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For public safety agencies, the potential impact of AI is still unfolding. But already agencies are finding eye-opening opportunities such as AI-driven voice analytics. We talked to Kinu Masaki, CEO of Voicebrain, and Jonathan Fischer of Ericsson about ways that AI can help make communities safer and emergency response faster.www.cradlepoint.com https://voicebrain.ai/

Network slicing is a groundbreaking capability that allows 5G operators to create multiple virtual networks on a shared infrastructure. We talked with Ana Ossa, senior director of product management at T-Mobile, about the impact that slicing will have on industrial automation, video conferencing, and other real-world applications. www.cradlepoint.com www.t-mobile.com/business/resources/articles/5g-network-slicing 

In enterprise networking, measuring ROI isn’t really “optional.” With so much data available, it’s critical to analyze that data and then actually act upon it — whether you’re evaluating the success of software applications, 5G routers, or anything else. We talked to James Hawk of Ericsson and Nathan McAfee, a principal economic validation analyst for ESG, about setting up for success, calculating ROI, and where many organizations go wrong. www.cradlepoint.com 

Today’s fleet vehicles basically are rolling offices packed with automation, cloud applications, and plentiful data. Join us as we chat with David Isler, CEO of Forward Thinking Systems, about the evolution of fleet technology, AI-powered monitoring, and how cellular connectivity is improving safety and efficiency. www.cradlepoint.com www.ftsgps.com

While the world has been digitally transforming for years, POTS (plain old telephone service) lines have had staying power in scenarios such as fire alarms and elevator call systems. Until now. Reed Perryman, VP of Sales at RCN Technologies, talked with us about the historical importance of POTS lines, why they’re going away, and how businesses are switching to cellular to replace their legacy systems. www.cradlepoint.com https://rcntechnologies.com/pots-line-replacement/

Retail’s digital transformation has been anything but subtle. From customer experience to employee operations, retailers are navigating how this ongoing shift impacts their 2025 plans. We talked with Gerry Grealish of Ericsson and Gabe Goldman, a brand marketing and creative consultant, about the latest tech trends in stores, operations, and the supply chain — and what it all means for companies and their customers.www.cradlepoint.com 

Do cell phones cause cancer? Do they make airplanes crash? Well, no, actually. In this episode, longtime cellular industry leader Lindsay Notwell, CEO of nGen Strategies, helps us address common misconceptions about 5G as we explore cellular’s historic rise, key benefits for businesses, and how it’s driving the future of digital transformation.www.cradlepoint.com 

Candy canes, oranges, and gift cards are swell and all, but your IT team deserves stocking stuffers that speak to their daily pain points. This year, give gifts that keep on giving, such as Cellular Intelligence and AI insights. In this episode, Michelle Obrochta, director of product management for Ericsson NetCloud Manager, talks to us about her favorite stocking stuffers and which innovative management features are keeping Ericsson Enterprise Wireless customers on the “Nice List” this holiday season. www.cradlepoint.com 

The rise of RVs and the desire to go deeper into nature has skyrocketed over the last few years. But along the way, the need to stay connected almost everywhere has also spiked. We chatted with Kunal and Marc from Winnebago to discuss the evolution of their industry, Winnebago Connect, and how they use Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions to provide reliable connectivity and wireless freedom for their customers. www.cradlepoint.comwww.winnebago.com/technology/winnebago-connect

The definition of SD-WAN? Hmmmm. Maybe you had the answer a decade ago, but is it the same answer today? A lot has changed. In this episode, Donna Johnson, head of marketing at Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, chats with us about the evolution of SD-WAN in the modern world of 5G, network slicing, link bonding, zero trust security, and more.www.cradlepoint.com

When Avon Fire and Rescue Service learned that the secondary connection link in its fire stations was being removed, the clock started ticking. Under pressure to find a fast, ultra-resilient replacement, Avon landed on cellular solutions. We chatted with John Craig from Avon and Graham Everington from Ericsson to learn how well cellular has met the agency's needs in these fire stations.www.cradlepoint.com www.avonfire.gov.uk 

Scalable and flexible with a lot of reach? No, not Gumby. We’re talking about cellular connectivity for business purposes. 5G and LTE solutions improve resiliency, agility, and management simplicity, and in this episode, we’re showing you exactly how. Hosts Mauricio and Taylor highlight real-life examples of cellular networking victories in utilities, mining, public safety, and healthcare.  www.cradlepoint.com 

What gets you from point A to point B? If it’s an electric vehicle, chances are you have a love/hate relationship with charging — and charging station manufacturers know it. So, we sat down with KORE Wireless to untangle the challenges of EV adoption centered on charging, and how cellular connectivity aids in uptime, access, and expansion. Listen in and get charged up ⚡️www.cradlepoint.comwww.korewireless.com

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s … the next big thing in hybrid WAN connectivity. LEO satellites are quickly becoming cosmic safety nets, ready to keep your data flowing smoothly even when cellular or wired connections hit a snag. On this episode, SimpleCom VP of Sales Tom Cain and Ericsson Technical Marketing Engineer Tyler Peterson join us to shed light on how satellite connections complement 5G and LTE solutions, and what that means for businesses and agencies.www.cradlepoint.comwww.simplecom.pro

Texting under the table might earn you a seat in detention, but cellular connectivity still plays an essential role in K-12 education, although maybe not how you’d guess. In classrooms, at events, and even on school buses, 5G and LTE drive solutions that keep students and staff safe and connected. Kajeet’s Director of Strategy Gene Ballard and Ericsson’s Senior Sales Engineer David Earp share how cellular networks are closing the digital divide and creating platforms for educational innovation. www.cradlepoint.comwww.kajeet.com

Hitachi Rail upgraded its manufacturing from “smart” to “brilliant.” In Hagerstown, Maryland, the team combined the power of a private 5G network with the versatility and precision of advanced robotics to improve the flow of operations on the factory floor, enable meticulous inspections, and keep workers safe. So, how did they do it? We met with Hitachi America Sr. Manager of IoT and Analytics Joydeep Acharya, Slalom Consulting Managing Director John Tomik, and Ericsson Senior Director of Global Strategic Partnerships Alan Minney to find out.  Slalom Hitachi and Hitachi US Smart Manufacturing with Seamless Connectivity - EricssonSmart Factory Inspections with Private 5G - Ericsson

Coverage maps, performance promises, and a flurry of marketing surrounded the launch of 5G half a decade ago. But has the fifth generation of cellular networking lived up to its claims of greatly improved latency, networking slicing, massive IoT, and more? Join our discussion with James Weaver, a VP of Product Marketing at Ericsson, to find out why the conversations around 5G shouldn’t stagnate just yet. www.cradlepoint.com 

The global agritech market is expected to reach $49 billion by 2031, but it’s not just cattle ranches and vegetable growers sowing seeds in automation. When Metrolina Greenhouses cut the cord in favor of cloud-managed IoT routers to automate processes across 200 acres of greenhouses, production grew. We talked to Metrolina IT Director Mike Brown and Ericsson Sales Engineer Paul Wuerslin about the process and impact of using cellular solutions in agriculture.  www.cradlepoint.com www.metrolinagreenhouses.com  

Remember when working from home was practically unheard of? So much for that. Nearly 22% of the American workforce will be remote by 2025 (Upwork), but what does that mean for the companies that employ them? Daniel Scarberry and Kory Harker from Ericsson discuss the security vulnerabilities of working from your couch and how businesses can keep work-from-home network threats at bay.  www.cradlepoint.com   www.ericsson.com  

Smart factories call for smart decisions, and what could be smarter than futureproofing the business? From building faster connections to enabling smarter machines, private cellular networks are a key building block for modern manufacturers. We sat down with Dan Gregory of StepCG and Matt Addicks of Ericsson to discuss the value of private networks in manufacturing and warehousing, and how customers such as Toyota Materials Handling are reaping the benefits of private 5G. www.ericsson.com/manufacturing 

SASE's value goes far beyond conversation fodder at a CISO dinner party. Different aspects of SASE mean different things to different enterprises depending on their security and performance needs. So, how can companies determine which security components are most important? We met with bestselling security author Ted Harrington and Ericsson's Bruce Johnson to discuss.  Visit cradlepoint.com to learn more.

Outages. Downtime. Ugh. The modern digitally transformed enterprise can't really afford ANY downtime, let alone the 1-2 hours per week that 55% of businesses experience (SOURCE: Cradlepoint State of Connectivity Report 2024). We talked with Jeff Noska of KORE Wireless and Shawn Rausch of Ericsson about the pain and cost of network downtime, and about real-life examples of organizations responding with a variety of failover configurations.cradlepoint.com

You might know you NEED a private cellular network instead of or in addition to Wi-Fi, but actually planning and deploying private 5G or LTE can be somewhat complex. So ... what are the most important questions to ask before getting started? We talk to Chris McKenna of Amazon Web Services and Alastair Glover of Ericsson about key FAQs and answers about putting private networks into practice.ericsson.comcradlepoint.com

GenAI is as buzzy of a buzzword as you can find in the tech space, but in the real world of enterprise networks ... how are IT and security teams using GenAI? From AIOps to the security risks of enterprise employees using ChatGPT, we talk to analyst Will Townsend (Moor Insights & Strategy) and Camille Campbell (Ericsson) about the differences between GenAI buzz, bravado, and true benefits.cradlepoint.com

What’s changed the most in the last 40 years? Hairstyles? Pop music? Attention span? How about networking? From mainframes and centralized computing to 5G and AI, we’ve got a lot to cover in this oral history episode. Tech veterans Lisa Guess of Ericsson and Christian Gilby of Juniper help us navigate the last several decades, while trying not to get too nostalgic about Pac-Man and Windows 95.cradlepoint.com

Retail’s digital transformation has been anything but subtle. From customer experience to employee operations, retailers are navigating how this ongoing shift impacts their 2025 plans. We talked with Gerry Grealish of Ericsson and Gabe Goldman, a brand marketing and creative consultant, about the latest tech trends in stores, operations, and the supply chain — and what it all means for companies and their customers.cradlepoint.com

My, how IoT has grown. From humble beginnings to ubiquity, IoT for business has expanded into virtually every industry. But IoT also is constantly evolving. So, what do we think will change in 2024? We asked Colin Geis of Ericsson and Mario Campos of EPIC, and they came back with some predictions about IoT use cases, security, and trends.cradlepoint.com

The City of Philadelphia now uses wirelessly connected electronic pollbooks to make Election Days more efficient for the city workers and easier for local citizens to navigate. It's a trend that's catching on all over the U.S. We talked to Lisa Deeley, city commissioner, and Jeffrey Venziale, IT director, about the process and the impact of using wireless solutions for elections.cradlepoint.com

Mission critical" is a daily reality for public safety professionals. When their technologies for communication and safety lose connectivity, lives are at risk. We talk to Robert Butts of L3Harris Technologies and Graham Everington of Ericsson about best practices for maintaining mission-critical comms for key devices ranging from two-way radios to ruggedized tablets and much more. Also, we discuss the importance of collaboration through groups such as the Mission-Critical Alliance.cradlepoint.com

In networking these days, distrust is a virtue. IT teams are taking on this mind-set and applying zero trust security strategies to prevent malware, network breaches, and more. But what does that look like in everyday practice, ranging from 5G SASE to web and email security? Trustworthy experts Bruce Johnson and Peter Silva join us to tackle the real-world application of zero trust.cradlepoint.com

No two private cellular network deployments are exactly alike, so luckily, the solution options and flexibility are vast. We are exploring not just how private 5G and LTE work, but how they play out in real life — and how the infrastructure you need differs from one scenario to the next. Kimberly Der and Per Treven of Ericsson join us for a free-wheeling conversation about the nuances of private networking.cradlepoint.com

Have you ever fallen victim to a (palpable shudder) really scary networking nightmare? It chills our blood even thinking about it. Crawl under the covers and toss a garlic necklace around your neck as we talk to enterprise networking experts Todd Kelly of StepCG and Robin Manke-Cassidy of Cradlepoint about some truly spine-tingling horror stories. cradlepoint.com