Digi International
Digi International is a provider of hardware, software, and managed services for enterprise and industrial Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity and network infrastructure.
- Industrial and enterprise cellular routers and gateways for wired and wireless connectivity
- Embedded modules and system-on-modules for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) IoT device integration
- Device management, network monitoring, and security software platforms
- Managed network and IoT connectivity services for distributed deployments
- Solutions for industrial, transportation, smart city, and utilities use cases
More About Digi International
Digi International focuses on connecting distributed assets, equipment, and sites through cellular, RF, and IP networking technologies, with offerings used in industrial operations, transportation fleets, utilities, smart infrastructure, and other multi-site enterprise environments. Its portfolio centers on secure, remotely managed connectivity for edge locations where wired options are limited or where organizations require out-of-band access, redundant Wide Area Network (WAN) links, or field-deployed IoT devices.
The company’s cellular routers and gateways (networking) support use cases such as primary or backup WAN for branch and remote offices, mobile and vehicle networking, traffic and environmental monitoring cabinets, point-of-sale terminals, and industrial control systems. These devices typically integrate Long Term Evolution (LTE) and 5G cellular connectivity, Ethernet switching, Wi‑Fi, and Virtual Private Network (VPN) capabilities, and are designed to interoperate with enterprise routing, firewall, and Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) infrastructures. Digi markets devices with industrial temperature ratings, ruggedized enclosures, and support for installation in cabinets, vehicles, and harsh field locations.
Digi also offers embedded modules and system-on-modules (embedded IoT hardware) that enable OEMs to add cellular, Wi‑Fi, or low-power wireless connectivity to their own devices. These modules often support protocols such as LTE, 5G, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and proprietary or standards-based 2.4 GHz solutions. Some modules are based on ARM application processors and integrate security features, operating systems such as embedded Linux, and development tools for building edge applications and integrating with cloud platforms.
On the software side, Digi provides device and network management platforms (network and device management) that allow centralized configuration, firmware updates, monitoring, and alerting for large fleets of field devices. These platforms typically use secure protocols such as HTTPS, Secure Shell (SSH), and VPN tunnels, and are accessed via web dashboards and APIs for integration into IT operations systems. Capabilities often include inventory views, status and performance metrics, policy-based configuration, and automation for rollouts across many locations.
Managed services (managed connectivity and networking services) from Digi include monitoring and administration of deployed routers and IoT endpoints, lifecycle management, and support for compliance and security policies. Enterprises with distributed sites, such as retail, financial services, and logistics, use these services to standardize WAN and IoT connectivity across locations without building large in-house network operations for edge hardware.
In marketplace and taxonomy terms, Digi International aligns with categories including industrial and enterprise IoT connectivity, cellular routers and gateways, embedded IoT modules, device and network management software, and managed network and IoT services. Its offerings are used to extend IP networks and cloud connectivity to remote assets and locations, while providing central management and security controls suitable for enterprise and institutional deployments.