning method requires IoT original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to buy a pre-provisioned SIM card from an operator or carrier. If it is a plastic SIM, they insert it into a finished device. If it is a solderable SIM, they solder it into a device’s printed circuit board (PCB).

?A major downside of manual SIM provisioning is that it creates logistical issues. IoT OEMs must manage multiple SIMs from different MNOs. As a result, these companies have many stock-keeping units (SKUs) in their inventory, which increases issues like:

• Operational complexity
• Costs
• Space requirements
• Risk of errors

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