From first AI/IoT introduction workshop to your team to a working PoC in 90–120 days
– with a primary focus on logistics, services, and asset‑heavy businesses such as energy, transportation, warehousing, and cold‑chain infra
i45G helps mid‑market companies design and build AI‑powered, cloud‑native IoT and Industry 4.0 products that create new revenue streams and smarter operations. Engagements start as strategic advisory and naturally extend into PoCs, prototypes, and long‑term product operations with your team.
At i45G, deep technical expertise combined with human insight is used to unlock transformative growth. With over two decades of leading innovation across IoT, embedded systems, Industry 4.0, and AI, Bhagath and the i45G team guide visionary businesses to amplify impact, accelerate time‑to‑market, and build sustainable models for success. Let us guide you through the build‑vs‑buy decision and beyond, maximizing the returns on your investments.
Why i45G?
- Board‑level advisory that translates AI/IoT trends into a focused product and investment roadmap for 50–300M USD companies.
- Trusted partner in build‑vs‑buy decisions, MVP validation, and market‑fit strategies.
- Flexible engagement models aligned to your business goals — advisory, execution, or co‑creation.
- Multi‑domain expertise that combines technology rigor with business and P&L ownership experience.
Who We Serve?
We partner with founders, CEOs, and business unit heads in:
- Industrial and engineering SMEs building new AI/IoT‑enabled products for their customers.
- Logistics and supply‑chain services (3PLs, fleet and yard operators, warehousing and cold‑chain).
- Field and after‑sales services (equipment servicing, utilities, smart infrastructure).
Typical questions addressed include:
- Which AI/IoT bets will actually move your P&L in the next 12–24 months?
- What is the technology maturity level and risks?
- Should you build a platform, buy one, or co‑create with a partner?
- What is the smallest PoC that will convince your board and customers?
- How do you scale from one site or region to many without losing reliability or blowing up costs?
i45G walks this path with you. Our team understands these challenges first‑hand and brings cross‑disciplinary experience to your doorstep.
Our Approach & Value
Strategy & Portfolio Shaping (2–4 weeks)
- Clarify business goals, use‑case portfolio, and success metrics.
- Decide build-vs-buy vs partner for each major bet.
Discovery & PoC Design (4–8 weeks)
- Translate priority use-cases into concrete PoC hypotheses and acceptance criteria.
- Define technical architecture, data requirements, and success metrics per PoC.
Prototype & MVP (8–16 weeks)
- Prototype and build MVPs that validate both technical and business assumptions.
- Run limited‑scope pilots in one region, lane, or customer segment to generate hard data.
Productization & Operations (ongoing)
- Turn successful pilots into scalable products or internal platforms.
- Set up governance and SRE/DevOps for IoT, and establish a roadmap your in‑house team can own over time.
About Us
Bhagath Singh Karunakaran, founder and Chief Consultant, has close to 25 years of leadership experience in deep‑tech projects. As a first‑generation entrepreneur, he bootstrapped and led an Embedded/IoT/Industry 4.0 company with an open‑source business model for 15 years, managing all aspects of its P&L solely through customer revenue, without external funding. Combining deep technical expertise with strategic business acumen, he guides organizations through digital transformation and innovation. His global collaborations span semiconductor vendors, industrial automation suppliers, and end‑users across North America, Europe, and India.
Subject Matter Expertise
Technical Expertise
- AI‑driven IoT platforms for asset tracking, fleet visibility, and remote condition monitoring, including edge computing on Linux devices and secure cloud integration.
- Cloud‑native architectures using standardized information models, event streaming, and APIs to expose capabilities to customers, partners, and internal systems.
- Industrial‑grade networking, security, and DevOps practices so pilots are production‑ready, not throw‑away experiments.
Business and Strategic Expertise
- Translating AI/IoT opportunities into revenue‑backed business cases, pricing models, and go‑to‑market plans for mid‑market B2B firms.
- Structuring build‑operate‑transfer and co‑creation models that let SMEs access top‑tier product and architecture skills without building large permanent teams.
- Leading cross‑functional, cross‑cultural teams across India, Europe, and North America to deliver complex digital products.
His entrepreneurial journey is marked by award-winning innovations and successful pivots, driving measurable impact.
Our Services
- AI/IoT Product & Platform Strategy
Define the product vision, target users, business model, and technical reference architecture for 1–3 high‑impact AI/IoT bets. - MVP / PoC Design & Delivery
Design and oversee build of PoCs and MVPs that validate real‑world value in 90–120 days, using your existing systems where possible. - Architecture & Vendor Governance
Evaluate vendors and platforms, design integration patterns, and keep architecture aligned with resilience, cost, and security goals. - Build‑Operate‑Transfer for New Products
Stand up a lean product and engineering pod with your team, then transition ownership once KPIs are stable. - Capability Building for AI/IoT
Train internal leaders and teams on AI/IoT product thinking, data strategy, and operating models.
Success Stories
- Our clients predominantly engage us for strategic, innovative consulting where confidentiality and trust are paramount. Due to the sensitive nature of these collaborations, most case studies are private and not publicly shared.
- To support your decision‑making, we provide qualified prospective clients the opportunity to speak directly with existing clients during the advanced stages of the evaluation process. This creates transparency and confidence before commencing any engagement.
- If you would like to explore how our expertise can unlock growth for your business, please reach out to initiate a confidential conversation.
What are we looking out for?
- We seek long‑term partnerships with a select number of businesses to ensure focused, high‑quality outcomes. The preference is to work with leaders who are committed to building durable capabilities, not just short‑term experiments.
- Integrity, transparency, and mutual respect are non‑negotiable — they are the foundations for sustained growth and successful collaboration. With experience spanning 20+ years across continents and industries, i45G brings world‑class expertise with a practical, hands‑on approach.
Let’s Build the Future Together
If you are a small or medium business ready to explore new product horizons and want a trusted partner who understands the technology, business, and human sides of innovation, let’s talk. Use the contact form or schedule a call to start a focused, no‑obligation conversation about your priorities and possible next steps.