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IoT Trends IoT Solutions: Software, Security, and Device Management Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 September 30, 2022 What do IoT solutions solve? Why are they important? Learn about IoT software, device management, and security solutions that can help your business.
IoT Trends What Are CBRS and Private LTE, and What Are the Use Cases? Harald Remmert Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
 September 16, 2022 Private networks provide connectivity where regular Internet can't. This article covers the benefits of private LTE and CBRS – a version of Private LTE in the 3.5 GHz spectrum that is becoming increasingly popular in the US.
IoT Trends IoT in Asset Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 September 08, 2022 Asset monitoring and predictive maintenance solutions support applications that depend on robust, secure and cost-effective IoT connectivity to keep track of the location and status of assets, and prevent equipment failures before they occur.
Technical Insights New Capabilities for Digi Routers in DAL OS 22.5 Firmware Nate Pleasant Nate Pleasant, Product Manager, Enterprise Software, Digi International
 September 01, 2022 Digi is continually enhancing the value and capability our customers derive from their Digi solutions. In this blog post we share some of the newest features available in the DAL OS 22.5 firmware release.
Digi's 31st Annual Wormburner Golf Charity Mandi Karasek Mandi Karasek, VP of Human Resources, Digi International
 August 23, 2022 Digi's annual corporate golf event and fundraiser gives our staff, partners and vendors the opportunity to get out and have some fun while doing great things for the community. See team pictures and meet our fundraiser recipients.
Digi XBee Digi Earth Rover: Inspiring STEM Robotics Rob Faludi Rob Faludi, IoT Consultant, Faludi.com
 August 17, 2022 The Earth Rover is a STEM educational robot that demonstrates the power of cellular IoT for remote devices. It is remotely controlled like a Mars Rover but operates here on Earth.
Technical Insights Three Ways to Accelerate Wireless Design Certification Matt Schellin Matt Schellin, RF Engineering Manager, Digi International
 August 11, 2022 It’s time to build your prototype and get your product into production, right? Yes, but first you want to think about certification requirements. If you take a few important steps in the early stages, you can increase your chances of success in the certification process and actually improve your time to market.
Technical Insights Industrial Connectivity in the Toughest Environments Digi International Digi International
 August 04, 2022 Industrial conditions and harsh environments require solutions that include failure-proof industrial connectivity with hardened IoT devices and powerful remote monitoring and management. Learn about critical connectivity for challenging environments in this blog post.
IoT Trends Remote Work Trends: Are They Here to Stay? Harald Remmert Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
 July 20, 2022 In this blog post we look at some remote work statistics, as well as work from home expectations, and how to ensure a productive and secure workplace wherever you or your staff call "the office." Read on to gain valuable insights into the latest remote working facts and statistics, as well as important strategies for secure home offices.
Technical Insights VLAN Trunking Example Nate Pleasant Nate Pleasant, Product Manager, Enterprise Software, Digi International
 July 15, 2022 The primary benefit of the VLAN features on the Digi routers is to provide multiple LAN networks on a single Ethernet port. This allows users to create a segmented network, where certain devices are sectioned off in their own network, for increased performance, improved manageability, simplified software configurations, and increased security options.
Applications The Benefits of IoT: Real World Examples Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 July 08, 2022 Organizations are leveraging the benefits of IoT (Internet of Things) in many different ways today — including to improve efficiency, safety, monitoring of remote and hard-to-access equipment, and the ability to be more competitive, more responsive to customers, and to ensure processes are in regulatory compliance.
IoT Trends Easy-to-Integrate Voice Control for Embedded Design Bob Blumenscheid Bob Blumenscheid, Senior Product Marketing Manager, Digi International
 June 22, 2022 Introducing Digi ConnectCore® Voice Control, a solution that enables voice processing on devices at the network edge with no cloud connectivity required. Processing at the edge reduces connectivity costs and data privacy concerns, while providing faster response times than what is possible with cloud-based voice processing
IoT Trends 5G IoT and the Future of Connected Vehicle Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 June 14, 2022 5G networks and other new technologies are promising to make self-driving cars a reality, and it’s happening faster than most people think. In this article we’ll look at how cities are adapting to enable connected vehicle technology and autonomous driving.
IoT Trends What Is a Digital Twin? Harald Remmert Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
 June 10, 2022 Most people in the IoT space have heard the term “digital twin” or “digital twin modeling” in recent years. But what is a digital twin exactly? In simplest terms, it’s a virtual representation of a physical object, device or structure that exists in the real world. Read more to learn how they work and the value they provide in today's IoT systems.
Applications Industrial IoT: Connectivity for Rugged Applications Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 June 10, 2022 Selecting the connectivity solution for an application in a challenging environment requires some thought. In this article we review the available features in Digi industrial-grade cellular routers, so you can identify the right product for your Industrial Internet of Things application.
IoT Trends Next Generation Connectivity for Passenger Rail Steve Mazur Steve Mazur, Business Development Director, Government
 June 07, 2022 Transportation systems across the globe are in the process of upgrading nearly every aspect of their operations to boost ridership and provide a better passenger experience. High-speed, highly reliable wireless connectivity with 5G is a key part of these infrastructure upgrades.
Technical Insights Router Comparison Series: Industrial vs. Transportation Routers Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 May 27, 2022 Performing a router comparison in the industrial space can be daunting. Cellular routers with industrial components have a wide range of features and capabilities. In this blog post we walk through how to compare industrial feature sets in both industrial and transportation routers.
Applications What Is FirstNet Band 14? Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 May 19, 2022 While FirstNet® and Band 14 are closely related, they are not the same. This blog post examines each part and explains how the two are related and where they are different. It also clears up some confusion in the industry.
IoT Trends LTE vs. 5G: What Is the Difference? Harald Remmert Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
 May 04, 2022 In this blog post, we evaluate 4G LTE vs. 5G, including speed, bandwidth, latency and other differences between LTE and 5G to help organizations choose the right technology for their needs.
IoT Trends Green Tech Innovation: How IoT Supports Sustainability and a Healthier Planet Ron Konezny Ron Konezny, President and CEO, Digi International
 April 22, 2022 Digi supports many IoT-based initiatives that enterprises, industrial applications and municipalities are building and deploying in the quest to become more sustainable and to reduce their carbon footprint. Meet the 2022 Digi Green Tech Customer Innovation Award winners.
IoT Trends How Investing in Green Technology Saves Businesses Money Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 April 20, 2022 When and how should you invest in green tech? Businesses, industrial enterprises and municipalities have many opportunities today to reduce their carbon footprint through operational changes and new technologies. The good news is that many are finding that these changes result in operational efficiency and cost savings.
IoT Trends IoT-Based Environmental Monitoring: Types and Use Cases Quinn Jones Quinn Jones, Senior Product Manager – Digi XBee, Digi International
 April 15, 2022 IoT-based environmental monitoring and clean technology support the detection of harmful pollutants and other environmental hazards, enabling governments and industries to clean and protect our air, soil, and water.
Technical Insights Remote Infrastructure Management for Industrial IoT Applications Ben Tucker Ben Tucker, Director, Product Management for Infrastructure Management, Digi International
 April 08, 2022 In industrial environments, distributed connectivity is an essential tool for organizations that want to continue to scale their networks while maintaining existing legacy equipment. Establishing effective remote infrastructure management strategies for industrial networks has become imperative.
Applications Digital Signage Applications in IoT Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 April 01, 2022 Applications for digital signage are growing, fueled by new capabilities, lower costs for high-definition displays and cellular data plans, and imagination for what's possible. And finally, an increased need for on-the-go information continues to spur the development of methodologies for delivering that information.
IoT Trends What Is Clean Tech and How Is IoT Enabling It? Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 March 25, 2022 The adoption of IoT-enabled clean tech is increasing as municipalities seek to improve air quality and businesses seek to improve their stewardship of the environment. Technology advances are driving massive improvements in environmental practices, supporting initiatives that contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable world.
IoT Trends What is Micromobility and What is the Market for Developers? Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 March 10, 2022 The micromobility market is growing, and that means opportunities for developers and OEMs who want to build connected, mobile products like e-scooters and trackable bike rentals. Read out blog post to learn about the trends that are shaping this new Internet of Things (IoT) sector.
IoT Trends IoT in Transportation: Solutions and Applications Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 March 04, 2022 Transportation is undergoing a transformation as municipalities and transport authorities adopt IoT in transportation applications, and roll out technology upgrades to improve operational efficiency, traffic flow, mobility, air quality and public safety.
Digi XBee Digi XBee 3 RF: 4 Protocols, 3 Packages, 10 Great Features Rob Faludi Rob Faludi, IoT Consultant, Faludi.com
 February 24, 2022 Digi XBee® 3 RF modules provide reliable wireless connectivity, getting you quickly to market with a compact, low-power, low-profile footprint. They offer multiple protocols using the same hardware, come pre-certified, and include I/O, python programmability, and multi-layered security with Digi TrustFence®.
Applications Smart City Traffic Management: Ready-to-Deploy Infrastructure Solutions Steve Mazur Steve Mazur, Business Development Director, Government
 February 18, 2022 Turnkey traffic management solutions from Digi International and AT&T are now available through the NASPO ValuePoint Network. Learn how U.S. urban traffic managers can rapidly upgrade to smart city traffic management systems to reduce congestion, improve routing for first responders and transit vehicles, and increase public safety.
Applications What Is Environmental Monitoring? Quinn Jones Quinn Jones, Senior Product Manager – Digi XBee, Digi International
 February 11, 2022 What is environmental monitoring and why does it matter? Learn everything you need to know about environmental monitoring processes and systems, and how IoT supports critical sensing, data reporting and automation, from agriculture to wind and solar to heavy industry.
IoT Trends New Public Transit Technology: How Emerging Tech Is Changing Transportation David Ridenour David Ridenour, Product Manager, Digi International
 February 02, 2022 New public transportation technology offers potential solutions for overburdened city and metro traffic systems. Technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance 5G mobile routers and edge computing help transportation systems revolutionize their communications infrastructure and embrace the future of mobility.
IoT Trends What Can 5G Do For Business: Enterprise, Industry and Transportation Harald Remmert Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
 January 26, 2022 Manufacturing facilities, transportation systems and other vertical industries are ready to take advantage of the faster speeds, lower latency, and higher data throughput of 5G, as these enterprises transform their networks and migrate to 5G devices. Learn what 5G will do for business.
IoT Trends Digi 5G Products Harald Remmert Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
 January 24, 2022 Digi's 5G products and services roadmap includes both new products and adaptations of our current products, such as our modular routers with change-able CORE modules. Additionally, we have development and deployment services to support customers in designing and deploying the 5G applications of the future.
Digi News Introducing the Digi Connect EZ Family of Serial Device Servers Ben Tucker Ben Tucker, Director, Product Management for Infrastructure Management, Digi International
 January 13, 2022 When you need a reliable serial connection for your mission-critical equipment, paired with ease-of-use, Digi Connect EZ is the right solution, offering click-to-connect serial connectivity for devices anywhere.
Technical Insights IoT and the Supply Chain: How Machine Learning Eases Bottlenecks Jeff Eltringham Jeff Eltringham, Head of Marketing, SmartSense by Digi
 January 06, 2022 IoT and the supply chain today go hand in hand, and in fact logistics tracking is one of the most prevalent Internet of Things sectors. Supply chain management requires sophisticated tools for real time monitoring. IoT supply chain technology can help managers from manufacturing to transport and delivery monitor logistics and ultimately prevent bottlenecks in critical supply chain networks.
IoT Trends Reducing Network Security Risks for the Remote Workforce — Now and in the Future Digi International Digi International
 December 30, 2021 The upward trend in remote workers has placed a strain on corporate IT departments, which must manage network security risks and provide secure and reliable connectivity to the distributed workforce.
Digi News Change Dominated 2021; Cautious Optimism for 2022 Ron Konezny Ron Konezny, President and CEO, Digi International
 December 29, 2021 In 2021, Digi International experienced a year of change and growth, in spite of the Covid 19 challenges. In this blog post, Digi President and CEO Ron Konezny shares insights on the business, an appreciation for Digi's staff, partners and distributors, and a message of optimism.
IoT Trends What Do Pizza and IoT Have in Common? Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 December 23, 2021 IoT projects, like pizza, come in many different varieties. In this blog post we take a look at how the IoT is like pizza. It might help you understand why the answer to most questions about how to build an IoT project can be answered with "it depends." And it also might make you hungry.
IoT Trends How Is EV Infrastructure Developing and Growing in the US? Jayna Locke Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
 December 16, 2021 In the US, public initiatives have been used to drive sustainability efforts, including building sustainable cities. But future growth in EV usage will require more than federal tax credits. Building charging infrastructure will deliver the convenient, reliable mobility that drivers – and local economies – need to benefit from EV adoption.
Technical Insights Who Is Responsible for IoT Device Security? Digi International Digi International
 December 14, 2021 Many people believe that security can be fully implemented by the device manufacturer, or that it’s possible to install a security-focused software program to detect and thwart hacking. But in fact, true device security is a combination of technologies, processes and best practices.
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