
Challenge
Our client, a global leader in AI-powered operator monitoring systems, needed to rapidly scale complex development projects across embedded engineering, data and AI – all while managing costs and accessing scarce specialist talent.
Outcome
Through a flexible staff augmentation model, we delivered expert support across the full development lifecycle – enabling faster innovation, improved operational efficiency and a competitive edge across automotive, aviation and industrial safety markets.
Our client is a specialist in computer vision technology, building advanced AI-powered operator monitoring systems designed to improve transport safety. With a focus on vision-based Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) and Operator Monitoring Solutions, their solutions are used across sectors including automotive, commercial fleets, aviation, rail and off-road industrial vehicles. Their mission is to reduce human error-related accidents by advancing AI-driven safety technologies and integrating these into global transport networks.

The client’s objectives included:
- Enhancing road safety through intelligent monitoring systems
- Expanding integration in the global automotive market
- Improving safety standards in commercial fleet transport
- Advancing operator safety in aviation and rail sectors
- Extending solutions into industrial and off-road applications
- Driving innovation in AI and computer vision
- Achieving global growth and market leadership

As their chosen technology partner, we were able to offer:
- Agility – the ability to scale resources quickly based on project demands
- Expertise – deep experience in embedded engineering and AI technologies
- Reach – strategically placed delivery centres, including Vietnam, close to manufacturing hubs in Singapore and Indonesia
- Coverage – Vietnam supports collaboration during Australian work hours and serves both European and Asian client bases

Our engagement follows a Time and Materials staff augmentation model. Endava has played a key role across the client’s end-to-end product development – including data annotation, data engineering, hardware development, software design, testing, and algorithmic research. We bring domain expertise in scalable architectures, AI systems, and robust validation to ensure quality and speed.
Innovative contributions have included solutions to challenges in:
- Hardware: sensor accuracy, power efficiency and durability
- AI: real-time performance, algorithmic bias and edge-case handling
- Embedded software: low-latency processing, secure OTA updates and cybersecurity

Playing to each other's strengths for business wins
The business benefits for the client have been significant. By leveraging a mix of talent from Endava’s Australian and Vietnamese teams, the client has been able to reduce operating costs across infrastructure and overheads. They have gained fast access to specialised embedded engineering expertise that is not readily available in-house, without committing to long-term investments.
Our management of hiring, onboarding and training removed a considerable administrative burden, saving time and resources. By outsourcing non-core functions, the client has redirected internal focus to strategic priorities. With the ability to scale resources up or down on demand, they have achieved operational flexibility while transferring specific business and compliance risks to us at Endava, as we are better positioned to manage them.
For Endava, this partnership delivers strategic value beyond commercial success. Working with a cutting-edge automotive AI client has positioned us firmly within an innovation-driven and high-growth sector, reinforcing our relevance in adjacent markets such as mobility and safety technology. Our teams have gained deep technical experience in applied AI, embedded systems and real-time computer vision – enhancing our internal capability. This engagement has allowed us to build a strong portfolio of case studies and IP, strengthening our credentials for future opportunities. It also ensures a stable, long-term revenue stream and high utilisation of specialised talent, supporting growth and profitability.
As trust continues to grow, there is scope to expand the relationship into adjacent areas like synthetic data, UX, service operations and programme management. The association with a respected, forward-looking client further enhances our brand profile while providing our consultants with technically rewarding, future-focused development opportunities.
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