Wearable
Technology Solutions
The number of companies introducing wireless technology into consumer products is increasing rapidly. While the wearable technology market is still a relatively young one, there is no denying it’s one of the next big things in consumer electronics and convergent goods.
While the opportunity is significant, technology providers, manufacturers / brands and retailers are confronted with new challenges. In addition to the standard chemical, safety and regulatory compliance and quality concerns, manufacturers and retailers of wearable technology must also consider data security, application performance, wireless conformance, and interoperability.
Partnering with a knowledgeable technology and compliance expert such as Bureau Veritas is a critical success factor being adopted by many companies
Leveraging Bureau Veritas’ leadership in compliance, performance and wireless testing, chemical management, as well as information quality, connectivity & security services, we are able to offer manufacturers and retailers of wearable technology a full solution to ensure that your products live up to the diverse requirements of a smarter world.
Our Wearable Technology Solution aligns a unique team of labs and knowledge located globally – each with deep knowledge and experience in performance, compliance and security.
Product Scope:
Case Study
W-Band: Plastic wearable bracelet with smart technology embedded
Business Challenge
■ Client wants to evaluate the performance and reliability of the smart technology embedded in their plastic bracelet, under a variety of physical and environmental conditions.
■ Client also concerned with potential adverse human reaction when bracelet comes in contact with skin.
Solution
■ Bureau Veritas determined a series of tests related to performance, reliability, safety, use and misuse.
■ Toxicological Risk Assessments were performed to identify any adverse physical reactions and potential health implications.
Benefits
■ Mitigate risk by proactively reducing risk of allergenic reactions, performance issues and customer concerns.
■ Protect client’s brand and reputation.
BENEFITS
● Comply with new information and traditional product compliance / performance requirements
● Manage risk of returns and recalls from hazardous chemicals or performance issues
● Identify product selling features and benefits by target market
● Stay ahead of regulatory and technology developments
● Monitor and improve supply chain
WHY CHOOSE BUREAU VERITAS?
As a leader in the wireless / smart world space, we have been an active player in the testing of wearable devices / wearable technology for many years assessing wireless, chemical, quality and EMC performance / compliance. However, the increasingly ubiquitous nature of wireless converging with products such as footwear, textiles, watches, jewelry and bracelets brings a whole host of opportunities, but also challenges in terms of performance and compliance, as well as data security.
Our unique approach embracing best in class services such as wireless and chemical testing, app testing and consumer panel evaluations, all available worldwide, helps support this exciting market place in overcoming these challenges.