# OrbiWise

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/orbiwise

- Industry: Telecoms
- Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
- Website: www.orbiwise.com
- Latest round: Angel (Sep 22, 2016)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

OrbiWise SA is a Swiss company focusing on IoT technologies, offering innovative solutions for network management and data processing through its advanced LoRaWAN products.Established in 2014 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, OrbiWise SA specializes in IoT technologies, providing solutions for network management and data processing. The company was founded by Didier Hélal and Peter Thomsen, both of whom have backgrounds in technology and innovation. OrbiWise has engaged in one funding deal, notably raising an undisclosed amount of Angel funding on September 22, 2016, from Fondation d'Aide aux Entreprises and Fongit, among other investors.OrbiWise specializes in IoT technologies, particularly through its flagship products: the OrbiWAN™ Carrier-grade LoRaWAN® Network Server and the OrbiWAN-Edge, a compact network server solution designed for edge computing. These products facilitate the deployment and management of LoRaWAN networks, enabling connectivity for a wide array of IoT applications. The OrbiWAN™ Network Server is pivotal for the operation of smart city initiatives, environmental monitoring, and industrial IoT solutions, while the OrbiWAN-Edge serves smaller-scale implementations, enhancing local data processing capabilities. Notably, the company also offers Sampols, a professional solution aimed at measuring noise pollution, targeting municipalities and environmental agencies. OrbiWise's products cater to clients across diverse regions, including Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, addressing the growing demand for IoT solutions in urban infrastructure and environmental management.OrbiWise generates revenue through a structured transaction model that focuses on B2B partnerships and direct sales to enterprises and municipalities. The company primarily engages clients through subscription-based services for its OrbiWAN™ Network Server, providing advanced network management features and analytics. Additionally, one-time licensing fees may apply for the deployment of the OrbiWAN-Edge and Sampols solutions, essential tools for specific IoT applications. This transactional structure emphasizes long-term collaborations, particularly in smart city projects and environmental monitoring initiatives, as clients seek to improve operational efficiencies and compliance with regulatory standards. Through these mechanisms, OrbiWise has established a robust client base, including government bodies and private enterprises that leverage its advanced technologies for various applications.OrbiWise plans to leverage its recent Angel funding secured in September 2016 to expand its product offerings and market reach. The company is currently working on developing new features for its OrbiWAN™ Network Server to enhance user experience and functionality, with a projected release in late 2024. Additionally, OrbiWise aims to penetrate new markets, specifically targeting Asia-Pacific regions by 2025. This strategic expansion is intended to capitalize on increasing demand for IoT solutions in those areas.

## Funding rounds

- Angel, Sep 22, 2016 — Fondation d'Aide aux Entreprises, FONGIT

## Investors

- Fondation d'Aide aux Entreprises — Angel
- FONGIT (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fongit) — Angel