HUGHES Telematics Becomes First in Industry to Implement Next Generation Telematics Architecture
07 Enero 2009 - 7:25AM
PR Newswire (US)
Technology sets new benchmark, allowing for scalability and
flexibility that liberate the supply chain LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7
/PRNewswire/ -- CES -- HUGHES Telematics announced today that it
has implemented the world's first technology-neutral telematics
framework that allows virtually any supplier's technology to be
integrated into the system. This Next Generation Telematics
Architecture establishes an open telematics platform structure that
allows for interconnectivity between multiple content providers,
call centers and in-vehicle hardware platforms. HUGHES Telematics
has developed their architecture around the vision and standards as
established by the Next Generation Telematics Protocol (NGTP)
working committee (http://www.ngtp.org/). The solution exemplifies
NGTP's commitment to scalability and flexibility within the
telematics industry. Following the proposed architecture, HUGHES
Telematics created an industry platform that allows automotive OEMs
to custom-tailor content and features while maintaining maximum
flexibility in hardware selection and the addition of future
services. This includes improving the driver experience by allowing
for new content, Internet applications and service updates to be
downloaded remotely via the HUGHES Telematics platform. "The NGTP
working committee set a high benchmark for the industry. Given the
roll out timeframe in the automotive industry, we viewed that
benchmark as a necessary starting point for our solution," said
Erik Goldman, president, HUGHES Telematics. "Scalability and
flexibility have always been critical considerations in the
development of our technology. The implementation of our solutions
for our OEM partners will demonstrate the value of this open
technology." The protocol implemented by HUGHES Telematics supports
multiple call centers, content providers and hardware suppliers.
The Next Generation Telematics Architecture solution implemented by
HUGHES Telematics also supports various vehicle interfaces and data
formats, thus it can be configured to any vehicle. These
developments liberate the supply chain and ensure the ability to
offer new services without reconfiguring the vehicle. "Through our
partnership with HUGHES Telematics, we are looking at ways to
create a shared vision of how technology can shape the future of
the vehicle and revolutionize the driving experience," said Marios
Zenios, vice president, Connectivity and Infotainment, Chrysler
LLC. "The telematics industry continues to evolve as technology
offerings mature and consumer expectations for the connected car
grow," says Thilo Koslowski, vice president and lead automotive
analyst, Gartner, Inc. "Next generation telematics offerings will
leverage an open system approach to enable service differentiation,
flexible content management and the creation of unique driver
experiences." About Hughes Telematics HUGHES Telematics (
http://www.hughestelematics.com/ ) is a leader in implementing the
next generation of connected services for the automobile. Centered
on a core platform of safety and security offerings, the company
develops and manages vehicle- and driver-centric solutions to
enhance the driving and ownership experience. Headquartered in
Atlanta, Ga., HUGHES Telematics offers a portfolio of consumer,
manufacturer, fleet and dealer services provided through two-way
broadband connectivity to the vehicle. HUGHES Telematics and
Polaris Acquisition Corp (AMEX:TKP.U) have agreed to an all stock
merger which, upon satisfaction of certain closing conditions, will
result in HUGHES Telematics stockholders and management becoming
the controlling stockholders and management of Polaris. DATASOURCE:
HUGHES Telematics CONTACT: Scott Merritt, for HUGHES Telematics,
+1-770-649-0880, Ext 302, or Mobile, +1-770-778-4786, Web site:
http://www.hughestelematics.com/ http://www.ngtp.org/
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