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Solving 5G Antenna Design Challenges

Digi International
October 23, 2020 Technical Insights
5G antenna design is by far the most confusing part of the process of developing 5G solutions, as it is almost entirely dependent on the end device form factor and OEMs’ preferences. In this blog, we offer insights on the 5G User Equipment (UE) device antenna design.

Dual APN in Transit Applications: Passenger Wi-Fi and Security Benefits

Steve Mazur, Business Development Director, Government
October 22, 2020 Technical Insights
Modern transit systems incorporate cellular routers, which utilize access point name (APN) technology. The methods built into the router to facilitate both public and private communication via APN are important to understand, as they have important implications for your transit agency's cost of doing business, as well as the ability to securely support passenger Wi-Fi.

Smart Cities are Better Cities: Supporting Mobility and Inclusion

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
October 16, 2020 IoT Trends
To transform their municipalities around better traffic and transit flow – a movement now widely known as mobility – cities need better technologies can improve public transit ridership, encourage rideshare systems and reduce dependence upon single-rider gas-powered vehicles.

Digi XBee: The Ecosystem for Wireless Development

Martin Schulte-Hobein, Manager, Field Application Engineer Embedded & RF, Digi International
October 02, 2020 Digi XBee
Digi XBee modules have been deployed in millions of applications around the world. This blog provides an overview of the module families, the developer tools and the applications for Digi XBee.

Custom Gateways and Routers: When, Why and How

Kevin Eichhorst, Senior Principal Solution Architect, Digi International
September 25, 2020 Technical Insights
Developing a custom gateway or router for an IoT application can be the right approach under certain circumstances such as when you need to meet specific certification requirements for highly regulated industries. This article covers those circumstances and how Digi Wireless Design Services can help.

Digi International 2020 Golf Event & Fundraiser Recipients

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
September 18, 2020 Digi International holds an annual team building golf event and fundraiser, and each year identifies two impactful organizations to receive the event proceeds. In 2020, amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic, Digi found a way to hold the event safely and raised a record-breaking amount for two community organizations.

Edge Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and 5G

Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
September 11, 2020 IoT Trends
The symbiotic nature of edge compute and artificial intelligence is interesting because artificial intelligence requires the extremely fast processing of data, which edge computing enables; meanwhile AI enables higher performance of compute resources at the edge.

What Is Zero Touch Configuration?

Brandon Moser, Manager, Professional Services, Digi International
September 03, 2020 Technical Insights
Zero-touch configuration is the process of configuring IoT devices and pushing updates out to the network from a central location. Zero-touch configuration enables IT teams to configure, or modify, hundreds or even thousands of devices remotely.

New! Digi Remote Manager Enhancements

Digi International
August 27, 2020 Applications
The August 2020 release of Digi Remote Manager includes updates such as sub-account management, usability enhancements, and a new feature: the Notification Center. We are working on enhancements every day, including new APIs and UI functionality. We are also creating training modules focused on the usability of Digi Remote Manager.

Digi vs. Digi-Key: Who's Who and Where to Buy

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
August 20, 2020 IoT Trends
People often ask if Digi International is related to Digi-Key Electronics. Does Digi own Digi-Key? Does Digi-Key own Digi? Are the two companies in business together in some way? Here are answers.

Secure, Scalable IoT Device Management

Digi International
August 14, 2020 IoT Trends
The IoT enables corporate, industrial and public sector organizations to control equipment and deliver services in ways that were not even possible a decade ago. Millions of IoT devices are now deployed around the world. And IoT device management is a critical component of those solutions.

The 4 Stages of IoT Architecture

Alec Jahnke, Senior Product Manager – OEM Solutions, Digi International
July 31, 2020 Technical Insights
Iot applications produce data. And where there’s data, there needs to be an IoT architecture that tells the data where to go, what format to use, how to get there and what actions to take based upon this data.

IoT Architecture: Topology and Edge Compute Considerations

Quinn Jones, Senior Product Manager – Digi XBee, Digi International
July 22, 2020 Technical Insights
Internet of Things (IoT) projects can be complex, as there are many decisions to make. For any IoT project, you need to acquire communication devices such as radios and gateways, connect those devices using one or more connection methods and protocols, and ensure the devices function as required. An IoT architecture is the end result of these decisions.

Digital Signage: Solving Challenges with Technology

Brian Kirkendall, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Infrastructure Management, Digi International
July 02, 2020 IoT Trends
Digital signage is a dynamic and growing market, supported by the growth of high-speed networks, improved communications technologies, and the ability of digital signage to engage and inform. The key to success in this industry is in solving the challenges of speed, reliability and security.

What Is Connected Vehicle Technology and What Are the Use Cases?

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
June 17, 2020 IoT Trends
A connected vehicle is one that is capable of connecting over networks to nearby devices. Connected vehicles are an important factor in the advance of IoT. The use cases range from connected entertainment systems that connect with the driver’s mobile phone to Internet-connected vehicles that have bi-directional communication with other vehicles and intersections.

Announcing Enhancements to Digi Remote Manager

Digi International
June 03, 2020 Technical Insights
Digi Remote Manager is Digi's hosted solution for complete monitoring, management and secure control of Digi device networks, enabling network managers to quickly configure and deploy their IoT devices and then manage firmware updates with a few clicks. The newest release of Digi RM includes a range of features for ease of use.

Cellular Routers, Extenders and Gateways: What Is the Difference?

Digi International
May 29, 2020 Technical Insights
Cellular routers, extenders and gateways have similarities and differences in an IoT deployment, from managing communications to optimizing cellular performance to translating multi-protocol data from various radios and modems to IP protocol. This article describes the differences.

What Are the Differences Between DigiMesh and Zigbee Mesh?

Digi International
May 25, 2020 Technical Insights
The Zigbee protocol is designed for low-data rate, low-power applications. Digi offers several Zigbee products. Additionally, Digi offers DigiMesh® a mesh technology for those seeking a mesh protocol with fewer complexities.

Measuring the True Cost of Network Downtime

Philippa Cheer, EMEA Marketing Manager, Opengear, a Digi Company
May 21, 2020 Technical Insights
Network downtime is a common thread among enterprises of all sizes and across every industry. From brand damage to a decrease in productivity and financial repercussions, there’s a wide range of variables that are impacted by it.

4G to 5G: How Long Will 4G LTE Be Available?

Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
May 20, 2020 IoT Trends
When selecting technology for IoT deployments, enterprises need to know how long 4G LTE will be available, whether 5G will make 4G obsolete, and how to plan their investment. The answer is that there will be a long period of time, probably at least a decade, when 4G and 5G will co-exist.

Empowering SD-WAN with Optimized LTE

Digi International
May 15, 2020 IoT Trends
The main purpose of any wide-area network (WAN) is to connect business users to their applications quickly and securely. SD-WAN side-steps the data center to improve performance, while maintaining the same level of security.

Cellular Design Considerations for an Optimal IoT Strategy

Josh Jaeger, Director of Sales, WDS, Digi International
May 13, 2020 Technical Insights
IoT developers have access to a wide variety of cloud platforms, embedded devices, sensors, and connectivity options. One of the most popular methods today is integrating cellular connectivity into your IoT application.

Safety Trends in Traffic Management: Intelligent Transportation Systems and Connected Vehicle

Steve Mazur, Business Development Director, Government
May 08, 2020 IoT Trends
Connected vehicle projects are underway in smart cities. Intelligent Transportation Systems teams in the government sector, have collaborated with technology providers and auto makers to research, test and pilot public safety programs on city streets with connected vehicles.

Introducing Digi XBee Secure Sessions for Another Layer of Secure Wireless Communication

Digi International
April 20, 2020 Technical Insights
Digi XBee Secure Sessions functionality is a password-secured connection between two nodes in a Digi XBee network (server and client) where the pair can send and receive encrypted data that only they can decrypt.

Digi XBee Turns 15! Take a Whirlwind History Tour

Quinn Jones, Senior Product Manager – Digi XBee, Digi International
April 15, 2020 Digi XBee
The Digi XBee® family has turned 15. Look back at the history of XBee - small radios that provide the communications between machines, sensors, industrial tanks, drones, trains, medical equipment, cell towers and millions of other connected devices.

Smart Traffic Management: Optimizing Your City's Infrastructure Spend

Steve Mazur, Business Development Director, Government
April 10, 2020 Applications
Smart Traffic Management Systems are technology solutions that municipalities can integrate into their traffic cabinets and intersections today for fast, cost-effective improvements in safety and traffic flow on their city streets, simultaneously preparing for future technology evolution.

Coping in Corporate During COVID-19: The View from Digi

Ron Konezny, President and CEO, Digi International
April 08, 2020 IoT Trends
With COVID-19, there is no longer a “business as usual.” The new normal is uncertainty. Yet, in some positive way, we are all in this together. After the worst fallout of the pandemic is past, our global society will have learned an enormous amount about how integrated we truly are.

Work from Home Solutions: Safe Employees and Secure Networks

Digi International
March 26, 2020 Technical Insights
With more workers remote, it's critical that enterprises support their staff with secure work-at-home options. The best solutions rely on your company providing a solid cellular connection for workers that is secure, highly reliable and robust enough to handle the increased throughput.

Digital Signage Trends for Indoor and Outdoor Applications

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
March 11, 2020 IoT Trends
The range of uses and types of both indoor and outdoor digital signs and kiosks has become an exciting trend to watch, and adoption is only going to increase. In fact the market is expected to reach more than 32 billion USD by 2032

Embedded Computing: Designing for Ease of Manufacturing and Low Cost-of-Ownership

Alicia Lewis, Lead Technical Writer, Digi International
February 27, 2020 Technical Insights
The embedded system-on-module (SOM) market has grown, offering diverse options for applications ranging from retail displays to aerospace components. They all incorporate embedded computers, but with very different requirements in terms of form, fit, and function within the final product.

Machine Learning and Machine Vision Work Better with Real Time Edge Processing

Andreas Burghart, Principal IoT Technology Manager, Digi International
February 25, 2020 Technical Insights
Among the most promising complementary technologies today are machine learning (ML) and machine vision (MV). Machine learning techniques can be applied to a wide range of machine vision image processing or classification tasks.

Digi News and Technology Updates: Embedded World, 5G, Machine Learning and Connected Vehicle

Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
February 11, 2020 IoT Trends
One of the biggest stories of 2020 is 5G. Various vendors at Embedded World 2020 will be showing off their latest 5G products. With download speeds of up to 6 Gbps, very low latencies and greatly increased network capacity, 5G truly is a next generation technology representing an exponential improvement over existing infrastructure.

Open Source Licenses and Applications on Embedded Linux: a Practical Viewpoint

Michael Burr, Embedded Software Engineer, Digi Wireless Design Services
February 07, 2020 Technical Insights
Developers of proprietary software are often leery of embedded Linux platforms, due to the implications of open source licenses such as GPL (the GNU Public License) for their applications. Here's a practical viewpoint.

IoT in Smart Grid Applications for Smart Cities: DistribuTECH 2020 Take-Aways

Sam Johnson, Account Manager, Digi International
February 05, 2020 Applications
DistribuTECH 2020 has come and gone until next year, and it's always great to look back on a phenomenal event and talk about the take-aways. The show allowed some of the utility, smart energy and smart city industries' top professionals from across the globe to meet, connect, collaborate, and have fun.

Next Generation Retail Technology: How IoT, AI and 5G Will Impact the Shopping Experience

Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
January 30, 2020 IoT Trends
The retail shopping experience today is about data-backed customization and experience. With advances in IoT networking, connectivity and artificial intelligence, retailers can increase their reach and impact by moving toward more innovative, customer-focused technologies.

IoT and Supply Chain Management: A Digital Revolution

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
January 22, 2020 IoT Trends
IoT devices are revolutionizing every phase of supply chain management, from manufacturing through packaging, shipping, and delivery to an end point, and even handling of the product at the end point, such as a retail business.

Going Global with Your Cellular Deployment

Josh Jaeger, Director of Sales, WDS, Digi International
January 18, 2020 Technical Insights
As the Internet of Things becomes increasingly popular, more companies are looking to monitor and track their assets across the world. And many want the ability to sell their wireless products in global markets. This article provides important knowledge to support international deployment.

Retail: Wireless Point-of-Sale Trends for 2020 and Beyond

Digi International
January 10, 2020 IoT Trends
The point-of-sale terminal market is growing. In the digital age, consumers prefer the convenience of credit and debit cards as well as payment apps like Apple Pay, and cash is on the decline. Retailers who want to maintain their edge must adapt to the market, and for many, increasingly sophisticated POS and wireless POS terminals are the solution.

Digi International's 2019 Year in Review

Digi International
January 02, 2020 With a customer-centric approach to delivering solutions that shift the paradigm and outcomes for its customers, Digi brings innovative products and services to fulfill its promise to deliver mission-critical connectivity just about anywhere in the world.

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