Compared to our ordinary routine of daily trips to the grocery store, the journey of how those purchases get to the shelves is incredibly winding – and one of the key players in getting them to us is freight containers. These unassuming – albeit large – bins play an integral role in the global transportation of a huge variety of goods… Read More…
With over three decades of expertise and millions of field-deployed devices, Sierra Wireless has consistently driven innovation in the cellular technology field. From the pioneering days of 2G to the current 5G era, their family of routers has played a pivotal role, guided by two unwavering principles: delivering ultimate performance… Read More…
Many long-range, affordable wireless sensors are available today that empower users to establish highly efficient Internet of Things (IoT) networks. Leveraging these devices allows organizations to harness cutting-edge wireless technology and automate the seamless exchange of information among independent, internet-enabled… Read More…
When the Department of Water Management in Durham, North Carolina, upgraded the City’s water system to keep pace with population growth, it constructed two new water towers, which collectively store 4.5 million gallons of water. The new equipment within the towers needed to be incorporated into the existing supervisory control and… Read More…
To enhance customer satisfaction and minimize operational expenses, several utility companies are optimizing their field operations by implementing a vehicle-based cellular networking strategy. By centralizing connectivity through a vehicle area network (VAN), these companies hope to cut costs while boosting field productivity… Read More…
Many police departments in the United States are evaluating in-vehicle camera systems to enhance officer safety, improve transparency, and strengthen community trust. For some departments, this means augmenting or improving… Read More…
Maintaining constant network connections is imperative for seamless communication in the fast-paced world of wireless technology. Wireless connections often face challenges such as signal loss due to fading, interference, or moving obstructions. Updates in carrier networks can also lead to devices seemingly vanishing… Read More…
In 2020, solar power accounted for 43% of the newly added electric capacity to the grid, marking the highest proportion in history. This marked the second consecutive year in which solar energy contributed the most to the grid’s generating capacity, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). Recognizing… Read More…
Sierra Wireless was recently informed of eight security vulnerabilities in ALEOS, the operating system used in certain Sierra Wireless AirLink Routers, including the MP70, RV50x, RV55, LX40, LX60 ES450 and GX450. The vulnerabilities are present in ALEOS 4.16 and earlier versions and have been remediated in ALEOS 4.17… Read More…
Despite an awareness of how prevalent security breaches are becoming and how important the security of connected devices is, numerous companies still struggle to implement embedded security effectively or make informed upfront design decisions. The root causes of these issues often lie in a need for more understanding about integrating… Read More…
