As global industries increasingly depend on internet-connected devices, reliable and flexible connectivity solutions are essential for staying competitive. Businesses managing thousands of IoT devices across multiple markets now seek streamlined methods to scale, monitor, and control these assets securely. Two principal technology firms, AT&T and Thales, have collaborated on a new eSIM initiative to address these requirements, providing enterprises greater control over their IoT device fleets without the logistical issues of traditional SIM cards.
While broader eSIM management tools have been gaining traction in the IoT sector for several years, early versions were often limited in terms of automation and global regulatory compliance. Recent efforts have attempted to address these limitations, but some platforms struggled with integration across diverse industries and networks. The current announcement signals a move toward unified global management, automation, and enhanced security standards, allowing broader adoption across automotive, health, smart city, and utility industries.
How Does the AT&T and Thales eSIM Solution Work?
The newly launched eSIM solution uses Thales Adaptive Connect technology and is compliant with the latest GSMA SGP.32 standard for remote SIM provisioning. Through AT&T’s Virtual Profile Management for IoT, companies can deploy pre-integrated Thales eSIMs and remotely activate local connectivity profiles, regardless of device location. This approach removes the necessity for direct device access during activations or updates, reducing operational delays.
What Advantages Do Enterprises Gain?
With the automated management capabilities, businesses can oversee large numbers of connected devices, switching network subscriptions or updating configuration rules with less manual intervention. The unified, industry-certified platform supports a range of devices and sectors, optimizing everything from supply chain logistics to coverage and performance for international deployments. Security remains a critical focal point, as Thales’ secure-by-design strategy enables compliance with evolving global standards.
How Are Partners Presenting the Solution?
Both companies emphasize the importance of secure, user-controlled operations for IoT. Cameron Coursey, VP of AT&T Connected Solutions, noted,
“Our state-of-the-art approach, paired with Thales’ solution, will help customers reduce friction and gain control of managing their own devices with reliable connectivity.”
Eva Rudin, EVP Mobile Connectivity Solutions at Thales, said,
“With Thales Adaptive Connect, we’re ensuring that every connected device benefits from strong security, reliable service, and simplified management — from the first connection and throughout its lifetime.”
These remarks highlight the collaboration’s commitment to providing a secure and efficient ecosystem for IoT management worldwide.
This eSIM solution allows global companies to consolidate IoT subscription management and introduces automation tools that facilitate enterprise scaling without extensive physical interventions. Such solutions are increasingly significant as the projection for IoT cellular connections suggests continued and rapid growth. Ensuring both ease of management and security compliance will likely become standard expectations for future IoT deployment tools. For organizations evaluating large-scale or multi-regional IoT rollouts, platforms like AT&T’s Virtual Profile Management for IoT, powered by Thales Adaptive Connect, offer important efficiency gains while maintaining regulatory safeguards. Success will depend on how well these solutions integrate with varying industry requirements and global network ecosystems, making ongoing industry collaboration essential in setting reliable standards.
