Healthcare connectivity is no longer a back-office concern. Telehealth visits, connected medical devices, electronic health records, and patient contact centers all depend on a network that simply cannot go down. At the same time, the infrastructure many hospitals, health systems, and outpatient clinics still rely upon run on copper POTS lines, single-carrier internet circuits, and…
Several articles in Channel Dive have indicated Lumen may be shifting its focus away from the voice market — reportedly ending new voice sales (Channel Dive), altering commission on voice renewals, and thinning the partner teams that used to support that base (Channel Dive). For channel agents, that is not a footnote. If these reports…
Walk into almost any commercial building in America, and you will find critical systems quietly running on a technology that is being phased out from under them. The fire alarm panel. The elevator’s emergency phone. The fax machine in the back office that the billing team still cannot live without. The burglar alarm. An older…
Managed network services are outsourced solutions where a third-party provider monitors, manages, and secures your network to ensure performance, uptime, and security. Managing your network infrastructure can be challenging and resource-intensive. A managed network services provider simplifies these challenges by handling various aspects of your business’s network operations, from routine maintenance to advanced security. This…
Traditional network security models are breaking down in the face of hybrid workforces, cloud application adoption, and distributed user bases. These shifts create blind spots that hardware-based firewalls and VPNs can’t address. Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solves this challenge with a cloud-native architecture that unifies networking and security to deliver secure access from anywhere….
Networks for retail customers have grown complicated. With point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management, customer Wi-Fi, security cameras, and online order processing, the average location juggles dozens of network-dependent operations. Network downtime or a security lapse can grind operations to a halt, stopping transactions, disrupting inventory systems, and even compromising customer trust. As retailers expand omnichannel…
Savvy business leaders know that network and security go hand-in-hand. Protecting modern businesses from cyberthreats has become more challenging than ever, as the frequency and sophistication of the attacks continue to grow. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, the projected damage from cybercrime will hit $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. Networks today are becoming more sophisticated and…
A Zero Trust Approach to Meet Today’s Network Security Demands Enterprises strive to establish the highest level of network security while granting employees the access they need to do their jobs. This is especially true with today’s remote and distributed workforces. In pursuit of secure access, organizations are turning to a zero trust security model…
Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just a buzzword; it’s reshaping the very fabric of network services. MetTel is thrilled to announce an unprecedented achievement that underscores our commitment to AI-driven innovation: we’ve been recognized as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed Network Services for the fifth consecutive year. This distinction makes us the first and only…
Extra Space Storage Modernizes Their Network As local exchange carriers are decommissioning service and raising rates for local telephone service, organizations are feeling pressure to move away from copper / POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) voice infrastructure and support. Extra Space Storage (NYSE: EXR) felt this pressure and turned the retirement of their copper wire…
As enterprises expand, so does their need for an unwavering network that supports every aspect of their business. From data transactions to customer communications, network reliability is a non-negotiable element of operational strategy. With the cost of network downtime extending beyond short-term disruption to impact productivity, profitability, and brand trust, the stakes have never been…
Disasters or unforeseen crises pose a serious threat to business operations and can prevent organizations from meeting the needs of their customers and hitting their revenue targets, while also potentially causing damage to their brands. The best way to avoid being caught off guard and to enhance organizational resilience is to develop a business continuity…
Smart city initiatives are a way for communities to respond to challenges of sustainability and efficiency. With the world’s population expected to reach 8.5 billion by 2030 and 55% of the population currently living in urban areas, cities are facing unprecedented pressures. Smart cities have implemented tech in innovative ways to overcome these challenges. What do smart city…
Companies must integrate technology into their operations to continue to grow. But how do these companies stay on top of the latest innovations and weave them into their business model? They use a powerful tool called a digital transformation strategy. In this article, we’ll discuss why you need a digital transformation strategy and look at…
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