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Advice on overcoming common PoE challenges
April 15, 2020As many different applications increasingly adopt Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices, such as phones, cameras, lighting, access controls, Ideal Networks offers advice to help IT technicians handle everyday PoE troubleshooting scenarios. “There are clear benefits of PoE for many applications,…
A global approach to security and safety
April 15, 2020A new open platform is set to transform the way security and safety firms operate
Smart cable for smart buildings
March 19, 2020By Carol Oliver The terms “smart” or “intelligent” are synonymous when referring to designing today and tomorrow’s commercial buildings. A smart or intelligent building incorporates ICT-based systems, services and technology to reduce operating costs, optimally utilize space, and improve…
Self-isolation during COVID-19 causes internet infrastructure demand to rise
March 19, 2020With millions bound to their homes due to the pandemic, people are moving most of their activities to the digital space, which has tremendously increased global usage of the internet network.
Meeting stadium cabling challenges
January 29, 2020By Carol Everett Oliver This season, sports fans are focusing on football playoffs, bowl games and championships. High on their list are game tickets, travel plans and hopeful celebrations. Far from their minds are the intricacies of how the games…
Smart buildings and automation in smart cities
January 22, 2020By Gregory Miller Currently, around 55 per cent of the world’s 7.7 billion inhabitants live in urban areas. According to the United Nations, by 2050, this figure will rise to 68 per cent, adding another 2.5 billion people to our…
Increasing efficiency in existing fiber networks
January 6, 2020Digital communications are an important part of the day-to-day lives of many. As they evolve, the infrastructure that supports them has remained stagnant, resulting in a need for more efficient networks. In a recent whitepaper from Cailabs, Is your network…
Upgrading lighting to impactfully lower emissions
December 12, 2019By Luis Ramirez Sustainability is a top priority for companies of all sizes, and today nearly 600 worldwide have formally adopted ambitious science-based targets for lowering emissions. Reducing environmental impact and conserving natural resources aren’t just good publicity, they’re…
Meeting high-power PoE at longer distances
December 2, 2019By Carol Oliver It’s been a year since high-power PoE was defined and ratified by IEEE 802.3bt. So, what has changed in the low-voltage industry and what are the challenges for system designers and contractors when selecting and installing cables…
Wellness support at work no longer considered optional: study
November 29, 2019View Inc. recently announced the results of a survey of Canadian workers, conducted in collaboration with Future Workplace on workplace wellness in Canada and the United States. The study found that the new demographic composition of workforces is requiring employers…
