“MJØLNER’S CONSULTANTS ARE A VALUABLE ADDITION TO OUR TEAM” Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development, Terma
2nd Quarter 2013
EDITORIAL
WE BUILD PARTNERSHIPS This edition of Mjølner UPDATE is devoted to a value that
Finally, we tell the story of how we helped Bankdata make
is fundamental to our way of doing business: partnerships.
money transfers even easier for their customers by implementing the new mobile money transfer technology,
Strong partnerships enable us to help you stay ahead. We
Swipp.
build on existing partnerships by striving to understand all vital aspects of your business.
Best Regards,
It’s really very simple: Your business is our business. Our main goal is to be a valued partner to your company. To earn this right, we work hard to build trust by keeping the channels of communication open and by asking the
Jørgen Lindskov Knudsen, CEO
right questions, even if they are sometimes difficult. We aim to integrate our services in your process and have recently redesigned our organization to better achieve this goal. You can learn more about our new services by visiting our new and highly improved website. In this issue of Mjølner UPDATE, you can read about our strong partnership with Terma where our on-site consultants help bring new knowledge and perspectives to the table. We also present the unique possibilities in low-power interfaces made possible by combining NXP’s MCUs and our own TouchGFX technology.
UPDATE Cover photo: Mads Budde, Terma & Ellen Agerbo, Mjølner
EDITORIAL
WE BUILD PARTNERSHIPS This edition of Mjølner UPDATE is devoted to a value that
Finally, we tell the story of how we helped Bankdata make
is fundamental to our way of doing business: partnerships.
money transfers even easier for their customers by implementing the new mobile money transfer technology,
Strong partnerships enable us to help you stay ahead. We
Swipp.
build on existing partnerships by striving to understand all vital aspects of your business.
Best Regards,
It’s really very simple: Your business is our business. Our main goal is to be a valued partner to your company. To earn this right, we work hard to build trust by keeping the channels of communication open and by asking the
Jørgen Lindskov Knudsen, CEO
right questions, even if they are sometimes difficult. We aim to integrate our services in your process and have recently redesigned our organization to better achieve this goal. You can learn more about our new services by visiting our new and highly improved website. In this issue of Mjølner UPDATE, you can read about our strong partnership with Terma where our on-site consultants help bring new knowledge and perspectives to the table. We also present the unique possibilities in low-power interfaces made possible by combining NXP’s MCUs and our own TouchGFX technology.
UPDATE Cover photo: Mads Budde, Terma & Ellen Agerbo, Mjølner
CASE
TERMA: A STRONG PARTNERSHIP THROUGH SHARED VALUES TERMA AND MJØLNER’S PARTNERSHIP HAS BEEN GOING STRONG FOR SEVEN YEARS. CURRENTLY, EIGHT MJØLNER CONSULTANTS CONSTITUTE A VALUABLE ADDITION TO TERMA’S TEAM.
Mjølner’s consultants are a valuable addition to our team, and have been so from the start. They are competent, qualified and able to apply their skills to challenges within many different areas. – Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development, Terma
Terma: Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development. Mjølner: Alexander Bjerremand Hansen, Software Developer, Christian Stenz, Senior Software Architect & Thomas Leth Andersen, Senior Software Developer.
Strong Partnerships Mean Strong Solutions Devotion to strong partnerships based on mutual trust is a
Terma is an international company headquartered in Den-
key value shared by Terma and Mjølner.
mark and with offices and subsidiaries around the globe.
New Projects with Experienced Consultants
Mjølner’s partnership with Terma is a textbook example of
Through our seven-year partnership, Mjølner’s consultants
our value adding, on-site consultancy service. Our compe-
With a strong presence in the aerospace, defense, and
A strong partnership allows Mjølner to integrate closely
have obtained extensive knowledge about Terma’s organi-
tent consultants help you find the right solutions to fit your
security industries, Terma helps partners and customers
with our partner’s process because it ensures that we have
zation which is continually shared with other project partici-
customers’ needs.
develop and manufacture mission-critical systems.
the knowledge and experience to choose the right people
pants from Mjølner.
with the right competencies for the specific organization. In doing this, a core value is to meet customers’ actual needs and requirements, going beyond strong engineering
In this way, our consultants can quickly get up to speed and This is also the case regarding our collaboration with Terma:
and manufacturing skills.
immerse themselves in the task at hand when Terma starts a new project.
It is important to lay out a detailed and suitable blueprint For Terma, growth and profit maximization are not abstract
for a partnership of this caliber. Asking the right questions
The possibility of using Mjølner consultants that have work-
disciplines, but a solution oriented process that requires
and staying in close contact enables us to do just that.
ed on previous Terma projcts strengthens our ability to con-
highly competent and flexible employees.
– Ellen Agerbo, Cheif Ressource Officer, Mjølner
sider new perspectives of the task at hand, while saving
“
USING MJØLNER CONSULTANTS STRENGTHENS OUR ABILITY TO CONSIDER NEW PERSPECTIVES OF THE TASK AT HAND.
training time when starting up new projects. Mjølner’s consultants fit that description.
– Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development, Terma
Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development, Terma
CASE
TERMA: A STRONG PARTNERSHIP THROUGH SHARED VALUES TERMA AND MJØLNER’S PARTNERSHIP HAS BEEN GOING STRONG FOR SEVEN YEARS. CURRENTLY, EIGHT MJØLNER CONSULTANTS CONSTITUTE A VALUABLE ADDITION TO TERMA’S TEAM.
Mjølner’s consultants are a valuable addition to our team, and have been so from the start. They are competent, qualified and able to apply their skills to challenges within many different areas. – Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development, Terma
Terma: Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development. Mjølner: Alexander Bjerremand Hansen, Software Developer, Christian Stenz, Senior Software Architect & Thomas Leth Andersen, Senior Software Developer.
Strong Partnerships Mean Strong Solutions Devotion to strong partnerships based on mutual trust is a
Terma is an international company headquartered in Den-
key value shared by Terma and Mjølner.
mark and with offices and subsidiaries around the globe.
New Projects with Experienced Consultants
Mjølner’s partnership with Terma is a textbook example of
Through our seven-year partnership, Mjølner’s consultants
our value adding, on-site consultancy service. Our compe-
With a strong presence in the aerospace, defense, and
A strong partnership allows Mjølner to integrate closely
have obtained extensive knowledge about Terma’s organi-
tent consultants help you find the right solutions to fit your
security industries, Terma helps partners and customers
with our partner’s process because it ensures that we have
zation which is continually shared with other project partici-
customers’ needs.
develop and manufacture mission-critical systems.
the knowledge and experience to choose the right people
pants from Mjølner.
with the right competencies for the specific organization. In doing this, a core value is to meet customers’ actual needs and requirements, going beyond strong engineering
In this way, our consultants can quickly get up to speed and This is also the case regarding our collaboration with Terma:
and manufacturing skills.
immerse themselves in the task at hand when Terma starts a new project.
It is important to lay out a detailed and suitable blueprint For Terma, growth and profit maximization are not abstract
for a partnership of this caliber. Asking the right questions
The possibility of using Mjølner consultants that have work-
disciplines, but a solution oriented process that requires
and staying in close contact enables us to do just that.
ed on previous Terma projcts strengthens our ability to con-
highly competent and flexible employees.
– Ellen Agerbo, Cheif Ressource Officer, Mjølner
sider new perspectives of the task at hand, while saving
“
USING MJØLNER CONSULTANTS STRENGTHENS OUR ABILITY TO CONSIDER NEW PERSPECTIVES OF THE TASK AT HAND.
training time when starting up new projects. Mjølner’s consultants fit that description.
– Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development, Terma
Mads Budde, VP of Research & Development, Terma
CASE
NXP & TouchGFX: MAKING OVENS SMART NXP AND MJØLNER ARE INNOVATING THE HOME APPLIANCE EXPERIENCE BY COMBINING TouchGFX AND NXP’S LPC4300 CORTEX-M4 MCU.
The demo oven controller is a combined hardware and soft-
The oven user interface is a showcase of the possibilities NXP
ware solution applicable to a range of products and companies.
and Mjølner bring to the table, both visually and technically.
Getting Quickly from Idea to Product
From Traditional Ovens to Digital Gestures
The merging of NXP’s hardware and Mjølner’s software
To offer the most intuitive user experience possible, we
Mjølner’s widely recognized graphical user interface techno-
enables us to provide the physical MCU, design, develop-
based the interaction on users’ experiences with the well-
logy, TouchGFX, offers a range of possibilities for the home
ment and implementation of a project. This boosts our
known physical dials of traditional ovens, while keeping the
appliance industry. As such, TouchGFX provides a strong
clients’ ability to rapidly go from idea to final product.
digital design simple and elegant.
The new oven user interface is a manifestation of our ability
The result is a revolutionary touch screen device where tem-
The User Interfaces of Smart Ovens
to bring ideas to life quickly, while maintaining the quality
perature and timer are controlled by toggling dials on the
The first output of our partnership is a demo of a smart
and endurance that products need in today’s market.
touch screen in a circular motion.
platform for our partnership with NXP Semiconductors.
user interface for ovens. The combination of NXP’s MCU
Demo Facts
and TouchGFX technology is a perfect match in the effort
We knew that TouchGFX would bring new possibilities to our
to improve everyday interaction with home appliances, as
microcontroller, but the quality and aesthetic appeal of the
Implemented on NXP’s LPC4357, ARM Cortex-M4
final demo was overwhelming.
core with LCD controller and DMA support.
it constitues a cost effective solution. Combining NXP and TouchGFX technology in this oven controller provides the user with an intuitive and engaging experience. Suddenly, we can offer the familiar quality feel
“
WE CAN OFFER THE QUALITY FEEL OF A SMARTPHONE ON LIMITED HARDWARE RESOURCES.
of a smartphone on limited hardware resources. – Cristian Ionescu-Catrina, Application Marketing Manager, White Goods, NXP
Cristian Ionescu-Catrina, Application Marketing Manager, White Goods, NXP
– Henrik Flodell, Tools & Embedded Eco-System Manager, NXP Developed using TouchGFX and designed For further information contact:
and implemented by Mjølner.
Jørgen Mygind, Account Manager
The efficient MCU and revolutionary framework
+45 30 98 41 15
enables high-end graphics on very cost effective
jmy@mjolner.dk
hardware.
CASE
NXP & TouchGFX: MAKING OVENS SMART NXP AND MJØLNER ARE INNOVATING THE HOME APPLIANCE EXPERIENCE BY COMBINING TouchGFX AND NXP’S LPC4300 CORTEX-M4 MCU.
The demo oven controller is a combined hardware and soft-
The oven user interface is a showcase of the possibilities NXP
ware solution applicable to a range of products and companies.
and Mjølner bring to the table, both visually and technically.
Getting Quickly from Idea to Product
From Traditional Ovens to Digital Gestures
The merging of NXP’s hardware and Mjølner’s software
To offer the most intuitive user experience possible, we
Mjølner’s widely recognized graphical user interface techno-
enables us to provide the physical MCU, design, develop-
based the interaction on users’ experiences with the well-
logy, TouchGFX, offers a range of possibilities for the home
ment and implementation of a project. This boosts our
known physical dials of traditional ovens, while keeping the
appliance industry. As such, TouchGFX provides a strong
clients’ ability to rapidly go from idea to final product.
digital design simple and elegant.
The new oven user interface is a manifestation of our ability
The result is a revolutionary touch screen device where tem-
The User Interfaces of Smart Ovens
to bring ideas to life quickly, while maintaining the quality
perature and timer are controlled by toggling dials on the
The first output of our partnership is a demo of a smart
and endurance that products need in today’s market.
touch screen in a circular motion.
platform for our partnership with NXP Semiconductors.
user interface for ovens. The combination of NXP’s MCU
Demo Facts
and TouchGFX technology is a perfect match in the effort
We knew that TouchGFX would bring new possibilities to our
to improve everyday interaction with home appliances, as
microcontroller, but the quality and aesthetic appeal of the
Implemented on NXP’s LPC4357, ARM Cortex-M4
final demo was overwhelming.
core with LCD controller and DMA support.
it constitues a cost effective solution. Combining NXP and TouchGFX technology in this oven controller provides the user with an intuitive and engaging experience. Suddenly, we can offer the familiar quality feel
“
WE CAN OFFER THE QUALITY FEEL OF A SMARTPHONE ON LIMITED HARDWARE RESOURCES.
of a smartphone on limited hardware resources. – Cristian Ionescu-Catrina, Application Marketing Manager, White Goods, NXP
Cristian Ionescu-Catrina, Application Marketing Manager, White Goods, NXP
– Henrik Flodell, Tools & Embedded Eco-System Manager, NXP Developed using TouchGFX and designed For further information contact:
and implemented by Mjølner.
Jørgen Mygind, Account Manager
The efficient MCU and revolutionary framework
+45 30 98 41 15
enables high-end graphics on very cost effective
jmy@mjolner.dk
hardware.
CASE
“
THE QUALITY AND AESTHETIC APPEAL OF THE FINAL DEMO WAS OVERWHELMING. Henrik Flodell, Tools & Embedded Eco-System Manager, NXP
CASE
“
THE QUALITY AND AESTHETIC APPEAL OF THE FINAL DEMO WAS OVERWHELMING. Henrik Flodell, Tools & Embedded Eco-System Manager, NXP
SERVICE
EXPERIENCE OUR NEW SERVICE CATALOGUE EXPLORE THE WORK WE HAVE DONE FOR OUR CLIENTS, READ ABOUT OUR SERVICES, LEARN ABOUT OUR PROCESS, AND FIND INSPIRATION IN OUR THOUGHTS.
Finally, our blog will keep you up to date with our latest activities. Here you can also get inspired by our experts’ thoughts on the ever-expanding technological landscape and the possibilities it brings. We are confident that the new structure and website will
During the latest months, our organization has undergone
help give you a more tangible understanding of what we
significant changes. We have reorganized ourselves in a
can do for you.
structure that makes our services more transparent and our competencies more accessible. To support this organizational change, we have launched a new website that gives our clients the focus they deserve. The site makes it easy for you to experience the services we offer and understand how they create great value for you. You can find inspiring stories about work we have done for both Danish and international clients within a variety of industries.
Visit www.mjolner.dk
SERVICE
EXPERIENCE OUR NEW SERVICE CATALOGUE EXPLORE THE WORK WE HAVE DONE FOR OUR CLIENTS, READ ABOUT OUR SERVICES, LEARN ABOUT OUR PROCESS, AND FIND INSPIRATION IN OUR THOUGHTS.
Finally, our blog will keep you up to date with our latest activities. Here you can also get inspired by our experts’ thoughts on the ever-expanding technological landscape and the possibilities it brings. We are confident that the new structure and website will
During the latest months, our organization has undergone
help give you a more tangible understanding of what we
significant changes. We have reorganized ourselves in a
can do for you.
structure that makes our services more transparent and our competencies more accessible. To support this organizational change, we have launched a new website that gives our clients the focus they deserve. The site makes it easy for you to experience the services we offer and understand how they create great value for you. You can find inspiring stories about work we have done for both Danish and international clients within a variety of industries.
Visit www.mjolner.dk
CASE
STAYING AHEAD IN THE BANKING SECTOR MJØLNER HELPED BANKDATA MAKE MONEY TRANSFERS EVEN EASIER FOR THEIR CUSTOMERS BY IMPLEMENTING SWIPP TECHNOLOGY.
Swipp allows users to easily transfer up to 1500 DKK (200
Bankdata is an IT organization in the Danish banking sector
Meeting a Crucial Deadline
with over 600 employees. They offer IT solutions to an ar-
Swipp is a joint venture between several banks. Mjølner
ray of Danish banks that also constitute the owners of the
was contacted in February to help meet a short but crucial
organization.
deadline.
The successful project of creating more than a dozen home
The release took place this month and was the result of an
banking apps led to a strategic partnership between Bank-
efficient and lean process.
EUR) a day in a way similar to text messaging. Once you have connected your mobile phone number with your bank account, you can transfer money on the fly!
Lars Bruun, Team Leader, Bankdata
data and Mjølner. Mjølner knows our business well. This enables them to not only solve the tasks we give them, but to help us explore new areas that can lead to strategic benefits. – Benny Kristensen, Head of Department, Bankdata
Making Money Transfers Even Easier
“
WE ARE CONTINUALLY IMPRESSED BY MJØLNER’S COMPETENT AND AGILE TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS.
Mjølner was delighted to honor their trust by meeting the
between the companies, Bankdata felt confident that
important deadline. Now, all customers of the Bankdata
Mjølner would deliver fast and effectively.
banks can enjoy the benefits of easier money transfers.
We are continually impressed by Mjølner’s competent and
Learn more at www.swipp.dk
agile team of professionals and had no doubts when choosing them for the project.
The latest result of the partnership is the implementation of the new Swipp technology.
Based on previous experience and the strong partnership
Benny Kristensen, Head of Department, Bankdata
– Benny Kristensen, Head of Department, Bankdata
CASE
STAYING AHEAD IN THE BANKING SECTOR MJØLNER HELPED BANKDATA MAKE MONEY TRANSFERS EVEN EASIER FOR THEIR CUSTOMERS BY IMPLEMENTING SWIPP TECHNOLOGY.
Swipp allows users to easily transfer up to 1500 DKK (200
Bankdata is an IT organization in the Danish banking sector
Meeting a Crucial Deadline
with over 600 employees. They offer IT solutions to an ar-
Swipp is a joint venture between several banks. Mjølner
ray of Danish banks that also constitute the owners of the
was contacted in February to help meet a short but crucial
organization.
deadline.
The successful project of creating more than a dozen home
The release took place this month and was the result of an
banking apps led to a strategic partnership between Bank-
efficient and lean process.
EUR) a day in a way similar to text messaging. Once you have connected your mobile phone number with your bank account, you can transfer money on the fly!
Lars Bruun, Team Leader, Bankdata
data and Mjølner. Mjølner knows our business well. This enables them to not only solve the tasks we give them, but to help us explore new areas that can lead to strategic benefits. – Benny Kristensen, Head of Department, Bankdata
Making Money Transfers Even Easier
“
WE ARE CONTINUALLY IMPRESSED BY MJØLNER’S COMPETENT AND AGILE TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS.
Mjølner was delighted to honor their trust by meeting the
between the companies, Bankdata felt confident that
important deadline. Now, all customers of the Bankdata
Mjølner would deliver fast and effectively.
banks can enjoy the benefits of easier money transfers.
We are continually impressed by Mjølner’s competent and
Learn more at www.swipp.dk
agile team of professionals and had no doubts when choosing them for the project.
The latest result of the partnership is the implementation of the new Swipp technology.
Based on previous experience and the strong partnership
Benny Kristensen, Head of Department, Bankdata
– Benny Kristensen, Head of Department, Bankdata
SEMINAR
EMBEDDED GUI & TouchGFX SEMINAR AUGUST 22nd 2013
08.30
Registration Cortex M-family from EBV Line Card: News, Roadmaps and Tools Challenges and Limitations of Embedded GUIs
EBV ELEKTRONIK AND MJØLNER INVITE YOU TO A FREE SEMINAR ON HOW TO MEET THE INCREASING DEMAND FOR HIGH-END GRAPHICS ON INDUSTRIAL DEVICES.
We explain how to optimize your hardware setup for an
For further information contact:
Introduction to the High Performance
application with stunning graphics and how to integrate graphical development into your embedded projects. Furthermore, you will gain hands-on experience with devel-
TouchGFX Framework Jørgen Mygind, Mjølner
Workshop: Develop your own
+45 30 98 41 15
TouchGFX Application
jmy@mjolner.dk
15.30
oping applications with TouchGFX. At the seminar, you will learn about the challenges of devel-
Q/A - End
Mariann Padkaer, EBV
oping embedded graphical user interfaces for low power and
Register before August 16th 2013
+45 86 75 66 06
low cost MCUs.
at mariann.padkaer@ebv.com
mariann.padkaer@ebv.com
Attendees: GUI Software Developers, Project Managers, etc.
You can also experience the high performance framework TouchGFX which enables high-end graphics on small devices like the ARM Cortex M0, M3, and M4.
Speakers: Jesper Hedegaard Product Manager TouchGFX, Mjølner Søren Snehøj Lead Developer, Mjølner Jim Wealander FAE, EBV
Where: EBV Elektronik, Ved Lunden 10-12, 1st fl, 8230 Åbyhøj
Note: Bring your laptop for the workshop.
SEMINAR
EMBEDDED GUI & TouchGFX SEMINAR AUGUST 22nd 2013
08.30
Registration Cortex M-family from EBV Line Card: News, Roadmaps and Tools Challenges and Limitations of Embedded GUIs
EBV ELEKTRONIK AND MJØLNER INVITE YOU TO A FREE SEMINAR ON HOW TO MEET THE INCREASING DEMAND FOR HIGH-END GRAPHICS ON INDUSTRIAL DEVICES.
We explain how to optimize your hardware setup for an
For further information contact:
Introduction to the High Performance
application with stunning graphics and how to integrate graphical development into your embedded projects. Furthermore, you will gain hands-on experience with devel-
TouchGFX Framework Jørgen Mygind, Mjølner
Workshop: Develop your own
+45 30 98 41 15
TouchGFX Application
jmy@mjolner.dk
15.30
oping applications with TouchGFX. At the seminar, you will learn about the challenges of devel-
Q/A - End
Mariann Padkaer, EBV
oping embedded graphical user interfaces for low power and
Register before August 16th 2013
+45 86 75 66 06
low cost MCUs.
at mariann.padkaer@ebv.com
mariann.padkaer@ebv.com
Attendees: GUI Software Developers, Project Managers, etc.
You can also experience the high performance framework TouchGFX which enables high-end graphics on small devices like the ARM Cortex M0, M3, and M4.
Speakers: Jesper Hedegaard Product Manager TouchGFX, Mjølner Søren Snehøj Lead Developer, Mjølner Jim Wealander FAE, EBV
Where: EBV Elektronik, Ved Lunden 10-12, 1st fl, 8230 Åbyhøj
Note: Bring your laptop for the workshop.
TERMA: A STRONG PARTNERSHIP THROUGH SHARED VALUES NXP & TouchGFX: MAKING OVENS SMART EXPERIENCE OUR NEW SERVICE CATALOGUE STAYING AHEAD IN THE BANKING SECTOR EMBEDDED GUI AND TouchGFX SEMINAR
Mjølner Informatics A/S
Finlandsgade 10, DK-8200 Aarhus N
+45 70 27 43 43
www.mjolner.dk
info@mjolner.dk