Krishworks: Innovating at the Edge of IoT
https://www.linkedin.com/company/krishworks-technology-innovations/
In this interview, we explore their journey, approach to innovation, and the role IoT plays in solving pressing challenges on the ground.
1. Can you share the journey behind the founding of Krishworks Technology Innovations? What inspired you to focus on Embedded IoT development?
Krishworks Technology Innovations began as a team of engineers passionate about solving complex technical challenges in embedded systems and secure networking. Our early work with India’s DRDO and the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, particularly in indigenous processor development and hardware-encrypted network cards, laid a solid foundation in deep-tech and embedded engineering. These experiences naturally guided us toward Embedded IoT—a field where secure, reliable, and scalable systems meet real-world impact. The motivation was simple: build solutions that are both technologically robust and socially relevant. For more details visit our website: www.krishworkstech.com.
2. How do you differentiate your IoT solutions from other players in the market?
We differentiate ourselves by delivering deeply customizable, security-first IoT solutions, unlike off-the-shelf alternatives. Our expertise spans full-stack development — from custom PCB design, device drivers, and firmware, to cloud integration and mobile/web interfaces — all tailored specifically for the application.
Our edge gateway solutions leverage powerful platforms like Dusun (Rockchip), Raspberry Pi CM4, Intel NUC, and Compulab (NXP), running Embedded Linux built with Yocto or Buildroot. We provide custom Linux porting, including U-Boot, bootloaders, kernel, device drivers, and ramdisk, ensuring complete control over the stack.
These gateways support robust Secure Boot, Verified Boot, DM-Verity, and Root File System Encryption for tamper-proof firmware and trusted boot processes. Our gateways and routers solutions work with Dell, Intel NUC, Compulab, Raspberry Pi (CM4, Zero 2W, Pico), Dusun, Laird, and Rock Pi Series, all designed to interface seamlessly with various sensors — from accelerometers, magnetometers, gyroscopes, heart rate sensors (Polar OH1+, H10), and IR temp sensors (Melexis), to capacitive touch, LCDs, cameras, audio devices, and RFID readers.
We implement advanced security measures such as Hardware Security Modules (Microchip ATECC608), eFuses, and OTP (One Time Programmable) NV Memory to store cryptographic keys securely. A/B updates are supported through Mender or RAUC, enabling secure, seamless OTA/FOTA rollouts.
Our multi-protocol & IoT mesh node expertise includes LoRaWAN, Zigbee, Z-Wave, BLE, WiFi, UWB, and NFC, ensuring we can meet any industrial, consumer, or healthcare use case with encrypted, authenticated communication flows. We support serial communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, 1-Wire, SWI, RS232, RS485, and ModBus, as well as CAN/BUS, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR Classic, USB, TCP/IP, and file systems like SPIFFS, FAT32, PS-RAM, and SD-Card.
On the microcontroller side, we specialize in platforms such as ESP32 (ESP-IDF, ESP-ADF, Amazon FreeRTOS), STM32, Nordic, SiLabs (BG series), NXP, Texas Instruments, Microchip PIC, and the Tensilica Xtensa LX6 microprocessor.
For device-to-cloud communication, we support HTTPS, MQTT, and WebSockets, and integrate with major cloud platforms like Google IoT Core, AWS IoT Core, Azure IoT Hub, and Azure Event Hub, including features like Over-the-Air secure firmware updates, AWS Greengrass, Azure Key Management, and CVM (Certificate Vending Machines).
Finally, our solutions are built with compliance and fleet security in mind, including standards such as HIPAA, ensuring safety and reliability at scale. We also support ecosystems like Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, and Matter/Thread for broader smart home and industrial interoperability.
In short, we offer end-to-end IoT development built from the ground up with security, customization, and scalability at the core — across hardware, firmware, and cloud.
3. Your company specializes in scalable IoT solutions. Can you elaborate on the key technical challenges and innovations involved in making IoT systems scalable?
Scalability in IoT isn’t just about adding more devices — it’s about managing complexity securely and efficiently, especially when working with Embedded Linux systems on edge gateways.
Our architecture ensures that each device, whether based on ESP32, STM32, or a Linux-powered gateway, supports:
● A/B firmware updates via Mender/RAUC
● Remote diagnostics and telemetry
● Device mapper verity (DM-Verity) and RootFS encryption
● Secure Boot and device hardening
For cloud scalability, we leverage Azure IoT Hub, AWS IoT Core, and MQTT over TLS with robust CVM (Certificate Vending Machine) provisioning for secure onboarding.
We also manage secure edge-to-cloud communication with features like Disk Encryption, HSM integration, and eFuses for immutable flags, ensuring resilience against tampering and cyberattacks.
From a development standpoint, our use of Buildroot and Yocto allows us to maintain lean, customized Embedded Linux distros, reducing attack surfaces while maintaining high performance. This is key in scaling secure and compliant solutions across thousands of devices.
4. With Industrial IoT (IIoT) growing rapidly, what are some key use cases where Krishworks Technologies has made a significant impact?
We’ve contributed to several impactful IIoT use cases:
● Custody Protect: An IoT-based prisoner monitoring system used in the USA, combining health tracking and secure geo-fencing with LoRaWAN, UWB, and BLE Mesh.
● Life Smarter: A smart home security gateway with real-time intrusion detection and emergency dispatch, integrating multiple wireless protocols and encrypted comms.
● Device Thread: An enterprise network management system with intelligent bandwidth control and local server orchestration for smart TVs and other endpoints.
●Smart Home Project: Deployed 30K+ units for leakage detection across USA and Canada.
For More about project details and Capabilities, refer to the links below:
● Krishworks IoT Deck ● Krishworks Capability Deck
These projects reflect our strength in multi-sensor integration, edge security, and real-time data processing.
5. Many companies struggle with moving from Proof of Concept (PoC) to full-scale deployment. How do you support clients in this transition?
We act as both a technical partner and deployment strategist, helping clients:
● Optimize hardware for mass production
● Build OTA update systems for lifecycle management
● Set up monitoring dashboards for large-scale device tracking
● Provide documentation and training for field teams
● Ensure regulatory compliance and certifications
Our PoC-to-production pipeline has been tested across sectors from law enforcement to consumer electronics.
6. How does Krishworks Technologies ensure security in its firmware and cloud solutions amidst growing IoT cybersecurity threats, and what strategies do you employ to enhance energy efficiency, particularly for battery-operated devices?
Security strategies:
● TLS/SSL for all cloud interactions
● Hardware Security Modules (HSM) for sensitive key storage
● Firewalling and IP-based access control at the edge
Energy efficiency:
● CPU clock switching with power modes for energy saving
● Smart scheduling of radio communications
● Efficient battery management with sleep modes support when needed
● Protocol tuning to reduce transmission overhead (e.g., LoRaWAN duty cycles)
7. Are there any upcoming products, solutions, or research areas that you are particularly excited about?
Yes, we are actively exploring:
● Next-gen Edge AI Gateways capable of on-device ML inference
● Zero Trust-based IoT security stacks
● Smart wearables for telemedicine and health monitoring
● Low-Earth Orbit (LEO)-enabled IoT systems for remote connectivity
● Voice-activated IoT interfaces for accessibility in smart homes
These initiatives build on our core strengths in hardware-software co-design and security.
8. What advice would you give to companies looking to integrate IoT and AI/ML into their operations?
● Start with a measurable problem—not just the hype.
● Think security-first, especially in industries like healthcare and defense.
● Choose platforms that allow easy OTA and lifecycle management.
● Don’t ignore the edge—latency, bandwidth, and privacy often demand localized intelligence.
● Involve your operations teams early to streamline adoption and reduce friction.
9. Can you share any specific success stories or case studies that demonstrate the significant impact of Krishworks Technology Innovations on industries?
●Custody Protect: is in use across several U.S. law enforcement agencies, helping automate health monitoring and compliance in real-time.
● Serein: our SaaS platform for corporate PoSH training, supports 300+ MNCs including Siemens, Coca-Cola, and Flipkart, improving compliance efficiency with SCORM integration.
● Life Smarter: empowers residential clients with real-time, secure home automation, combining multiple wireless protocols with automated emergency services.
● Smart Home Project: Deployed 30K+ units for leakage detection across USA and Canada.
●Device Thread: serves enterprise clients managing bandwidth, Smart TV access, and local content hosting securely—ideal for hotels and training centers.
10. What key trends and challenges do you anticipate shaping the future of your industry, and how is Krishworks Technology Innovations preparing to address them?
Key Trends:
● Rise of AI at the edge
● Need for privacy-focused design
● Proliferation of multi-protocol smart gateways
● Importance of regulatory compliance in IoT (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
● Increased demand for modular and interoperable systems
How we’re preparing:
● Developing AI-ready embedded platforms
● Enhancing support for secure OTA and lifecycle management
● Investing in research on quantum-safe cryptography
● Building interoperable SDKs to accelerate partner development
