In a world where infrastructure security is an increasingly important issue, Follower Products took a leap forward by winning a tender from Orange in October 2024. Their innovation, the “Cable Safe System”, aims to protect copper cables, which are the target of numerous thefts.
Working in collaboration with Orange France teams, the project aims to enable law enforcement agencies to increase operational efficiency during their interventions, and thus reduce the financial losses associated with this scourge, which records around 16 thefts of copper cables every day, all operators combined.
A tailor-made solution for an evolving market
GPS tracking solutions with 4G/LTEM connectivity are plentiful on the market, so what innovations are Follower Products bringing to this saturated market?
- A form factor adapted to cables to make the system invisible.
FP masters its solutions across the entire technical chain, designing plotters that can be integrated directly into equipment in specific environments.
- Outstanding energy autonomy of several years without the need for recharging. For the same reasons as above, FP has the ability to design sophisticated usage scenarios to optimize the energy consumption of its trackers. This helps to reduce their size and make them discreet.
- Designed for operation in hostile environments such as temperature, humidity, flooding, white zones, etc.
And what’s in it for Follower Products?
After being spotted by the CIO of Burgundy, then supported by the Women Entrepreneurs program, the collaboration with Orange Fab launched Follower Products’ flagship project with Orange.
Here are some of the key benefits:
- Access to technical resources: Orange’s support enables the start-up to refine its technology and expand into a brand new market.
- Increased visibility: Joining forces with Orange gives Follower Products greater credibility in the security market, solidifying its position in the telecommunications ecosystem.
- Field testing: Since 2024, the project has been tested in the field, providing invaluable feedback for continuous improvement of the solution. What’s more, the solution is prototyped and assembled in France, reinforcing its local roots.
The benefits of collaboration for Orange
For Orange, the partnership has also been highly beneficial.
Here are a few key points:
- Innovation in safety: The Cable Safe System enhances the protection of critical infrastructures, enabling real-time monitoring of cables and facilitating rapid intervention.
- Enhanced brand image: By collaborating with Follower Products, Orange positions itself as a security leader in the telecommunications sector, strengthening its reputation with customers and partners.
- Reduced losses: The solution helps reduce the frequency of cable theft, having a positive impact on Orange’s finances by reducing the costs associated with replacements and repairs.
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