This whitepaper offers a comprehensive look into the cellular technologies that are driving the Internet of Things. The topics covered include: Sensor-enabled ecosystems; embedded connectivity; original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) services; strategies for reducing Operational Expenditure (OPEX) operating services; eSim; cloud services, including Network Function Virtualization, Application Programming Interfaces, and monitoring and Management Services. It also provides advice for for selecting the right partner for IoT connectivity.