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Kontron AG is an Austrian multinational company specializing in Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and embedded computing technologies. Its core business encompasses the design and manufacture of hardware and software products, including embedded systems, motherboards, computer-on-modules, industrial PCs, and IoT software solutions. Founded in 1959 by Branco Weiss, the company has evolved to focus on IoT and Industry 4.0 applications across various sectors such as industrial automation, medical technology, public transport, telecommunications, and smart energy. Headquartered in Linz, Austria, Kontron operates in over 20 countries worldwide. The company's strategic positioning emphasizes providing comprehensive IoT solutions that integrate hardware, software, and services, enabling clients to achieve digital transformation and operational efficiency.

Incorporated in 1911, International Business Machines, or IBM, is one of the oldest technology companies in the world. It provides software, IT consulting services, and hardware to help business customers modernize their technology workflows. IBM operates in 175 countries and employs approximately 300,000 people. The company has a robust roster of business partners to service its clients, which includes 95% of all Fortune 500 companies. IBM's products, including Red Hat, watsonx, and mainframes, handle some of the world's most important data workloads in areas like finance and retail.