Microsoft is offering three labs to help companies build internet-connected hardware. The aim of the labs is to shave months off companies’ development timeline. Microsoft also provides help with configuring its cloud services for use with the hardware developed in the labs. The labs include machines that can help with rapid prototyping of hardware, including the design and testing of printed circuit boards. Microsoft doesnt charge for a visit to the labs, but the company does handpick the teams that get to participate.”]