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Your Custom IoT Gateway, delivered in weeks. Not months.

Stop compromising on overbuilt, off-the-shelf hardware. At needCode, we engineer IoT gateways tailored to your exact needs, accelerating your time-to-market with a proven, modular approach.
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The IoT Gateway challenges

Building an effective IoT gateway is a journey filled with bottlenecks. We've seen these challenges repeatedly across industries, and we know they can derail even the most promising projects.

Over-engineering & bloated costs

Off-the-shelf gateways often come with redundant interfaces and features you'll never use. You end up paying for unnecessary hardware, driving up your total project cost and complicating your supply chain.

Slow time-to-market & rework risk

Designing a gateway from scratch is a lengthy process, full of unexpected delays and costs. A single design flaw can force you back to the drawing board, postponing your market entry by months.

Integration complexity

Making devices from different brands and using different protocols (like Zigbee, BLE, and Matter) work together reliably is a messy and time-consuming mess.

Security & compliance headaches

Navigating complex compliance requirements like CE marking, RED, or NIS2 is a major barrier. Without a solid foundation, certification can be a risky, expensive, and unpredictable process.

needCode solution is right-sized Gateways

We are leading experts in embedded systems and IoT connectivity, with a dedicated focus on IoT gateways. We engineer each solution from the ground up, ensuring it is meticulously tailored to your exact specifications and business needs. Our solutions are are a direct reflection of our extensive experience, delivering a level of precision and performance that sets your product apart.

01

Technology & solution audit

We begin by performing a comprehensive audit of your product idea and existing technology stack. Our team identifies key requirements and maps them to our proven building blocks to create an optimized solution roadmap.

02

Custom-fit with proven components

We select the perfect mix of processing power, interfaces, and physical design from our catalog of tested components. This modular approach eliminates the need for redundant hardware and ensures you pay only for the features you need. We use components such as LTE modems, BLE radios, and industrial I/O from trusted reference hardware partners.

03

Accelerated development with pre-configured kits

We can deliver a working system in a matter of weeks by starting with a pre-defined gateway template and adapting it to your specific needs. This approach minimizes new engineering work and reduces project costs. Our templates are based on field-tested configurations, which ensures proven stability and a faster path to a functional demo.

04

Seamless multi-protocol integration

Our pre-validated protocol stacks and software layers ensure smooth communication between diverse standards, from BLE and Wi-Fi to Modbus and LTE-M, within a single, cohesive unit. We handle traffic scheduling, interference mitigation, and data normalization to ensure reliable operation.

05

Security & compliance by design

We build in a solid security baseline and ensure hardware and firmware choices align with CE, RED, and NIS2 guidelines from day one. This gives you a significant head start in your own certification process, with features like encrypted data channels and secure OTA updates.

06

Full lifecycle support

Our services cover the entire development cycle, from Proof of Concept to a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and beyond. We also provide tools for automated testing, deployment orchestration, and field diagnostics to ensure long-term product reliability.

Bring your IoT gateway vision to life

Partner with needCode to engineer a gateway that is precisely right for your use case. Our proven expertise, from core protocols to long-term support, ensures your connected product succeeds.
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Where our IoT Gateways fit

Our modular approach allows us to deliver optimized solutions across multiple industries, solving most often problems with uncommon speed and precision.

Industrial & manufacturing

  • Real-Time machine monitoring
    We integrate with industrial equipment using wired protocols like Modbus and CAN to enable continuous machine health monitoring and preventative maintenance.
  • Predictive maintenance
    Our gateways utilize on-device analytics to perform real-time vibration analysis and anomaly detection, predicting potential equipment failures before they occur. We use our Motion & Orientation Module for this purpose.
  • Safety automation
    We implement local automation rules engines to ensure critical safety-related workflows, such as zone entry/exit alarms, continue to operate instantly, even without a cloud connection.
  • Energy consumption analysis
    Our solutions provide real-time measurement of voltage, current, and power factor, allowing you to identify waste, optimize loads, and comply with efficiency regulations.
  • Legacy equipment integration
    We bridge the gap between legacy machinery and modern IoT platforms, enabling you to extend the life of existing equipment and avoid costly replacements.
  • Field diagnostics
    We build in remote monitoring and logging capabilities, enabling faster fault identification and reduced need for costly on-site technician interventions.

Smart buildings & cities

  • Integrated building management
    Our multi-protocol gateways serve as a unified hub, seamlessly integrating diverse systems like smart lighting, HVAC, and security to provide a cohesive building management solution.
  • Energy consumption optimization
    We deploy solutions with integrated utility and energy measurement modules to collect and analyze power usage data, enabling cost-effective load management and energy efficiency.
  • Automated access & presence detection
    We use UWB and BLE to create precise access control systems and manage visitor flow, while providing valuable data on occupancy and usage patterns.
  • Seamless multi-protocol interoperability
    Our solutions ensure devices using different standards (Zigbee, Matter, BLE) can communicate fluidly, eliminating fragmentation and creating future-proof ecosystems.
  • Compliance-ready systems
    We ensure your IoT solutions are designed to align with crucial regulations like NIS2, RED, and ISO standards, reducing compliance risk and accelerating market entry.
  • Offline resilience
    We build gateways with an embedded software layer that allows them to continue operating and logging critical data even during network outages.

Warehousing, Logistics & Mobility

  • End-to-end cold chain visibility
    We provide comprehensive monitoring of temperature and humidity during transit, ensuring product integrity and generating compliance-ready reports for every shipment.

  • Fleet telemetry & diagnostics
    Our gateways integrate with vehicle CAN bus systems to capture detailed engine parameters and driving behavior, supporting route optimization and predictive vehicle maintenance.
  • High-accuracy asset tracking
    We enable centimeter-level asset location within warehouses using our UWB precision location pack, with autopositioning anchors that drastically reduce deployment time and complexity.
  • Supply chain automation
    We create zone-based event detection systems that automate workflows, such as activating alarms or stopping machinery when assets or people enter specific zones.
  • Hybrid wired & wireless support
    Our solutions support a mix of wired (CAN bus, Ethernet) and wireless (LTE, UWB, BLE) protocols, ensuring seamless integration with diverse operational environments.
  • Mobile field diagnostics
    We provide handheld UWB readers and support toolkits that allow operators to quickly perform inventory checks and troubleshoot devices in the field, reducing downtime and operational costs.

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Testimonials

“I think the key takeaway from needCode is their ability to adapt and understand the customer's requirements. That took away probably a large portion of what could have been a lot of development time and expense for both companies.”
Bob Folkestad
Bob Folkestad
President at Creative Werks
“One aspect that truly sets needCode apart is its profound expertise in firmware development. Their proficiency in various programming languages, embedded systems and hardware architecture is truly impressive. When faced with difficult problems, their strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset shine through, allowing them to overcome obstacles with remarkable ease.”
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Semeh Sarhan
CEO at Xtrava
“I worked with needCode while leading the NWTN-Berlin team in 2018. A big chunk for our FW development has been outsourced to them and they had proven to iterate very quickly, following specs and deliver on time. It was great working with them. I recommend working with needCode’s team on any Embedded SW development.”
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Marco Salvioli Mariani
CTO at NWTN Berlin GmbH
“needCode Team proved to be one of the best engineers I have ever met. The part I like the most about the team is the more difficult an obstacle seems to be, the more motivated they were to find a solution and a way forward.”
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Szymon Słupnik
CTO at Silvair
“needCode is an outstanding partner. Their quick follow-up, scalability, and extensive professional network set them apart. Their expertise in wireless technologies has been valuable, supporting us from low-level drivers to architecture discussions.”
avatar Tim Allemeersch
Tim Allemeersch
Director at Qorvo, Inc.
“needCode did a great job improving the firmware of the Vai Kai connected toys and developing new features, surpassing our expectations multiple times. I would definitely recommend hiring Bartek and needCode for the embedded software projects!”
avatar Matas Petrikas
Matas Petrikas
CEO & Co-founder
at Vai Kai UG

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Manufacturing

Modern manufacturing machines are typically equipped with IoT sensors that capture performance data. AIoT technology analyzes this sensor data, and based on vibration patterns, the AI predicts the machine's behavior and recommends actions to maintain optimal performance. This approach is highly effective for predictive maintenance, promoting safer working environments, continuous operation, longer equipment lifespan, and less downtime. Additionally, AIoT enhances quality control on production lines.

For example, Sentinel, a monitoring system used in pharmaceutical production by IMA Pharma, employs AI to evaluate sensor data along the production line. The AI detects and improves underperforming components, ensuring efficient machine operation and maintaining high standards in drug manufacturing.

Logistics & supply chain

IoT devices - from fleet vehicles and autonomous warehouse robots to scanners and beacons - generate large amounts of data in this industry. When combined with AI, this data can be leveraged for tracking, analytics, predictive maintenance, autonomous driving, and more, offering greater visibility into logistics operations and enhancing vendor partnerships.

Example: Amazon employs over 750,000 autonomous mobile robots to assist warehouse staff with heavy lifting, delivery, and package handling tasks. Other examples include AI-powered IoT devices such as cameras, RFID sensors, and beacons that help monitor goods' movement and track products within warehouses and during transportation. AI algorithms can also estimate arrival times and forecast delays by analyzing traffic conditions.

Retail

IoT sensors monitor movement and customer flow within a building, while AI algorithms analyze this data to offer insights into traffic patterns and product preferences. This information enhances understanding of customer behavior, helps prevent stockouts, and improves customer analytics to drive sales. Furthermore, AIoT enables retailers to deliver personalized shopping experiences by leveraging geographical data and individual shopping preferences.

For instance, IoT sensors track movement and customer flow, and AI algorithms process this information to reveal insights into traffic patterns and product preferences. This ultimately leads to better customer understanding, stockout prevention, and enhanced sales analytics.

Agriculture

Recent research by Continental reveals that over 27% of surveyed farmers utilize drones for aerial land analysis. These devices capture images of crops as they are and transmit them to a dashboard for further assessment. However, AI can enhance this process even further.

For example, AIoT-powered drones can photograph crops at various growth stages, assess plant health, detect diseases, and recommend optimal harvesting strategies to maximize yield. Additionally, these drones can be employed for targeted crop treatments, irrigation monitoring and management, soil health analysis, and more.

Smart Cities

Smart cities represent another domain where AIoT applications can enhance citizens' well-being, facilitate urban infrastructure planning, and guide future city development. In addition to traffic management, IoT devices equipped with AI can monitor energy consumption patterns, forecast demand fluctuations, and dynamically optimize energy distribution. AI-powered surveillance cameras and sensors can identify suspicious activities, monitor crowd density, and alert authorities to potential security threats in real-time, improving public safety and security.

For example, an AIoT solution has been implemented in Barcelona to manage water and energy sustainably. The city has installed IoT sensors across its water supply system to gather water pressure, flow rate, and quality data. AI algorithms analyze this information to identify leaks and optimize water usage. Similarly, smart grids have been introduced to leverage AI to predict demand and distribute energy efficiently, minimizing waste and emissions. As a result, these initiatives have enabled the city to reduce water waste by 25%, increase renewable energy usage by 17%, and lower greenhouse gas emissions by 19%.

Healthcare

Integrating AI and IoT in healthcare enables hospitals to deliver remote patient care more efficiently while reducing the burden on facilities. Additionally, AI can be used in clinical trials to preprocess data collected from sensors across extensive target and control groups.

For example, intelligent wearable technologies enable doctors to monitor patients remotely. In real-time, sensors collect vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose levels. AI algorithms then analyze this data, assisting doctors in detecting issues early, developing personalized treatment plans, and enhancing patient outcomes.

Smart Homes

The smart home ecosystem encompasses smart thermostats, locks, security cameras, energy management systems, heating, lighting, and entertainment systems. AI algorithms analyze data from these devices to deliver context-specific recommendations tailored to each user. This enables homeowners to use utilities more efficiently, create a personalized living space, and achieve sustainability goals.

For example, LifeSmart offers a comprehensive suite of AI-powered IoT tools for smart homes, connecting new and existing intelligent appliances and allowing customers to manage them via their smartphones. Additionally, they provide an AI builder framework for deploying AI on smart devices, edge gateways, and the cloud, enabling AI algorithms to process data and user behavior autonomously.

Maintenance (Post-Release Support)

When your product is successfully launched and available on the market we provide ongoing support and maintenance services to ensure your product remains competitive and reliable. This includes prompt resolution of any reported issues through bug fixes and updates.

We continuously enhance product features based on user feedback and market insights, optimizing performance and user experience.

Our team monitors product performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and proactively addresses potential issues. This phase aims to sustain product competitiveness, ensure customer satisfaction, and support long-term success in the market.

Commercialization (From MVP to Product

Our software team focuses on completing the full product feature range, enhancing the user interface and experience, and handling all corner cases. We prepare product software across the whole lifecycle by providing all necessary procedures, such as manufacturing support and firmware upgrade.

We also finalize the product's hardware design to ensure robustness, scalability and cost-effectiveness.

This includes rigorous testing procedures to validate product performance, reliability, and security. We manage all necessary certifications and regulatory compliance requirements to ensure the product meets industry standards and legal obligations.

By the end of this phase, your product is fully prepared for mass production and commercial deployment, with all documentation and certifications in place.

Prototyping (From POC to MVP)

Our development team focuses on implementing core product features and use cases to create a functional Minimum Viable Product (MVP). We advance to refining the hardware design, moving from initial concepts to detailed PCB design allowing us to assemble first prototypes. Updated documentation from the Design phase ensures alignment with current project status. A basic test framework is established to conduct preliminary validation tests.

This prepares the product for real-world demonstrations to stakeholders, customers, and potential investors.

This phase is critical for validating market readiness and functionality before proceeding to full-scale production.

Design (From Idea to POC)

We meticulously select the optimal technology stack and hardware components based on your smart product idea with detailed use cases and feature requirements (Market Requirements Document / Business Requirements Document). Our team conducts thorough assessments of costs, performance metrics, power consumption, and resource requirements.

Deliverables include a comprehensive Product Requirements Document (PRD), detailed Software Architecture plans, an Initial Test Plan outlining validation strategies, Regulatory Compliance Analysis to ensure adherence to relevant standards, and a Proof of Concept (POC) prototype implemented on breakout boards.

This phase aims to validate the technical feasibility of your concept and establish a solid foundation for further development.

If you lack a validated idea and MRD/BRD, consider utilizing our IoT Strategic Roadmap service to gain insights into target markets, user needs, and desired functionality. Having a structured plan in the form of an IoT Strategic Roadmap before development begins is crucial to mitigate complications in subsequent product development phases.