USAT and Sierra Wireless Connect Smart Grid Technologies

USAT and Sierra Wireless Connect Smart Grid Technologies

MCA CNS TeamMCA News, Sierra Wireless

Governments and utility companies worldwide are embarking on a journey towards a low-carbon economy, redefining the landscape of power generation and consumption. The traditional power grid is undergoing a groundbreaking revolution, paving the way for the seamless integration of renewable energy sources, addressing escalating… Read More…

The Benefits and Challenges of Cellular Communications in Disaster Situations

MCA CNS TeamMCA News

Cellular communication has revolutionized the way we communicate in disaster relief and management situations. This technology offers many benefits, including real-time communication, quick response, and easy accessibility. However, there are also some challenges that need to be addressed to… Read More…

Tribal Communities to Expand Broadband Infrastructure

MCA CNS TeamCradlepoint, MCA News

The Federal government, as part of its broader connectivity initiatives, has earmarked $3 billion for tribal communities to improve their broadband infrastructure through the Tribal Connectivity Program, which is administered via the NTIA. The NTIA received over 300 grant applications before the application deadline passed in September 2021. Applications are being… Read More…

Connectivity for Smart Parking Applications

Intelligent Parking Connectivity Solutions

Jesse HallCradlepoint, MCA News, Poynting, Verizon

Those managing parking areas need solutions that enable them to maximize the efficiency of operations regardless of whether they manage on-street parking spaces or condensed multi-level car parks. With increasing frequency, they are in search of ways to automate gate controls, expedite payment transactions, improve visitor… Read more…

Solar Powered Gateways Enable Truly Wireless Communications

MCA CNS TeamCradlepoint, Digi International, MCA News, MultiTech, Sierra Wireless

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…

The Ultimate Guide to Smart City Connectivity

MCA CNS TeamCradlepoint, MCA News, Sierra Wireless

Local government is a 24/7 enterprise. Constantly changing dynamics and daily emergencies have always pressured city governments to be agile and cost-efficient. In the digital age, citizens expect cities to respond to their needs and mandates quicker than before, and they want to access city services conveniently — whenever and wherever. Of course, citizens also still expect cities to make the most of their tax dollars… Read More…

Nevada DOT’s M2M Digital Signage Project

MCA CNS TeamMCA News, Poynting, Sierra Wireless

Like many infrastructure providers, the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is continuously developing projects to increase the intelligence of its transportation systems. As part of its transition from analog to digital infrastructure just over a decade ago, NDOT enlisted Las Vegas Electric to expand Nevada’s network of road messaging signs and fiber optic connectivity… Read more…