5 things to know today ...
1. Apple introduced a new iPhone, called the iPhone SE. The company said customers have been asking for a more powerful version of the 4-inch iPhone 5/5s, so the SE packs Apple's A9 processor and M9 motion coprocessor into...
Enterprise focus on cybersecurity technologies
Vodafone launched its Enterprise Security Services platform, which is designed to provide enterprise customers with cybersecurity technologies and support. The company said the VESS line will bring together the group's current portfolio of security products.
The new business line is...
Open Telekom Cloud uses Huawei ICT solutions
Deutsche Telekom this week launched a public enterprise cloud service, dubbed Open Telekom Cloud, using technology developed by Huawei and geared toward enabling digital transformation for businesses. The two companies made the announcement during the CeBIT business IT...
Cisco and Verizon said they plan to target enterprise and government users, while Verizon mulls data center future
Cisco said it was partnering with Verizon Enterpriser Solutions to offer its Cisco Spark cloud-based collaboration service to Verizon customers as part of the telecom giant’s expansion...
FBI vs. Apple case and the role mobile device management is playing
The issue of privacy and the law – particularly with respect to terrorism and the FBI – is challenging. A number of people have asked me where I sit regarding the...
Small cells could signal a 'new neutral'
Neutral host providers like ExteNet Systems and Mobilitie foresee a shift in their business models as network architectures become more distributed. The term "neutral host" means these companies host different carriers on shared infrastructure, just as tower owners...
As enterprises continue digital transformation initiatives that link employees to cloud-based services, it's essential IT managers maintain a focus on security. To facilitate those needs, IBM launched a new mainframe optimized for use with hybrid cloud platforms and with strong security protocols.
The new Z13...
In 2016, analysts project that 400K Enterprise cellular nodes will be shipped, but over 12 million Wi-Fi APs will be used in the Enterprise LAN. We all know that Wi-Fi cannot provide the quality of service and security that enterprises need, but enterprises are...
451 Research report notes at least doubling in public cloud storage spend by 2017
A recent report from 451 Research claims enterprises will continue to evolve their storage needs and usage in 2016, with most corporations surveyed stating plans to increase overall storage spending this...
Cass sees increased BYOD adoption in 2016, bolstered by more robust management platforms
Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year.
Cass recently completed its...
On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check, we look at some top news items from across the space as well as speak with CloudGenix on the impact of SDN on enterprise SD-WAN efforts
On today’s show we have an interview with Kumar Ramachandran, co-founder and CEO...
Mobile-first mentality seen as key enterprise and managed mobility trends for the new year
Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year.
As we head...
Verizon Plan monthly device payment option now being offered to enterprise customers
Verizon Wireless expanded its device payment plans to enterprise accounts, allowing businesses with multiple lines to take advantage of lower upfront costs in return for paying more per month.
The Verizon Plan for Business...
Complexities associated with IoT 'severely limits' enterprise adoption
The majority of enterprises are in the process of deploying "Internet of Things" solutions, according to recent research, but are getting caught up balancing global scalability with security, interoperability and other challenges.
San Antonio-based research firm James Brehm...
Shlomo Kramer, founder and CEO of Cato Networks, sees cloud platforms boosting security, options for enterprises
Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year.
The...
MachNation provides enterprise IoT ecosystem tips for wading through evolving market
As evident from the recent CES 2016 event, the “Internet of Things” is a booming industry directly linked to the mobile telecommunications markets ability to enable connectivity to what many are predicting will be...
Vodafone predicts M2M set to continue evolution in 2016
Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year.
M2M will move out of the back office
Previously,...
Vodafone Americas dissects global enterprise challenges for 2016
Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year.
Dual global economy
Many of the customers we speak to...
Operations to be impacted by M2M and IoT deployments
Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year.
M2M will move out of the back office
Previously,...
Ovum predicts significant upheaval from cloud across the enterprise content management market
The enterprise content management space is set for significant upheaval in 2016, with a recent report from Ovum predicting the largest impact for the segment will come from increased reliance and use of...
Purchase agreement includes AT&T provided GPS, vehicle monitoring
AT&T picked up an extended contract to provide fleet management services to federal agencies. The five-year “blanket purchase agreement” was awarded by the General Services Administration’s Office of Fleet Management, which currently handles leases on more than...
T-Mobile ‘Un-carrier X’ changes to Simple Choice rate plans now available to enterprise base
T-Mobile US’ recently launched changes to its Simple Choice program were also pushed to its enterprise business, which the carrier said has seen a strong surge in mobile data usage.
T-Mobile US...
UPDATE: Verizon CTO blasts reports of possible sale of enterprise assets
Verizon CTO Fran Shammo, in comments made today during the 2015 Wells Fargo Securities Technology, Media and Telecom Conference, called reports that Verizon was considering a sale of its enterprise assets "factless. These are the...
A study compiled by the Small Cell Forum from three independent research bodies found that the enterprise small cell deployment market is entering a new phase in its evolution. The report, called “Crossing the Chasm,” said the enterprise small cell market made the transition from the...
