The pace of innovation never slows—and neither does the demand for resilient networks. In this month’s Resilience Report, we’re looking at some of the strategies and solutions that help businesses thrive. From expert insights on overcoming financial constraints and ensuring uptime during high-stakes retail events to the transformative impact of AI and IoT, these stories highlight why network resilience is key to success. At Opengear, we’re proud to support this resilience with cutting-edge solutions like the Lighthouse Service Portal and Connected Resource Gateway, designed to empower IT teams and keep operations running smoothly.
- Want a More Resilient Network? Alan Stewart-Brown, VP EMEA at Opengear, shares expert tips on building a network that stands strong against any challenge. Discover the true cost of downtime, why redundancy isn’t enough, and how secure remote management can be a game-changer. Don’t miss this practical guide to boosting network resilience.
- Keeping Networks Afloat Amid Budget Cuts: In the latest issue of Data Centre & Network News, Alan Stewart-Brown outlines five essential strategies to enhance enterprise networks even when budgets are tight. Explore his insights in "Keeping Networks Afloat in Financially Turbulent Times" in the Autumn 2024 issue, page 40.
New Content from Opengear
- Ensuring Network Resilience During Retail’s Biggest Moments: It’s Black Friday, and sales are soaring—until a network outage brings everything to a halt. For retailers, downtime on high-stakes days can mean frozen transactions, lost customers, and abandoned online orders. Our latest blog article explores why network resilience is crucial during peak times and how Opengear solutions like Smart Out of Band ensure operations stay on track.
- Cisco Live Amsterdam: Join Opengear in Amsterdam, February 9-14, 2025 for the premier event exploring Cisco’s latest transformative technologies. From AI-driven advancements to smarter, safer networking solutions, discover how to go beyond what’s possible. Visit our booth to learn how Opengear enhances network resilience with solutions that empower IT teams to work faster and more efficiently.
- AI Power - Expanding Data Center Capacity to Meet Growing Demand: The rise of generative AI is fueling unprecedented demand for AI-ready data centers, with global capacity needs projected to grow by as much as 33% annually through 2030. Meeting this demand requires transformative changes in data center design, location, and power infrastructure, particularly as AI workloads demand higher energy density. While hyperscalers like AWS and Google lead the charge, the looming supply deficit underscores the need for innovative solutions, including advanced cooling systems and decentralized power generation. This rapid evolution presents both challenges and opportunities for businesses across the data center value chain.
- Cybersecurity Market: Insights and Forecast: The global cybersecurity market is poised for significant growth, with projections rising from $193.73 billion in 2024 to $562.72 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 14.3%. Key drivers include the growing adoption of cloud-based security solutions, integration of technologies like IoT and AI, and increased focus on data privacy. Industries such as banking/finance, healthcare, and manufacturing are prioritizing robust security measures to counter evolving cyber threats.
- Overcoming Barriers to IoT Adoption: The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s IoT Advisory Board has released its comprehensive report on the challenges hindering widespread IoT adoption in the U.S. Among the findings are critical concerns around cybersecurity, privacy, supply chain vulnerabilities, and workforce shortages. The report underscores the importance of fostering trust in IoT through secure, reliable, and private systems while emphasizing the need for a skilled, adaptable workforce to support IoT's transformative potential.
- Streamlined Provisioning with the Lighthouse Service Portal (LSP): Imagine deploying new devices without the hassle of onsite visits or manual setup. Opengear’s Lighthouse Service Portal (LSP) makes this possible with true zero-touch provisioning, enabling secure and scalable onboarding through a fully automated process. From saving time to reducing configuration errors, LSP transforms how IT teams manage deployments across multiple locations.
- Connected Resource Gateway (CRG): Simplify and Scale Your IT Infrastructure: Meet the Connected Resource Gateway (CRG)—a secure gateway bridging network management tools, users, and endpoints. Acting as a seamless entry and exit point, CRG delivers simplicity, flexibility, and scalability to IT environments. Elevate your network resilience with a solution designed to streamline access and enhance infrastructure.
Stay tuned for more updates in the next edition of The Resilience Report.
