Communication

Driving More Honest Discussions in IoT

The Automation industry is adapting to digital problem-solving through open dialogue, peer-to-peer communication, and being present with customers and colleagues. To promote more authenticity and customer-centricity, it is important to be part of the conversation and show up with good intentions. Community building is essential for success, and the industry can learn from…

Discovering the SmartSky User Experience

Hear a user experience with the remarkable system with low latency and high bandwidth. They were able to accomplish all their tasks without any issues. People interested in this technology desire the ability to have meetings in the sky, and this system makes that possible.

Episode 1 – The Next Evolution in Aviation Connectivity

SmartSky Networks is revolutionizing the in-flight experience by providing reliable connectivity at 35,000 feet. Their mission is to ensure that passengers can work, stream movies, and stay connected while in the air. The company’s comprehensive approach to connectivity sets it apart, utilizing an unlicensed band for consistent and low-latency connections. With the post-pandemic resurgence of…

The Future of In-Flight Connectivity: SmartSky’s Presence at Gulfstream Suppliers and Operators Conference 2022

Check out SmartSky at the Gulfstream Suppliers and Operators Conference.

How Does it Work? – The STC Process

Installing SmartSky on an aircraft is an exciting opportunity. It is all about ensuring the best experience for the customer, and being among the first to have the system on board provides numerous benefits, and the goal is to make the installation seamless. Collaboration with dealers and operators is crucial during this process, especially when…

In-Flight Connectivity Unplugged: Customer Insights from Flight Interviews

Users share their experience of using in-flight connectivity on an aircraft. They express their delight at being able to FaceTime multiple family members without any lag, hesitation, or blurring of the screen. The seamless experience leaves them in awe. They emphasize that WiFi access is a crucial requirement for operators and customers, who become upset…

Enhancing In-Flight Communication

Hear a recent passenger describe their experience using various online platforms during a flight. From using Facebook, watching videos on YouTube and LinkedIn, briefly accessing Hulu, to making a FaceTime call with their son, they emphasize the importance of speed and low latency in their online activities. They find the ability to stay connected with…

Interaction to Satisfaction: Why customer engagement matters now more than ever

Finding key engagements to develop and strengthen the relationship with your customers is vital to building a successful and reputable business. Host of Fiberside Chat, Tyler Kern, welcomed guests Ashlee Hornbuckle, Marketing Manager at 3-GIS, and Steve Seagraves, Instructional Designer at 3-GIS, to discuss setting customer-centric initiatives. “In this industry, I would say the majority…

Two competing industry visionaries join forces to tackle telecom’s biggest challenge

Despite the astounding advances in technology the last 30 years, geospatial data and quality in telecommunications has not improved. Why is this? Tom Counts, president and CEO of 3-GIS, and Peter Batty, chief research officer of SSP Innovations, sat down with Host Daniel Litwin to dive into this phenomenon. This data is essential because…

Consider APIs as part of your fiber network management strategy

Guests Michael Measels, Vice President of Product Management at 3-GIS, and Matt Sherrod GTM Americas Service Provider, from Blue Planet, joined Host Hilary Kennedy to discuss customers’ desired shift from traditional models of fiber network management to open systems. The desire for openness is driven by its ability to deliver complex services faster, generate…

Does 5G Really Need Fiber to Thrive?

Key Points: Fiber is more reliable and can carry the signal over longer distances compared to other technologies. Fiber enables symmetrical download speeds and upload speeds and has unlimited information carrying capacity. If the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is passed by Congress, the broadband industry will receive a $65 billion investment. Commentary: There…

Enabling Enterprise Voice in Zoom and Microsoft Teams

The past year has forced enterprises to find new ways to connect and collaborate, and solutions like Microsoft Teams and Zoom have stepped to the forefront to help them do just that. However, now that reopening has commenced and the future of work is becoming clearer, it’s critical that organizations shore up their capabilities…

Prevenga fraude en su red con análisis de comportamiento.

Nuevas tecnologías necesitan nuevas formas de proteger los medios de comunicación ante las diversas amenazas a las redes. Con varias industrias en plena transición digital, la seguridad de las redes esta en la mente de los decisorios y profesionales de IT. Pero para mantener un nivel de calidad para la seguridad de las redes,…

How to Tackle Common Challenges in the Telecommunications Industry

There are a lot of common challenges in the telecommunications industry revolving around managing physical network assets. Digging into these issues and potential solutions on this episode of Fiberside Chat, a 3-GIS Podcast, host Courtney Echerd gained insights from Jerry Golden, Sr. Vice President and Co-Founder, 3-GIS, Jeff Davis, HDD Product Marketing Manager, Ditch Witch…

Introducing Ribbon’s Tactical Edge Communications Solution

In a military setting, tactical edge means the last mile of a battlefield environment. And it’s no secret that Ribbon Communications’ latest solution is a perfect system for the military in those critical environments where reliable communications are not easy to deploy. Greg Zweig, Ribbon’s Director of Solutions Marketing, talked through this exciting new offering…

How IO Link Is Paving the Way for IIOT Advancements

IO Link industrial communication technology is growing rapidly as a point-to-point communication system for delivering device data. Host Hilary Kennedy welcomed guest Tim Graham, Product Manager at Schneider Packaging Equipment, to discuss how this technology is changing industries and bringing greater efficiency to operations. Before taking on his role as product manager, Graham worked for…

T-Mobile CEO Claims to be “Two Years Ahead of Competitors” in 5G Race

US cell networks are currently in a race to lay claim to the 5G spectrum and drive value for their customers. T-Mobile US President and CEO Mike Sievert claims to be in the lead of the 5G race, and feels confident about the future of the carrier. Watch below to see Sievert discuss the wireless…

How Will 5G Support Growing Needs in Telehealth and Emergency Services?

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

Bringing Lessons from the Blue Angels into the Corporate World

Bringing together leaders, lawmakers and lawbreakers. Host Luke Fox explores how innovations in business and technology are redefining our trust in security measures.   Trust isn’t tangible. Like any feeling, it’s something that happens in relationships and interactions. Without trust, teams fail. So, how can organizations build high-trust teams? Captain George Dom USN (Ret) joined The Trust Revolution host…

Exploring the Expansion of 5G Networks into Space

For defense contractor Lockheed Martin, space represents valuable terrain, a frontier with infinite possibilities. Recently, the defense contractor announced a partnership with satellite start-up Omnispace. Their mission: To develop a network of 5G infrastructure in space. This groundbreaking operation poses multiple questions. What drivers are behind the partners’ decision to make space the place for…

How the “Father of Modern Time” Helped Build the Internet

Bringing together leaders, lawmakers and lawbreakers. Host Luke Fox explores how innovations in business and technology are redefining our trust in security measures.   There are many components of trust throughout the internet, and most people don’t realize how far those layers of trust go back. The Trust Revolution looked backward to the internet’s early days and…

Nokia Announces 5 Year Deal with AT&T for 5G Services

In a deal that will see customers benefit from additional 5G capacity towards the end of 2021, Nokia has announced it has signed a five-year deal with AT&T to expand the mobile operator’s C-Band network in parts of the US. Extending 5G in C-Band spectrum with Nokia will allow AT&T to provide 5G services to…

Clothing Retailers Fighting a Tremendous Supply and Demand Imbalance

Worldwide, unsold clothing stockpiles are skyrocketing. In fact, McKinsey estimates that the worldwide supply of unsold clothing is valued at anywhere from $168-$192 billion, a staggering figure that’s around double the normal levels. This backlog was largely spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, adding to the variety of stressors retailers are already trying to navigate as…

T-Mobile Bets on New Remote Work Standard

Remote work has become the norm over the past year, but reopening is on the horizon. With workers flocking back to offices sooner rather than later, will remote work stick around, or was it mostly a passing trend? On this MarketScale Industry Update, host Hilary Kennedy tackled that loaded question.   A recent study by…

Applications of Ribbon’s IT and Optical Network: Oil & Gas and Rail Industries with Sam Lisle

Critical infrastructure operators are facing new and emerging challenges regarding networking. For many, that means transitioning from legacy systems, providing greater security, and digitization. Those in the Oil & Gas and Rail industries are keenly aware of these issues. Providing insight on how these industries are evolving and the solutions available is Sam Lisle, Ribbon…

How IoT & AI Solutions are Supporting Projects at Scale: In the Cloud

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week two new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you,…

The Shift in Workplace Communication

One of the biggest challenges we’ve all faced in light of COVID-19, is a rapid transition from active to passive communication, especially in the workplace. When passive communication occurs, such as an email or text message, the recipient reads it, reacts to it, and then chooses to communicate or not by responding or ignoring…

What Does the Digital Transformation Mean for Your Organization?

On this episode of The Suite Spot, a fireside chat about all topics IT and OT, hosts Howard Holton, Carlos Vargas and Paul Lewis dive into the “marketing magic decoder ring.” That’s a fancy way to say that marketing lingo, particularly during a time when the way companies are buying and operating, should be broken…

What Can Comedians Teach Business Leaders About Presentations?

We all need a good laugh from time to time, especially when life feels heavy or a social interaction gets tense. The hosts of The Suite Spot recently observed that two of their favorite comedians can provide more than just a couple laughs. They can actually give quite a bit of insight into how…

Unwrapped: Why Advances in IoT Will Change Vending and Foodservice Forever

Internet-connected devices have changed almost every industry, but their influence has been slow to reach vending and foodservice. That’s changing now, with the vending industry deploying many IoT devices and changing the future of vending forever. “I look at it as the connection between man and machine and what we do with it to…