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We are proudly member of the UWB Alliance

needCode in 2025 has proudly joined the UWB Alliance, reinforcing our dedication to pioneering UWB and contributing to its global standardization and deployment across diverse industries.
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Purpose of the Partnership

Since 2019, UWB has expanded into a mainstream technology, with forecasts projecting sales of over one billion devices annually by 2025 across smartphones, automotive, and industry. This rapid growth requires a stable foundation built on robust standards and a predictable regulatory landscape. The UWB Alliance leads this effort, building upon the IEEE 802.15.4z standard and working with regulatory bodies to maximize UWB's potential.

This partnership provides a critical feedback loop to that process. needCode contributes system-level expertise from complex, real-world projects, helping to validate the scalability and reliability of UWB standards in demanding industrial environments. Our role is to ensure that the technical specifications translate into commercially viable and operationally sound solutions for the global market.

What is the UWB Alliance?

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The UWB Alliance is a global, non-profit organization working to establish Ultra-Wideband technology as a mature, open industry standard. The Alliance promotes key specifications like IEEE 802.15.4z, FiRa, and Omlox to foster a complete standards-based UWB ecosystem, from silicon vendors to service providers.

This mission is critical for industrial adopters. A unified ecosystem prevents vendor lock-in and reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) over the system's lifecycle. It ensures that components from different manufacturers can communicate reliably, protecting large-scale capital investments from the risks of proprietary, dead-end technologies.

The Alliance's work accelerates the adoption of interoperable, high-performance UWB solutions in demanding markets worldwide.

Key aspects of the partnership

Active Participation

needCode actively participates in the UWB Alliance's technical workgroups. We contribute system-level data from our industrial RTLS deployments to help refine the IEEE 802.15.4z standard and develop robust interoperability testing procedures. This direct involvement ensures that emerging standards are practical, scalable, and validated for complex, real-world conditions.

Market Development

The partnership focuses on accelerating the global adoption of UWB technology. needCode collaborates with the Alliance on developing public case studies and white papers that demonstrate the ROI of standards-based UWB solutions in areas like manufacturing, logistics, and automotive. This provides the market with tangible proof of the technology's commercial viability.

Implementation Excellence

We work with the Alliance to establish and promote best practices for high-quality industrial ultra-wideband integration. By sharing insights from our ISO 9001/27001 certified processes and "DevOps for Engineering" methodology, we help create a framework that enables reliable and secure deployments across the entire UWB ecosystem.

Areas of Joint Innovation

Our joint innovation efforts focus on translating theoretical standards into tangible, high-value industrial solutions. While standards provide a common language for devices, our expertise lies in using that language to build sophisticated, location-aware business logic that solves real-world challenges.

Our unique "DevOps for Engineering" methodology is central to this capability. It provides a systematic approach that brings software-grade agility and reliability to the world of embedded hardware. This allows us to rapidly architect, build, and deploy complete, end-to-end systems on top of emerging UWB standards. We serve as a pathfinder for new applications, demonstrating not just that a standard works, but how it creates transformative value when integrated into complex industrial workflows.

This ability to deliver proven, market-ready solutions is our most significant contribution to the Alliance's mission

Why partner with needCode

needCode is a system integrator focused on architecting and deploying connectivity solutions for critical applications that deliver business value to its global customers.

With a track record spanning over eight years, we have cultivated expertise in Ultra-Wideband (UWB) and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technologies.

Our specialization in leveraging Qorvo’s QPG6200, QM33, and QM35 series chipsets demonstrates our technical capability and focus on innovation.

Proudly Certified for Excellence and Security

needCode is officially certified for:

ISO 9001:2015
– Quality Management
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 – Information Security
ISO certifications reflect our focus on delivering reliable IoT solutions, smart product development, and secure technology services.

Tailored Approach to Evolving Connectivity Needs

Our practical approach leverages deep expertise in advanced connectivity and sensing technologies to deliver tailored outcomes

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Optimization

When the goal is to enhance existing processes and improve efficiency, our role in designing and implementing connectivity solutions for critical applications is key. Leveraging highly accurate positioning technologies or efficient low-power communication methods, we architect and implement systems that provide the granular data needed for insightful analytics. This enables customers to fine-tune operations, reduce waste, improve resource allocation, and achieve measurable enhancements in their key performance indicators, directly contributing to business value

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Modernization

For clients needing to upgrade outdated systems or integrate new technologies, we focus on designing and implementing effective connectivity. By deploying robust solutions using appropriate wireless technologies for critical applications, we help modernize their infrastructure. This enhances data accessibility, improves operational reliability, and establishes a foundation for future technological advancements, ensuring the modernized systems deliver clear business value.

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Transformation

For organizations seeking to redefine their business models or create new value streams, we partner in designing and implementing innovative connectivity. Our expertise in architecting novel solutions for critical applications, using our broad knowledge of advanced wireless capabilities, allows us to help customers explore and roll out transformative ideas. This can range from developing new location-aware services to creating adaptive, data-driven operational environments that provide a distinct competitive advantage and new forms of business value.

This focused approach to designing and implementing connectivity solutions ensures that whether customers are looking to update, refine, or reinvent their operations, needCode delivers solutions tailored to their specific stage and strategic objectives, always centered on providing tangible business value for their critical applications.

Our competencies address application areas including:
  • Connected Lighting Systems
  • Smart Sensors & Wearables
  • Gateways & Mobile Device ecosystems
  • High-Precision Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS
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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
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.”
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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!”
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CEO & Co-founder
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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.