Innovative Pricing from Foundries.io for OEMs
Foundries.io has launched a new tiered pricing structure for its FoundriesFactory™ service, aimed primarily at smaller OEMs and developers focusing on Linux products. This initiative introduces a free version targeted at personal use and the maker community, promoting broader evaluation of the service's capabilities in terms of build and security, while still catering to high-volume manufacturers.
Professional and Production Editions
OEMs can now take advantage of the new Professional Edition, which is designed to deliver the complete suite of development features while significantly lowering costs during the product development phase. As OEMs transition from designing to deploying their products, they can switch to the Production Edition, which encompasses all necessary features for provisioning, deployment, and maintenance of device fleets.
Redefining Development Costs
With this new pricing model, Foundries.io replaces the prior fixed annual subscription with a monthly subscription fee for the Professional Edition. This change is particularly beneficial for those in the initial stages of developing edge AI solutions or Linux-based operating systems.
Launch of Community Edition
The introduction of a Community Edition makes the FoundriesFactory service accessible to the maker community by providing a limited set of development and security functions, encouraging individual developers to explore its capabilities without the burden of costs.
Expanding Options for Startups
Startups that are yet to generate revenue can benefit from reduced pricing as they begin their product development journey. This strategic move aims to attract early-stage companies by making advanced tools available at a fraction of the normal price. Additionally, OEMs can achieve significant cost reductions as their production volume increases, with the possibility of device-specific costs dropping to zero at higher quantities.
Enterprise Edition for Greater Control
For those seeking enhanced management capabilities, the Enterprise Edition allows for a customized, managed private cloud instance, giving OEMs greater control over their assets. This flexibility is essential for businesses that prioritize the effective management of their development resources.
A Word from Leadership
George Grey, VP of Technology at Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd, shared insights regarding the new pricing structure: 'The FoundriesFactory service has evolved into an essential platform for OEM developers leveraging the Yocto Project for embedded and edge AI product development. This updated pricing model will enable more developers to harness the benefits of our service.'
Encouraging Global Developer Engagement
Grey adds, 'We are truly enthusiastic about the opportunity to engage more developers worldwide who are experienced in building with Linux OS. Our aim is to facilitate access to the professional DevSecOps environment provided by the FoundriesFactory service, which can significantly streamline the development process.'
Device Support and Market Availability
Foundries.io's support extends across various System-on-Chip (SoC) manufacturers, including industry leaders like Intel, Texas Instruments, NXP Semiconductor, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. This compatibility further enhances the value proposition of the FoundriesFactory service, equipping OEMs with versatile options for their hardware designs.
Visit Us at Embedded World
To experience the FoundriesFactory service in real-time, visitors can view it on Qualcomm Dragonwing™ RB3 Gen 2 hardware at the Foundries.io exhibit during Embedded World. The interactive experience will showcase how the new pricing model can benefit developers of all sizes.
About Foundries.io
Founded with a vision to revolutionize embedded solutions, Foundries.io became part of Qualcomm Innovation Center, Inc. (QUIC) in April 2024. The company remains dedicated to simplifying the deployment and commercialization of open-source software, particularly for clients integrated with Linux systems.
FoundriesFactory is a trademark of Foundries.io Limited and reflects their ongoing commitment to support the embedded computing landscape.
