emnify introduces factory-first IoT connectivity at CES 2026

emnify showcases factory-first IoT connectivity at CES 2026, enabling instant device activation, one global eSIM SKU, and simpler IoT manufacturing at scale

Emnify, the cloud-native IoT connectivity provider, is bringing a new manufacturing-led approach to CES 2026 with the launch of factory-first IoT connectivity to make building, shipping, and scaling the activation of connected devices dramatically more straightforward. The company says the initiative addresses one of the biggest bottlenecks in IoT deployments-connectivity that is added only after devices leave the factory.

By building cellular connectivity directly into production, emnify instantly connects devices at power-on-both on the factory floor and out in the field. The shift is aimed at reducing deployment delays and eliminating activation failures common during first boot.

Pre-provisioned connectivity from the production line

Built around Bootstrap Connectivity and only one global eSIM SKU, the solution entirely avoids the requirement for physical SIMs and region-specific variants. This means manufacturers can ship already-connected devices. EMnify's SGP.32-ready eSIM orchestration stack means testing and provisioning can be concluded during the course of manufacturing, which will help in the reduction of manual handling and configuration errors.

According to emnify, with this model, IoT factory-first connectivity becomes a core manufacturing function and not a post-deployment activity, delivering reliability while reducing the operational complexity of supply chains across the globe.

Zero-touch manufacturing with lifecycle flexibility

emnify's approach also supports zero-touch manufacturing, enabling automatic provisioning and validation of connectivity at the point of production. This reduces labor costs while ensuring devices are ready to use straight from the box.

Importantly, the bootstrap profile is provider-independent, giving electronics goods manufacturers the flexibility to bring their own carrier and change providers throughout a device's lifecycle. This openness reduces vendor lock-in and strengthens the long-term appeal of factory-first IoT connectivity for large-scale deployments.

Industry Response & CES 2026 Showcase

"SIM logistics have stayed physical and manual for way too long," said Martin Giess, co-founder and founding CTO of emnify. He added that embedding the connectivity at the factory level ensures devices connect reliably from first power-up using one global eSIM SKU, without restricting carrier choice. emnify will show how factory-first IoT connectivity enables one global SKU and smooth IoT manufacturing at CES 2026.

Media, analysts, and electronic goods manufacturers are invited to meet emnify at North Hall, Booth #10477, for a look at how factory-first IoT connectivity works to simplify manufacturing, logistics, and at-scale device activation.