How BNGs can ease internet traffic congestion
Over the years, Broadband Network Gateways (BNGs) have had to evolve to support new functionalities. Management of multiple types of access, transmission of data encapsulations, and customers have challenged the effectiveness, speed and delivery of gateways. These are management systems …
Remote Workers and VoIP are Changing the Smart Home Landscape
Employees working remotely is on the rise at a rapid pace, and it’s having a profound impact on what smart home builders and integrators are planning for both current and future needs in the home. Since 2005, the regular work-from-home …
Why zoned cabling is vital to the connected office
Your business customers are always looking to lower overhead and manage change effectively. You can help them save money and streamline operational changes by making sure they are familiar with the benefits of zoned cabling. With a small investment in …
The pros and cons of Power over Ethernet lighting
Whether they are homeowners looking to stretch their budget or facility managers working toward green building certification, your customers want to reduce their energy consumption. With Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting, their energy savings can be delivered via their structured …
Why structured wiring is critical to the connected office
As a broadband integrator, you know that setting up internet for your business customers involves a lot more than installing a scalable enclosure outside the building. Your business customers need a custom structured wiring installation that accommodates their current requirements …
Telco Trends for 2017
If you thought 2017 was going to be quiet, think again. This year will be a huge year for broadband installers, especially for those who use high quality media panel and accessories. Policy decisions in Canada and the United States …
What Every Broadband Installer Needs to Know About VOIP
One of the most ubiquitous technologies ever invented is the traditional phone system. Ever since Alexander Graham Bell invented it in 1876, people everywhere have used it to speak to one another. The original system used electricity in copper wire …