element14 enhances wireless connectivity offering with Digi International solutions
World class IoT and M2M solutions are at the forefront of the Digi ecosystem
element14 is now distributing connectivity solutions from Digi International, a leading global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity products, services and solutions.
The new relationship is an expansion of Avnet’s existing relationship with Digi and will enhance element14’s wireless communications portfolio of wireless communication. It will also enable Digi to utilise the “power of one,” which is the combined strength of element14 and its parent company Avnet across the product lifecycle. With Avnet and element14, customers will be able to find the best solution for their needs around the globe.
Digi International supplies secure embedded technology and connectivity such as system-on-modules, wireless communication systems, and cloud management software to developers in a diverse range of industries, including education, energy, industrial, medical, retail, smart cities and transportation. In every case, it is committed to ensuring that each customer is provided with precisely the right technology for their wireless connectivity requirements.
Steve Ericson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Digi OEM Solutions said, “We are very excited about leveraging the combined power of both element14 and Avnet and look forward to expanding our customer base by leveraging element14’s expertise and global reach. We have always looked to partner with like-minded companies to ensure our customers have an ecosystem of options that seamlessly integrate, extend value, and bring the future of IoT communications to drive their business.”
Digi’s featured technologies include a range of solutions to support Bluetooth®, cellular IoT, edge computing, Fixed Wireless Access, LoRaWAN®, 5G, Zigbee® Wireless Mesh, and more.
Rebeca Obregon, President, element14, said, "We are delighted to grow our distribution relationship with Digi and expand our M2M and IoT product offerings. The alliance will enhance our customer experience, and we look forward to further infusing Digi’s excellent range of solutions with our global distribution presence and marketplace knowledge.”
Digi solutions can be ordered online from Farnell in EMEA, element14 in APAC and Newark in North America.
Farnell Global is a fast and reliable distributor of products and technology for electronic and industrial system design, maintenance and repair. From research and design through prototype to production, Farnell helps its customers access the products and services they need 24/7. With more than 80 years of experience, 48 localised websites, and a dedicated team of over 3,000 employees, Farnell provides every component its customers need to build the technology of tomorrow.
Farnell Global trades as Newark in the Americas, Farnell in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Japan, and element14 across Asia Pacific. It also sells direct to consumers through its CPC business in the UK.
Farnell Global has been part of the established global technology distributor, Avnet (Nasdaq: AVT), since 2016. Today, this relationship allows the company to support its customers at every stage of the product life cycle, offering a truly unique distribution model, as well as expertise in end-to-end delivery and product design.
For more information, visit http://www.farnell.com
