specific ones ,” he says . “ Now add in the difficulty of roaming . Non-native devices are only able to connect to “ foreign ” networks for short periods , making the traditional carrierdependent SIM card approach a barrier to the widespread and lasting use of IoT technology .”
“ ESIM TECHNOLOGY
PROPELS CONNECTIVITY ’ S
DIGITAL SHIFT ”
MAGDALENA DRANIEWICZ CONSUMER ESIM
PRODUCT MANAGER , IDEMIA
A delicate balancing act eSIM enables devices to navigate and respond to the ever-changing landscape of network conditions . Users , in turn , can seamlessly switch between service providers based on performance metrics , cost considerations , or specific requirements , dismantling the traditional model of rigid , locked-in service agreements .
As a result , service providers find themselves facing uncertainty and the possibility of disrupted revenue streams as the freedom of users to move effortlessly between providers challenges the established norms of loyalty and contractual commitment .
Warburton believes that as the sector evolves , service operators will need to embrace eSIM .
“ Overcoming resistance requires not just a technological leap but a shared effort that fosters the seamless integration of these new technologies into the existing telecommunications infrastructure .
“ Only by adopting a collaborative approach , that bridges the gap between legacy systems and cutting-edge solutions , will providers benefit from a seamless transition into the era of eSIM-driven connectivity .”
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