AAEON and The Embedded Kit announce strategic partnership and launch a fully integrated hardware/software bundle

The Embedded Kit and AAEON package eliminates the time and effort required for equipment manufacturers to go to production and maintain their product's security during its lifecycle. By providing a comprehensive solution, it not only enhances development efficiency but also guarantees cybersecurity compliance and long-term viability of systems, offering ongoing updates and maintenance tools to adapt to evolving security threats and technological advancements. This ensures that products remain secure, efficient, and relevant for years to come.

"By combining our cutting-edge AI edge hardware with The Embedded Kit's robust embedded systems software, we're providing equipment manufacturers with a seamless, secure, and efficient solution. This collaboration not only accelerates time-to-market but also ensures our customers can focus on innovation, knowing they have a reliable and secure foundation," said Victor Lai, Managing Director at AAEON.

"We are proud to partner with AAEON to integrate their powerful de next-RAP8 hardware into our Linux distribution for AI edge computing applications. This collaboration highlights our mutual commitment to delivering industrial-grade quality and security right out of the box, allowing device manufacturers to accelerate their software development while ensuring robust system protection. We look forward to further strengthening this partnership to empower an increasing number of device makers using x86 boards in their industrial products," said Pierre GAL, Head of Product Development at The Embedded Kit.

The partnership will officially launch during SIDO Lyon, the leading event for the convergence of IoT, AI, XR, and Robotics technologies, which takes place on 18 and 19 September 2024. Visit AAEON at Booth O205 and The Embedded Kit at Booth O422 to learn more about this exciting collaboration. Use code E-AAELY24 for a free visitor pass by visiting www.sido-lyon.com.

About AAEON

Established in 1992, AAEON is one of the leading designers and manufacturers of industrial IoT and AI Edge solutions. With continual innovation as a core value, AAEON provides reliable, high-quality computing platforms including industrial motherboards and systems, rugged tablets, embedded AI Edge systems, uCPE network appliances, and LoRaWAN/WWAN solutions. AAEON provides industry-leading experience and knowledge to provide OEM/ODM services worldwide. AAEON also works closely with cities and governments to develop and deploy Smart City ecosystems, offering individual platforms and end-to-end solutions. AAEON works closely with premier chip designers to deliver stable, reliable platforms. For an introduction to AAEON's expansive line of products and services, visit www.aaeon.com.

About The Embedded Kit

The Embedded Kit, a Witekio brand, provides everything equipment manufacturers need to build, connect, test, and secure embedded systems. Its four off-the-shelf products (Welma Yocto Linux, Kamea IoT, Pluma automated testing and CVE Scan) are designed specifically for device-makers, to ease and accelerate their product development while ensuring full source code control.