The concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) involves connecting various objects – such as street lights, drones, smart meters, water treatment systems, electric vehicle chargers, air compressors, and more – through the use of embedded modules, routers, and other edge devices to the internet… Read More…
If you spend time in the IT, OT management, or cybersecurity worlds, you may have heard of the term “single pane of glass.” Simply put, this concept refers to the aggregation of operational and device data into a single dashboard, providing system-wide visibility, automated alerts, remote monitoring and management capabilities, and security monitoring… Read More…
Focusing primarily on exploration and production, one of Pakistan’s largest oil companies operates a network of jet pumps scattered across its concession area, which includes an onshore footprint of more than 10,000 square kilometers and the largest offshore acreage given to any single exploration and production company… Read more…
In the mid-1950s, a single restaurant opened in Atlanta, Georgia. It has since grown to more than 1,900 locations. The company’s distinctive signs are now familiar landmarks along city streets and interstate highways across the United States. The restaurants are located in 25 states and are… Read More…
Ransomware, or malware, is one of the most profitable criminal business models in the history of malicious computer software. 2017 saw over 40,000 attacks per day, with ransomware hiding in over 40 percent of all email spam. In May of 2017, “WannaCry” Ransomware hit 150 countries by accessing employees’ computers… Read More…
One of North America’s largest couriers and logistics companies has the most extensive courier delivery network, processing well over 5.5 million pieces (delivery and pick up) weekly for destinations across North America and globally. From automated solutions to 24-hour pickup and delivery, they provide their customers with the services and customized… Read More…
We are fielding more and more calls from clients looking to have wireless devices be truly wireless. Data goes over the air; we have that part nailed. However, the electricity to power the device comes from a wire stretched to a transformer through the transmission and distribution plant of the electric utility—power is hardwired and dependent on the “grid”… Read More…
Major networks in the U.S. and worldwide are beginning (or finalizing) setting their 2G and 3G networks in favor of 4G long-term evolution (LTE) and 5G technologies. This article contains information regarding the 2G, 3G, and LTE sunset date schedule for major US cellular carriers… Read More…
SD-WAN is an evolving technology, so characterizing an SD-WAN architecture can be difficult. How SD-WAN was defined five years ago, or even two years ago, is not necessarily how it is defined today. In fact, trying to figure out where it’s going to be a year or two from now has become an interesting thought exercise for some technology leaders…Read More…
With technologies rapidly improving and organizations responsible for saving lives and improving patient satisfaction in healthcare, network downtime can be disastrous. Reliable connectivity is more important in healthcare than ever before. Clinical-grade environments are 24/7. More and more healthcare organizations are leveraging… Read More…
