About NRB Tech
NRB Tech was founded by Nick Brook in 2018 to help companies deliver connected products with confidence. With experience spanning over a decade in IoT and embedded systems, Nick brings deep expertise in firmware development, Bluetooth connectivity, mobile apps, and secure product architecture.
Prior to founding NRB Tech, Nick worked on a wide range of connected products including foot pedal controllers, barcode scanners, medical devices, smart toolboxes, and sensor systems. This breadth of experience across industries and product types informs the practical, reliability-focused approach NRB Tech brings to every engagement.
Development Process
Connected products are inherently unproven—they often create or disrupt categories. The development process reflects this reality by tackling the biggest technical and market risks first.
- Early prototypes focus on proving the concept and identifying technical constraints
- Short development sprints with hands-on prototypes allow for rapid iteration
- Clients can adjust features and direction as the product takes shape
- Risk is reduced incrementally, building confidence that the product will be viable
Sustainable Products
Not every product needs to be smart. NRB Tech only works on projects that deliver clear value to users, businesses, or the environment. Gimmick products with short lifespans are not sustainable—products are designed from the start to be updated in the field, ensuring they continue to work as platforms evolve and can be enhanced over time.
Long-Term Relationships
Client satisfaction drives repeat business. But circumstances change, so there's no attempt to create lock-in. Thorough technical documentation is provided, industry standards are used wherever possible, and vendor lock-in is avoided throughout the product stack.
Security
Connected devices present a significant attack surface. Security vulnerabilities in the early stages of a product can be devastating. NRB Tech takes a security-first approach to connected product development.
- Strong encryption and appropriate authentication mechanisms by default
- Secure boot and update strategies to protect devices throughout their lifecycle
- External penetration testing when the product demands it
NRB Tech is based in the United Kingdom and works with clients across the UK, Europe, and internationally.
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