Accelerating Matter Adoption for a Global Technology Leader
To illustrate how Blaze helps clients embrace Matter, consider a recent project where a leading global technology provider partnered with Blaze to develop a Matter-based smart home ecosystem under an aggressive timeline. The goal was to create a new smart home hub and companion devices that would support Matter from day one. In just 3 months, Blaze delivered a solution that included a Matter-enabled hub (supporting Matter over Wi-Fi and Thread), multiple device types (smart plugs, lights, switches, and sensors), as well as fully integrated apps and a cloud backend.
Challenge:
The client’s requirements were ambitious - the hub needed to not only handle Matter devices, but also bridge legacy Zigbee and Z-Wave accessories into the Matter network. Everything had to work locally and support multi-admin control, plus integrate with Apple, Google, and Amazon’s smart home platforms seamlessly (including voice control via Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant). Achieving all this from scratch within a quarter was a tall order.
Solution:
Blaze assembled a cross-functional team to tackle hardware, firmware, and software in parallel. We customized an existing hub hardware design to run the Matter stack alongside Zigbee/Z-Wave radios, effectively creating a multi-protocol bridge. Our firmware engineers implemented Matter over Thread and Matter over Wi-Fi on the hub, enabling it to speak to new Matter-compliant devices. At the same time, we modified the firmware of select sensor and control devices to support Matter natively (where hardware allowed), and tested interoperability with off-the-shelf Matter devices to ensure broad compatibility. On the software side, Blaze’s developers quickly stood up mobile apps that could commission and control devices across all these protocols, unifying the user experience. We also adjusted the cloud platform to support remote access and monitoring for the Matter devices. Throughout the process, rigorous testing and validation were performed - including multi-admin scenarios (controlling devices from both the client’s app and third-party platforms like Apple Home). Within the 3-month window, the client had a working Matter-based system - a testament to Blaze’s accelerator frameworks and expertise. The end result was a state-of-the-art smart home platform that is fully interoperable, voice-assistant friendly, and backward-compatible with the client’s legacy devices, all delivered in record time.
(This case underscores Blaze Automation’s ability to fast-track Matter integration, even for complex multi-protocol systems. By leveraging our off-the-shelf building blocks and deep knowledge of IoT standards, we helped the client leapfrog into the Matter era with a robust solution.)
Embracing the Future: Call to Action for OEMs and Partners
Matter is not just a buzzword - it’s becoming the foundation of the smart home and IoT ecosystem moving forward. Companies that adopt Matter now position themselves as forward-thinking and customer-centric, offering products that just work in any setting with top-notch security and user experience. The transition, however, can be challenging without the right expertise. This is where Blaze Automation comes in.
If you’re an OEM, device manufacturer, or IoT platform provider looking to enable Matter in your products, now is the time to act. Don’t let integration hurdles slow you down or risk being left behind as the industry converges on this universal standard. Blaze Automation has the engineering talent and end-to-end services to make your Matter journey smooth and efficient – whether it’s updating an existing device line or designing a next-generation Matter product from the ground up. We pride ourselves on being a trusted ODM/OEM partner that can handle everything from firmware development and app integration to cloud services and certification support.
Ready to future-proof your smart devices with Matter?
Get in touch with Blaze Automation to explore how we can accelerate your Matter integration. Let’s collaborate to unlock universal compatibility, enhanced security, and a seamless user experience for your customers – and ultimately, drive the next wave of innovation in the IoT space. Contact us today to jumpstart your Matter-enabled product line and be part of the interoperable future of smart homes.