WE KNOW EMBEDDED SOLUTIONS

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WE KNOW EMBEDDED SOLUTIONS

OUR COMPANY

SCANDINAVIA

TRONDHEIM

bergen kongsberg stavanger

oslo VÄSTERÅS

stockholm

ÖREBRO linköping

gothenburg Copenhagen

lund

GERMANY

ASIA erlangen karlsruhe

FAST FACTS Established: 1986 VISION: A smarter solution starts from inside OPERATING REVENUE 2011: NOK 850 million number of employees: 446 OFFICES: Denmark (1), Germany (2), Norway (8), Sweden (6), China (1) & Taiwan (1) BUSINESS TYPE: Public limited company, listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (ticker: DAT) CERTIFICATIONS ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 OHSAS 18001:2007

SHANGHAI TAIPEI

Data Respons is a full-service, independent technology company and a leading player in the embedded solutions market. at data respons we believe a smarter solution starts from inside. We provide products, consultancy services and embedded solutions at all levels of complexity to OEM companies, system integrators­and vertical product suppliers in a range of market segments such as defence, medical equipment, industrial automation, oil services, maritime, transportation, energy and telecommunications. embedded solutions can be described as the computer brain of a machine, system or industrial­end product, and can be used in a broad range of industrial applications, such as rugged­ control units for military vehicles, graphic monitoring systems for greener train operations­, laser solutions for calculating medical data or fiscal measuring systems for oil and gas. Our presence in Asia ensures quality both in the industrialisation process and the delivery phase, while innovation and development of technological solutions takes place locally with the customers in cooperation with our highly-skilled experts from our offices located in important industrial regions in Scandinavia and Germany. This collaboration makes for an ideal partnership. customers include global companies such as ABB, Kongsberg Group, Ericsson, Raytheon, Saab, Rolls-Royce, FMC Technologies, Hexagon, Laerdal Medical, Schlumberger and Tomra.

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OUR COMPANY

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CLOSE TO THE CUSTOMER Data Respons forms part of the local network in several important industrial regions. This is vital in order to provide customer-relevant skills, services and support as well as developing long-term customer relationships. Being close to the customer and the projects we collaborate on means greater flexibility and speed, which benefits our customers.

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solid industry experience Data Respons has been providing consultancy services as well as developing and delivering embedded solutions to worldleading companies for more than 25 years. This has given us a deep understanding of embedded technology, and, since we work in several major industry sectors, a breadth of expertise that few can match.

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Local innovation – global production Data Respons’ operations ensures an optimal mix of local innovation and cost-effective production. We offer the benefit of a comprehensive Nordic-to-Asian value chain, covering all phases for the development and production of embedded solutions.

Our three business areas enable customers to choose a form of collaboration that suits their needs. solutions

Data Respons develops and delivers custom solutions by combining engineering expertise with standard computer products from leading suppliers. Our goal is to provide smarter solutions and to strengthen our customers’ competitiveness. We are often involved in several phases of the solution’s lifecycle, thus becoming a long-term and strategic partner for our customers.

products

Data Respons has vast and up-to-date knowledge about standard embedded computer products from world-leading partners that covers all relevant industrial standards. Our close contact with many suppliers mean quicker access to products that fit the specifications, expectations and demands of our customers.

services

Data Respons offers more than 450 experienced specialists with a broad range of development expertise from different professional disciplines. Expectations for new functionality and increasing complexity and technological content demand that we can provide high-level engineering services to meet our customers’ needs.

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CLOSE TO THE CUSTOMER

Being close to the customer is necessary in order to provide relevant skills, services and support as well as to develop long-term relationships. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Local engineering and project management experts at short notice „„ Access to Data Respons’ global operations „„ Independent partner „„ Future-oriented, competitive embedded technology „„ Over 25 years of experience

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A challenge for many companies is to meet the demands for faster product development and the implementation of new technology while maintaining a competitive cost structure.

close to the customer Data Respons works closely with our customers, helping them make smart technology choices when a product or system needs to be upgraded or developed.

partnerships A close partnership means that our customers get advice from local engineers and meet people who know their business. At the same time, through our active network, our customers get access to Data Respons’ operations and expertise in Europe and Asia.

collaboration A tight collaboration means that our customers have are assured that the technology that is chosen is future-oriented, provides increased functionality and improves profitability in the long run.

Close partnership means that our customers get advice from local engineers and meet people who know their business. COMPANY PROFILE

CUSTOMISATION

CUSTOM SPECIFICATION

CHOICE OF TECHNOLOGY

EXTREME CONDITIONS

Specifications are based on the environmental conditions under ­ which an embedded solution is ­intended to function, along with form factors and any other requirements with respect to certification.

Given our experience with different industries and technologies, Data Respons can assess existing solutions, propose alternatives, and identify potential cost reductions.

In tough, challenging environments computer equipment must have special qualities in order to function optimally. This is especially important if the system must meet the demands of classification companies.

Data Respons prepares requirement specifications in close cooperation with our customers. „„ Physical size „„ Interfaces „„ Functionality „„ Performance „„ Power demands „„ Regulations „„ Standards „„ Testing „„ Production

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Our comprehensive knowledge of standard products, combined with a solid network and long-term collaboration with partners allow us to be independent in our choice of technology and the products and consultancy services we offer. „„ Operating systems „„ Software architecture „„ Hardware platform „„ Processor architecture „„ Memory and storage „„ Communication and I/O „„ Display and touch screens

Data Respons develops smarter solutions for use in extreme conditions by combining customised hardware and software with embedded computer products from international partners. „„ Humidity „„ Altitude „„ Temperature „„ Vibration „„ Salt spray „„ Shock „„ EMC

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SOLUTIONS

Building smarter embedded solutions can be complex, time-consuming and demanding. That’s why our customers choose Data Respons as a strategic partner. Data Respons works closely with our customers from specification to the delivery of an ­embedded solution. Specifications Specifications may include parameters for conditions such as temperature fluctuations,

WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Reduce time-to-market „„ Carry out cost-effective R&D „„ Local presence „„ Allows you to focus on your own core competence „„ Meet increasing demands for new functionality and complexity

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vibration or humidity. In addition, special adaptations such as form or performance requirements or industry certifications may be required. development The development of embedded solutions is tailored to each individual customer and project. Data Respons can help customers at every stage of design, development and production – from prototype to serial delivery. This demands a system perspective on embedded solutions and knowledge of customised HW/SW development, choice of technology platform and suppliers, preparation of test docu­ mentation and certification of prototypes. Assembly, test and delivery Assembly, test and delivery are part of our operational capabilities. Data Respons has

comprehensive local testing facilities and cooperates closely with major test laboratories, enabling us to test products and solutions according to specific customer needs. We provide our customers with quality assurance, predictability and traceability. We can handle all necessary paperwork in terms of shipping and customs, or ship products directly to the customer or to the end-customer. next generation Next generation is about helping our customers prepare for further development. An embedded solution normally involves a fair number of components from several suppliers, and we keep our customers upto-date with regards to changes, upgrades and end-of-life issues. In addition, we advise on alternative solutions and next generation technology.

Data Respons can help customers at every stage of design, development and production – from prototype to serial delivery. COMPANY PROFILE

SOLUTIONS

specifications

SPECIFICATIONs

„„ Temperature „„ Vibration „„ Moisture „„ Security „„ Form

factor „„ Performance „„ EMC „„ Certification

Development

DEVELOPMENT

„„ Choice

of technology platform of customised HW/SW „„ Choice of supplier „„ Certification of prototype „„ Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) „„ Documentation „„ Project management „„ Development

ASSEMBLY, TEST AND DELIVERY

TEST AND DELIVERY

„„ Efficient and scalable production „„ Customer-specific assembly „„ Local testing facilities „„ Quality

management and certification „„ Customised logistics and sourcing „„ Lifecycle management

NEXT GENERATION

NEXT GENERATION

„„ New

technology design and innovation „„ Midlife upgrade „„ Backwards and forwards compatibility „„ Cost improvements „„ End-Of-Life management „„ Functionality review

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consultancy SERVICES

Data Respons offers highly experienced specialists with a broad range of expertise from different disciplines, covering all vital parts of a development cycle. Using consultants enables our customers to manage resources more easily in projects with varying staffing requirements. At the same time, customers gain access to a vast knowledge and experience platform that contributes to innovative and high-quality solutions.

WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Enables customers to ramp up and down as projects need more or less resources

Knowledge Base Our customers acknowledge that a prime advantage with Data Respons is the knowledge­ -base that our more than 450 specialists have access to. Through our consultants, customers benefit greatly from this collegial network, which is a rich source of knowledge and innovation. We offer resources either as outsourcing or insourcing through our flexible cooperation model. INSOURCING Data Respons strengthens the customer’s development team by making its expertise and experience available in the customer’s own environment.

OUTSOURCING Data Respons develops the customer’s product at our own premises­, and we place our development model, expertise and efficient project management tools at the disposal of the customer. This ensures efficient product development and minimises the risk of errors. STRATEGIC PARTNER As a strategic partner we collaborate closely with our customer. Both parties are focused on achieving common, strategic goals. This means that we also invest time in workshops, brainstorming and business development reviews together with our customers.

„„ Provides local access to a high level of expertise on short notice „„ Ensures innovation and quality

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Our customers acknowledge that a prime advantage with Data Respons is the knowledge­-base that our more than 450 specialists have access to. COMPANY PROFILE

R&D Services

EXPERTISE Project Management „„Quality „„Time „„Technology „„Resources „„Risk and cost „„Configuration management

Analysis & DESIGN „„Requirements specifications „„System breakdown „„System modelling „„Architectural designs

HW Development „„Full/semi-custom design „„Components „„Simulations „„Tests „„Certification

SW Development „„Embedded and real-time platform bring-up „„Application development „„Algorithm development „„Framework development

FPGA Development „„Logic design and verification „„Real-time signal processing „„Cutting-edge technologies „„System-on-chip solutions „„Design verification

Mechanical Development „„Mechatronics „„Rugged design „„Enclosures, IP and environmental protection

test and verification „„Test management „„System and performance tests „„Test system development „„Test processes and system implementation

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products

An independent choice of technology requires a solid network of partners. Data Respons provides state-of-the-art embedded computer products for any application. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Shorter time-to-market „„ Tried-and-tested products for industrial environments „„ Early access to new technology „„ Independent choice of technology „„ Good experience with configuring standard products

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Data Respons has a large and solid network of partners, leading providers of third-party products, platforms and computers from USA, Europe and Asia. These are tried-and tested products of high quality that we deliver to customers, either separately or as elements in embedded solutions. INDEPENDENT & knowledgeable Our comprehensive selection of products and partners allow us to be independent in our choice of technology and the products we offer. Our annual customer survey confirms that Data Respons is extremely knowledgeable about the latest and best products that suit our customers needs.

oriented environment, providing our customers with flexibility, priority and faster time-to-market. We have built up our relations for over a decade, so our partners understand the high-quality demands that our customers have. customisation Working with our customers, Data Respons can help with a solid product specification and then find the components and products to fit the customer’s needs. Product customisation can include everything from profiling the product with the customer’s logo to sourcing mounting possibilities to adding interfaces.

Long-term PARTNERSHIPS Our long-term cooperation with our partners contributes to an efficient and solution COMPANY PROFILE

products

PANEL PC & DISPLAYS

SYSTEMS & PLATFORMS

Data Respons offers a variety of industrial displays and panel PCs for HMI, digital signage solutions, SCADA, industrial automation and POS applications.

Data Respons has a wide selection of embedded computer platforms and systems which can be customised to our customers specific needs.

„„ Tablet PCs

„„ LED backlight

„„ Rugged handheld „„ Panel mount „„ Digital signage

„„ LCD monitors

„„ Industrial box PCs „„ Digital signage

„„ Open frame

„„ NSA

„„ Certified products „„ cPCI platforms

„„ Fanless

„„ Rackmount

„„ POS/HMI touch „„ Full IP65

EMBEDDED BOARDS

Data Respons offers a full range of industrial motherboards, Single Board Computers and Computer-on-Modules for harsh, mobile and mission-critical environments.

„„ VME platforms

STORAGE & MEMORY

Data Respons offers a comprehensive range of world-class industrial-grade memory and storage solutions for embedded/ industrial applications.

„„ AdvancedTCA

„„ CompactPCI

„„ Mini-ITX

„„ SSD

„„ PC/104

„„ VME/VPX

„„ PICMG 1.0/1.3

„„ COM Express

„„ ETX

„„ Qseven

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„„ ATCA platforms

„„ Blades

„„ iSATA

„„ Military SSD

„„ DDR2 / DDR3

„„ USB

„„ CompactFlash

„„ eUSB

„„ IDE / SATA

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kongsberg Seatex

Kongsberg Seatex was developing the next generation sensor platform for their sensor and communication products. The solution was a family of sensor platforms developed in close collaboration with Data Respons.

precision positioning Kongsberg Seatex is a leading international marine electronics manufacturer specialising in the development and production of precision positioning and motion-sensing systems. Kongsberg Seatex is one of the major players in the maritime domain for satellite positioning products. Kongsberg Seatex embraces products for attitude determination of vessels in various types of operation and applications to high level positioning solutions utilising GNSS infrastructure or microwave technology. ALL-IN-ONE-CONTROLLER The new generation sensor platform consist of a dedicated controller that controls interoperability between Seatex’ various sensor

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systems. The platform is based on a computer-on-module with all necessary functionality embedded in one customised carrier board. - One of the success factors of the new sensor platform is that new and existing functionalities are collected into one clean and nearly cable-free carrier board, explains Johan Edlund, Senior Key Account Manager at Data Respons. - Additionally, Data Respons had the most relevant experience with embedded design and maritime solutions to meet this particular project’s requirements, Edlund adds.

Kongsberg Seatex provides solutions for merchant marine, offshore and subsea. Read more about Kongsberg Seatex on: www.km.kongsberg.com/seatex

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Kongsberg seatex

DELIVERIES Sensor Platforms „„Customised carrier board, I/O board and display „„Computer-On-Module with PC functionality „„Multiple isolated serial and analog I/O „„Standard network and I/O interfaces „„FPGA with softcore „„HDLC interface „„1PPS(Pulse-Per-Second) interface „„Drivers and test software „„Modular internal design for easy configuration „„Conduction cooling

MAIN PROJECT TASKS

„„Requirement and specification „„Hardware design „„FPGA design „„Device driver software for Windows, Linux and more „„Environmental pre-qualification and testing „„Production and system test facilities „„Final design review „„Production readiness review „„Documentation

The best of two worlds Data Respons develops embedded solutions in close collaboration with our customers and selected partners starting from specification, design and verification phase and finally industrialisation, production, test and life cycle management. Data Respons has established long-term strategic partnerships with all our suppliers in Asia, a model that has been developed over the past ten years. This collaboration ensures smooth communication between Data Respons, our customers and the Asian partners, so the cultural differences and geographical distances are no longer an issue.

and customers in terms of on-site inspection of prototypes, production and quality on shipments going out from our partners. The Sensor Platform project with Kongsberg Seatex is a very good example of getting the best of two worlds! Specification, development and industrialisation were done locally, and prototypes, volume production and testing at one of our strategic partner’s premises in close collaboration with Kongsberg Seatex and our Asian Operation Center.

WHY ASIA „„Local presence and strategic partnerships reduce turnaround time. „„Access to the primary area for embedded technology in the world. „„Asian high-volume production set-up with a better costbenefit ratio. „„Speed, cost & innovation

– The close integration with our Asian partners into Data Respons’ global embedded development operations gives our customers greater speed to market and better quality, says Kenneth Ragnvaldsen, CEO in Data Respons ASA. Flexibility A new project starts with appointment of project manager and project members, from our local offices and at our offices in Taipei and Shanghai. This gives us greater flexibility to distribute different tasks to the most appropriate project member, in addition to be able to work almost around the clock on a project. Our Asian operation is continuously growing and simplifies our daily work with our partners

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DIFFERENTIAL POSITION SENSORS DPS line of DGPS sensors is developed for applications demanding reliable, accurate and quality-controlled position and velocity. The system has been well-proven and adapted by professional marine and offshore users worldwide. Typical applications include dynamic positioning systems, docking control and high-speed vessels.

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industry sectors

Data Respons has been delivering products, consultancy services and embedded solutions to world-leading companies for over 25 years, giving us an understanding of different market sectors and a breadth of expertise that few can match. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ More than 25 years’ experience in providing smarter solutions for many industrial sectors „„ Cutting-edge expertise through 450 highly skilled engineers „„ Long-term relationships with world-leading companies „„ Over 1,000 successful development projects „„ Delivers innovation, faster time to market, cost improvements and quality

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Customers in different industries are characterised by individual requirements and needs. Based on our experience in major industry sectors, Data Respons understands that each product, service or solution delivered must take into consideration­customer-specific conditions and make necessary adaptations in order to meet customer needs and expectations. Customer requirements Many of Data Respons’ customers have a world-leading position within their industry and offer technologically complex products to end-customers worldwide.

Others may be subject to strict government requirements and regulations which place high demands on production procedures and operational reliability. Servicing a diverse range of customers requires­ indepth industry knowledge and an understanding of the conditions and markets our customers deal with. Data Respons has decades of experience in sectors such as defence, energy, oil services/­maritime, medical, transportation, industrial­automation and telecommunications.

Servicing a diverse range of customers requires­indepth industry knowledge and an understanding of the conditions and markets our customers deal with. COMPANY PROFILE

industry sectors

TELECOM

oil services

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cleantech

Maritime

TRANSPORT transportation

MEDICAL

automation

DEFENCE

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industry sectors

WIRELESS M2M SOLUTIONS FOR PUBLIC Information DisplayS

TELECOM

EXAMPLES OF APPLICATIONS

The telecommunications sector is changing constantly and has to deal with more complex systems, upgrades to next generation systems, shorter timeto-market and shorter product lifecycles.

„„ Infrastructure and system solutions for mobile

WHY DATA RESPONS?

„„ Media gateways, Voice over IP, video stream-

„„ Extensive experience in developing applications for handling of data,

video and voice processing „„ Established engineering knowledge in building applications for existing communication networks „„ Access to standardised telecom HW platforms from leading global suppliers

networks and satellite broadband ing and digital signage „„ High-volume portable accessories for M2M

solutions, music and imaging „„ Secure communication for control of air traffic,

shipping and public transportation

Remote Weapon Stations for military vehicles

DEFENCE Data Respons has extensive know-how of military standards, environmental stress factors and government requirements. Our customers are global and leading companies that supply turn-key systems to various sections of the defence industry and the armed forces throughout the world. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Ability and experience to combine standard industrial products with advanced

custom design solutions, built for harsh environmental conditions „„ World-leading partners providing military specified and ruggedised COTS

products to the defence market „„ Know-how of military standards, environmental stress factors and government requirements

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EXAMPLES OF APPLICATIONS „„ Extreme ruggedised fire control computer

(MIL-STD-810F) for armoured military vehicles „„ Application software for missile systems „„ Safety-critical systems „„ Rugged computers for air control defence „„ High-end video processing and camera

interfaces for image tracking „„ Extreme ruggedised navigation display systems

for navy vessels

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industry sectors

3D machine control for the construction industry

transportation The transportation sector encompasses the automotive industry, railway and sea-going vessels that are built for transporting people and/or cargo. Data Respons possesses extensive experience in developing solutions that live up to tough environment-specific and rugged criteria. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Rugged and tested products suitable for the transportation industry from leading global suppliers „„ One-stop business partner with local operations in Europe „„ Experience with speed, precision and safety as well as GPS/GPRS for positioning, global communication and infotainment „„ Compliance to transportation industry standards

EXAMPLES OF APPLICATIONS „„ System solutions for the control, command and

surveillance of machinery „„ Communication systems for non-disrupted

internet access on trains „„ Electronic fare collection, fleet management

and POS/POI systems „„ Fanless computer and safety-critical SW

solutions for vehicular applications „„ Obstacle-tracking systems for aircrafts „„ Interactive mobile multimedia systems „„ Robust digital signage for public transportation

CONTROL Systems for reverse vending MACHINES

CLEANTECH The cleantech sector includes recycling, renewable energy and green transportation. This industrial market has had enormous growth, reflecting the realities in today’s world. Data Respons has been engaged for in developing products and systems for the cleantech industry for many years. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Technical expertise on high-performance platforms for the cleantech industry „„ Competencies within modular industrial solutions „„ Broad experience with power-saving wireless technology for home/­ industrial control and automatic meter reading „„ Innovative system designs „„ Competitive total solutions

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EXAMPLES OF APPLICATIONS „„ Control systems for reverse vending systems,

waste recognition & sorting „„ Energy-efficient control and management

technology for cleantech/energy sectors „„ System solutions for energy storage and

renewable power „„ Advanced data-collection systems for refuse „„ System for optimising fuel efficiency in public

transportation „„ Mission critical system for renewable energy

production utilities

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industry sectors

CERTIFIED SOLUTIONS FOR WIRELESS MEDICAL applications

MEDICAL Developing devices and systems within the medical and life sciences requires an understanding of and experience in living up to tough criteria on EMC/ ESD designs, as well as certification and documentation in compliance with government regulations. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Certified development process that meets strict medical requirements „„ Necessary competencies and medico-technical experience in-house „„ Know-how of medical-industrial product-development standards „„ Transparent processes and documentation in both development and production

EXAMPLES OF APPLICATIONS „„ Redesign of diagnostic equipment for certification

purposes „„ Control and surveillance of medical devices and

appliances „„ Diagnostic screening of blood and other bodily fluids „„ Wireless medical applications „„ Remote-control training equipment for medical

simulation „„ Development of requirements and test

documentation „„ Modular system solution for scanner application

Remotely operated underwater vehicle

OIL SERVICES Data Respons has cutting-edge expertise in the oil services industry and develops solutions for both topside and subsea systems. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ In-house design expertise „„ Know-how in offshore certification, environmental stress factors and

government requirements „„ Years of experience delivering embedded solutions adapted to

EXAMPLES OF APPLICATIONS „„ SEM/TEM technology „„ WOCS subsystems „„ Down-hole and pipeline inspection tools „„ Flow computers „„ Control and communication systems „„ ROV controllers and sensors „„ Video surveillance and monitoring

offshore working environments to worldwide customers „„ Provides rugged and tested products for the oil services industry

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SCANNING SYSTEMS for THE Food Processing Industry

industrial AUTOMATION Industrial automation demands control systems, robotics and IT to complete tasks in the production of goods and services. Data Respons works closely with customers to further develop current products and solutions or find new ways to streamline and achieve cost improvements. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ Meet the toughest industrial requirements concerning IP65 water- and dust-resistance, shock, vibration and wide-range temperature resistance „„ Customised mechanical design „„ Integration of sensors, devices or machines into an automation system „„ Data Respons’ relevant expertise

EXAMPLES OF APPLICATIONS „„ Intelligent temperature-monitoring alarm and

shutdown control „„ Control systems for robots „„ Data Acquisition (DAQ) and control „„ Reliable Ethernet-based monitoring system „„ Machine vision for industrial automation

CONTROL Systems for NAVIGATING VESSELS

MARITIME Data Respons has cutting-edge expertise in the maritime industry and develops solutions for tough and challenging environments. WHY DATA RESPONS? „„ In-house design expertise „„ Know-how in maritime certification, environmental stress factors and

government requirements „„ Years of experience delivering embedded solutions adapted to

maritime working environments to worldwide customers „„ Provides rugged and tested products for offshore industry

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EXAMPLES OF APPLICATIONS „„ Certified maritime computers and displays „„ Video distribution over ethernet „„ Control systems for broadband at sea „„ Fibre-optical signal distribution „„ Solutions for marine automation and control „„ Video surveillance and monitoring „„ Automated identification systems „„ Sensor reference platforms „„ High-tech vessel stabilisation

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Nordic operations Centre

NORDIC Operation centre: Data Respons’ Nordic Operations Centre has highly experienced personnel at its disposal and all the necessary equipment for testing in accordance to EMC, heat, humidity and vibration requirements.

Data Respons’ operations ensures an optimal mix of costeffective logistics, production, assembly and test. Data Respons offers a comprehensive Nordicto-Asian value chain, covering all phases for the development and production of embedded solutions. Innovation is a joint effort with our customers and the local Data Respons office and the development and production of the solution can take place either in Europe or Asia, depending on our customer’s needs and demands. Data Respons is certified according to the ISO 9001 Quality Standard, and the entire operation complies with this. WORLD CLASS PRODUCTION in asia Data Respons’ Taiwan office is responsible for logistics, project management, quality assurance and sourcing and works daily with our offices in Europe as well as with our Asian partners. Progress on time-critical processes at our Asian partner is monitored by our Taipei office on an hour-by-hour basis to ensure that no issue occurs that would affect our delivery performance. International freight providers

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are used to combine and optimise transportation either by air or sea. A key success factor for Data Respons is that we can deliver the benefits of faster development and production time, reduced cost and access to the latest technology. Our local innovation and world-class production is the major benefit for our customers. Data Respons becomes a stepping stone into Asia for our customers, where our presence ensures an optimal synthesis of local innovation, global production and cost effective logistics. nordic operations centre Data Respons’ Nordic Operations Centre has highly skilled personnel within purchasing, logistics, high level assembly and has all the necessary equipment for testing in accordance to customer functionality, burn-in, and environmental stress screening. Data Respons has made a strategic commitment to enhance its

testing expertise and has introduced automated testing for products and solutions. The Nordic Operations Centre carries out advance testing prior to final shipment to the customer. Testing and traceability is an important part of our total value chain and is vital to our business concept. For low volume and high-complex solutions, the Nordic Operations Centre is setup with capability for our customers together with our Nordic EMS partners to provide a complete production, assembly and test. Service and repairs are provided by skilled technicians in close cooperation with our partners in Asia and Nordic EMS partners. The Nordic Operations Centre also has the expertise and equipment available for development tests and pre-certification tests for consultancy services and customers in other countries. A team of experienced engineers are available to assist for pre-certification tests within sectors such

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Asian operations Centre

Europe or Asia: Development and production of the solution takes place either in Europe or Asia depending on our customer’s needs and demands.

as automotive, consumer, marine, medical, defence, subsea and telecom. “If the systems pass our tests here, it’s a good indication that they will cope with the tests for final certification,” says Ingvild Johansen, OEM Solution Department Manager. ”In the event that a customer’s system fails to pass the tests, Data Respons can provide rapid assistance in identifying the problems as well as access to resources to resolve them”. Expansion in Asia Data Respons has established long-term strategic partnerships with our global partners, primarily located in Asia. The Asian partnership model has been developed over a period of ten years and an important milestone was reached in 2007 when Data Respons opened an office in Taiwan. Data Respons has expanded further into Asia with an office in Shanghai, China. Data Respons’ Shanghai office is located in the Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, one of the most successful industrial areas in Shanghai. Where our Taipei office is focusing on OEM and Partners, the Shanghai office will focus on delivering project support through subcontractors. Both offices play a key role in many of our large-scale solutions deliveries and will continue to be the bridge that connects our local offices to our strategic partners.

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WHY DATA RESPONS? SPEED Local presence and strategic partnerships reduce the overall time-to-market. With over 450 engineers, we can help reach a solution faster. INNOVATION Access to the primary area for embedded technology in the world, highly skilled expertise and working with different industries drives our innovation. QUALITY High-level project management and quality assurance measures, tried-and-tested industrial computer products and the expertise and engineers our customers need ensures top quality. COST IMPROVEMENTS Close and long-term relationships with our customers, partners and Nordic Operations Centre ensure cost savings and an Asian high-volume production set-up provides a better cost-benefit ratio.

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PEOPLE AND CULTURE

PLAY HARD: Sporting activities have always been an important part of Data Respons. There is a long and proud tradition of participating together in sporting events, from biking to bandy.

A tremendous thirst for knowledge, the will to succeed and a burning passion for embedded solutions characterises our employees. OUR VALUES RESPONSIBILITY

Helping colleagues, getting involved, showing enthusiasm and being loyal.

TO PERFORM

Having an underlying will to succeed in everything we do. Desire to acquire new knowledge and exploring new ways to achieve our aim to be the best at what we do.

being GENEROUS

Open-minded, inclusive and learning-based attitude and culture.

HAVING FUN

Crazy, non-standard ideas are valued. A good laugh and a sense of humour bring energy.

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Data Respons has a combination of technology, the best engineering minds in the industry and committed sales teams. Engineers, sales, operations and the administration work closely together, resulting in a customer-focused approach and a strong corporate culture built on shared attitudes and values. We have an experienced, pulsating and creative social environment. Team spirit and a good sense of humour are highly valued qualities. A little madness and wild ideas are part of the innovative environment. Office corridors and development labs are more likely than not buzzing with professional discussions. We share knowledge and initiatives for improvement – both within and outside our own areas of expertise. WORK HARD – PLAY HARD In addition to our professional community, sporting activities and social gatherings have always been an important part of Data Respons. There is a long and proud tradition of participating together in sporting events, from biking to bandy. Data Respons’ offices often have after-work get-togethers and cultural happenings. Our corporate band frequently plays at parties and recruiting events. These activities are based on one of Data Respons’ values – having fun.

humanitarian WORK Since 1998 Data Respons has cooperated with the humanitarian organisation “On Own Feet”, which works with children in war-torn countries. The motto of the organisation is “Helping children help themselves”, with the focus on empowering children to reach their goals. Each year Data Respons sends out hand-drawn Christmas cards the children make. The donated funds are used to support or build health institutions and schools for children.

christmas CARDS: Data Respons sends out hand-drawn cards the children make.

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MAIN OFFICES GROUP HQ Data Respons ASA Sandviksveien 26 NO-1363 Høvik, Norway Tel.: +47 67 11 20 00 [email protected]

DENMARK Data Respons A/S Smedeholm 10 DK-2730 Herlev Tel.: +45 88 32 75 00 [email protected]

GERMANY Data Respons GmbH Amalienbadstr. 41, Bau 53 DE-76227 Karlsruhe Tel.: +49 721 480 887 10 [email protected]

NORWAY Data Respons Norge AS Sandviksveien 26 NO-1363 Høvik Tel.: +47 67 11 20 00 [email protected]

SWEDEN Data Respons AB Jan Stenbecks Torg 17, III SE-164 40 Kista Tel.: +46 8 501 688 00 [email protected]

TAIWAN Data Respons ASA 18F-6 NO. 738, Chung-Cheng Road, Chung-Ho, New Taipei Tel.: +886 2 8226 2150

www.datarespons.com

CHINA Data Respons ASA 300 Fang Chun Rd. Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park Pudong New Area, Shanghai, Tel.: +86 21 51 32 89 88