Multi-Location Franchise Connectivity Solutions

Multi-Location Franchise Connectivity Solutions

Jesse HallCradlepoint, MCA News

As one of the original and largest franchisees of a national sandwich chain, this organization has been serving fresh sandwiches for over 45 years. With over 100 locations, maintaining reliable network connectivity across all stores is crucial. To stay ahead in a competitive retail landscape, the company faced the challenge of upgrading its network infrastructure… Read More…

Selecting the Right Antennas for Mobile Applications

Mobile Antenna Selection

Jesse HallMCA News, Mobile Mark, Sierra Wireless

Selecting the right antenna for mobile applications in law enforcement, public transportation, and emergency response is complex but essential. You can ensure reliable communication in any environment by considering factors like antenna gain, ground plane dependency, MIMO technology, and proper placement. Investing in the right antenna can enhance connectivity… Read More…

Combining Satellite and 5G for Mission-Critical Success

Combining Satellite and 5G for Mission-Critical Success

Jesse HallMCA News, Sierra Wireless

When it comes to supporting mission-critical operations, seamless communications across diverse geographies and terrains are non-negotiable. Whether it’s first responders racing to an emergency, military units operating in remote areas, or industries managing far-flung operations, reliable communication can be the difference between success and failure…

Preventing Remote Work Security Risks

Preventing Remote Work Security Risks

Jesse HallCradlepoint, MCA News

The office environment has transformed significantly. Nowadays, employees are more likely to enjoy lunch in their backyards than in a sterile breakroom. Instead of enduring bumper-to-bumper traffic, they simply walk down the hallway from their bedroom to their home office. According to Upwork, over 32.6 million Americans will be working remotely by 2025… Read More…

Modernizing Mass Transit with Remote Connectivity Solutions

Modernizing Mass Transit with Remote Connectivity Solutions

Jesse HallDigi International, MCA News

Managing a fleet of over 700 buses across 85 routes and thousands of stops, one public transportation authority’s jurisdiction on the West Coast covers more than 500 square miles. Each bus has a Digi cellular router controlled and overseen by Digi Remote Manager®. This technology enables authority managers to utilize real-time computer-aided dispatch… Read More…

RDP Security: Securing Your Remote Access

RDP Security: Securing Your Remote Access

Jesse HallDigi International, MCA News

Many professionals seek to implement the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) as a key component in their industrial environments to enable remote monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting of essential systems like PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA servers. RDP, a network communication protocol developed by Microsoft, allows users to connect remotely to other computers, making it…

FIPS 140-2 Technical Brief

FIPS 140-2 Technical Brief

Jesse HallDigi International, MCA News

FIPS, which stands for Federal Information Processing Standard, is a security standard for software, hardware, and firmware co-sponsored by the U.S. and Canadian governments. Products intended for U.S. and Canadian federal agencies must undergo FIPS 140-2 validation if they handle Sensitive But Unclassified (SBU) information or protected data… Read More…

Wireless Communications for Disaster Relief Agencies

Wireless Communications for Disaster Relief Agencies

Jesse HallCradlepoint, MCA News

Disaster relief agencies operate at the front lines of crisis response, deploying to regions struck by natural disasters, conflicts, and other emergencies. Their mission is multifaceted: to provide immediate relief, support recovery efforts, and mitigate the impact of future disasters. The scope of their work encompasses a broad range of activities from… Read More…

5G Law Enforcement Applications

Mobile 5G Law Enforcement Applications

Jesse HallMCA News, Mobile Mark, Sierra Wireless

Marta is the Chief Technology Officer for a large metropolitan police department. Her primary focus is leveraging technology to ensure officer and citizen safety, while increasing department efficiency, information transparency, and security. With 5G networks coming online across the city, she wants a solution that… Read more…