Media Coverage

Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, spoke with Josh Flinn, Director of Product, Cloud Software at Digi International, about the company’s achievement of SOC 2 Type 2 compliance and what it means for channel partners building secure, cloud-based IoT solutions.

In the Embedded Computing Design podcast, Rich Nass interviewed Mike Rohrmoser, Digi Vice President of Product Management, about the complexity of IoT deployments in industrial applications, and how these create challenges for those seeking to utilize new technologies to improve operations. Rohrmoser shared some insights on how to address these challenges, and how cohesive systems based on secure and scalable solutions based on standards like Wi-SUN can help drive faster, more secure and more effective deployments, as well as longer lifecycles.

Gerald Baldino of Channel Vision covered Digi's announcement of SOC 2, Type 2 compliance, and how it dovetails with increased security requirements as cyber threats are on the rise. "The audit evaluated Digi’s performance in key areas including access controls, encryption, incident response, business continuity, and continuous security monitoring, reflecting Digi’s dedication and proactive approach to platform security."

In this article, Forbes covers the risks and challenges of the growing availability and skills of drones, including the potential of drones to be involved in terrorism at large-scale events like the Olympics. Bob Blumenscheid, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Digi International, shared how critical it is for drone makers and operators to integrate advanced cybersecurity. "At events of that scale, drones are used for everything from crowd monitoring and broadcasting to logistics and emergency response. Each drone, and even its controller, is a connected computer – meaning it can be hacked, spoofed, or hijacked if not properly secured," said Blumenscheid. "In multi-venue events like the Olympics, the complexity increases, but the principle is the same: every drone must prove it's legitimate, running trusted software, and communicating through verified channels."

IIoT World published an article by Philip De Carlo, Senior Field Application Engineer at Digi International describing key technology infrastructure considerations for utilities when modernizing energy delivery systems.

Design News shared Digi's announcement of the launch of Digi XBee 3 LTE Cat 4 Global Cellular modem, designed for rapid integration and deployment in a range of IoT use cases.  "Design News shared Digi's announcement of the launch of Digi XBee 3 LTE Cat 4 Global Cellular modem, designed for rapid integration and deployment in a range of IoT use cases."

As the third guest on this episode of Dave Meltzer's Office Hours, Ron Konezny shares the Digi story, how Digi has stayed relevant and resilient over 40 years of technological changes. Konezny gives an overview of how wireless communications has evolved, and how modern companies must actively manage their deployed devices for security and performance and uptime management, as well as how AI today is changing the game.

Steve Rogerson, reporter for the IMC IoT M2M Council blog, interviewed Dustin Steinhoff, VP of Sales at Digi International, about the Wi-SUN protocol and how this standard supports scalable smart city deployments. “We believe Wi-Sun will drive smart cities,” Steinhoff said. “We are seeing it in India, we are seeing it in Brazil, we are seeing it everywhere. There are so many difficulties today and everyone has their own ideas. We believe Wi-Sun will unify them.”

Mike Rohrmoser, Digi Vice President of Product Management, joined Katie Johns, Editor in Chief at Stormwater Solutions, to discuss smart city projects, and in particular, flood detection. He shared how Digi and its Wi-SUN solution can support municipalities to provide secure and reliable networks that lead to intelligent flood monitoring. He described how Wi-SUN provides a future-proof solution for smart city projects.

Telecom Reseller covered Digi's milestone — more than 25 million Digi XBee modules deployed globally.

TMCNet shared Digi's announcement that over 25 Million Digi XBee modules  have been deployed worldwide.

Industry Today published an article by Bob Blumenscheid, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Digi International, described the challenges involved in building a cohesive industrial IoT infrastructure designed for interoperability and long-term deployment. These challenges increase as IoT projects become larger and more complex. "As a result, manufacturers and integrators are placing increased emphasis on future-proofing. That includes long-term component availability, consistent manufacturing standards, firmware support, and compatibility with evolving protocols and security standards. In short, they’re treating wireless modules not as accessories—but as strategic infrastructure."

Jill Malandrino of Nasdaq Trade Talks interviewed Dustin Steinhoff, VP of Sales and Distribution at Digi International, Daniel Noiseux, Executive Vice President at Dimonoff, and Gabriel Bernatchez, Co-Founder & CTO of Taiga Motors about how the Internet of Things underpins climate solutions.

Healthcare Business Today covered connectivity best practices for modern clinic and hospital settings, how to navigate complexities, and how to create intelligent and prescriptive workflows with a focus on sustained compliance.

In this episode of the Industrial IoT Podcast, Erik Walenza spoke with Mike Rohrmoser, VP of Product Management for OEM Solutions at Digi. They explored how manufacturers are addressing labor shortages with IoT and automation, the trade-offs between retrofitting existing factories and building new ones, the evolving sensor and connectivity landscape, and practical steps to scale IoT pilots into production.

Evan Kirstel spoke with Digi CEO Ron Konezny on his podcast, about "What's Up with Tech?" The topic was security, resilience, and the Future of Industrial IoT. "What makes this transformation remarkable, per Ron Konezny President and CEO," Kirstel shared, "is how Digi has woven together hardware excellence with sophisticated software, connectivity, and perhaps most importantly - exceptional service. As their leader explains, service isn't just about fixing broken devices; it's about understanding the context of each deployment and helping customers achieve their desired outcomes. In a world where customer service has become increasingly automated and impersonal, Digi's commitment to responsive, knowledgeable support serves as a key differentiator in complex industrial environments." 

IoT Business News published an article by Ronald Elliott, Director of Field Application Engineering at Digi International, describing how on-prem network management offers an alternative to cloud-based network management, and how issues like redundancy and security compare in the two alternatives.

In this Technology Reseller podcast, Doug Green speaks with Dane Surkamer, VP of Global Channel Sales at Digi International, about how the IoT leader is teaming with TELCLOUD to tackle the huge POTS line replacement market with Digi EX50 cellular solutions. “The EX50 being PoE-enabled means we can bring the device to where the service is, even in challenging locations like concrete basements,” Surkamer notes. “That flexibility is part of the value we bring to TELCLOUD’s solution and to our partners.

James Anderton of Engineering.com interviewed Digi International Principal Engineer Kevin Johnson on manufacturing and where data will change processes. "Where does artificial intelligence fit in? What does process control really mean when human interaction in manufacturing technology is limited? What’s the future for data in manufacturing?" Listen to the podcast to learn more.

Steve Rogerson, reporter for IMC IoT M2M Council, interviewed David Rush, Product Manager at Digi International, and Selim Albardak, Digi VP of Field Application Engineering, for the IMC blog. In his post, he shares insights from these two technology experts about how AI and machine learning are changing the game for smart city traffic management and transportation.

Pipeline Magazine published an article by Jeff Noska, Senior Director of Product Management at Digi Ventus, describing the risks of "DIY" IoT projects including security issues and lack of interoperability. "Some challenges that companies undertaking DIY IoT projects face include inconsistent connectivity, which means unreliable performance. Specialized technical expertise is necessary to ensure IoT devices and their networks run smoothly and effectively. Organizations will also find that scaling a DIY IoT project from proof-of-concept to a fully operational system can be difficult, especially as the number of devices and data points grows." He also describes how to avoid these challenges.

AI Innovator published an article by Felix Galindo, Principal Software Engineer at Digi International, describing how AI and machine learning are enabling intelligence at the network edge, with examples.

Oil & Gas Press shared Digi International's announcement of the launch of a full-suite solution for industrial infrastructure management, combining the new Digi Axess mobile app with the Digi Axess VPN Service for 24/7 secure industrial infrastructure access.

SupplyChainBrain published an article in their Think Tank Blog by Harald Remmert, Digi CTO, with insights on the challenges involved in asset and inventory tracking and how to solve them with technologies including IoT and AI.

Channel Vision Magazine's article describes how TELCLOUD, which offers white-label POTS line replacement, bolstered its POTS replacement solution for telecom resellers, MSPs and CPs with the certification of Digi International’s Digi EX50 5G cellular router for use within its solution. Together, TELCLOUD and Digi, a global IoT connectivity provider, will provide infrastructure, expertise and support to assist the channel in optimizing connectivity, seamlessly transitioning from over a billion legacy POTS lines to modern solutions

Technology Reseller shared Digi's announcement that it has certified the Digi EX50 5G cellular router for implementation in TELCLOUD’s POTS replacement solution for telecommunications resellers, MSPs, and channel partners. 

Mark Reilly, Managing Editor of the Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal, covered Digi's growth and profit, as well as the future outlook. "Despite challenges in the broader market, Digi's leadership is expressing confidence in the company's outlook, adjusting projections for the year ahead."

OEMs that develop applications and products for manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, and other industries using predictive maintenance, find that some of the biggest challenges include getting timely and useful data from an amalgam of sensors and connectivity solutions spread across facilities. When uptime is critical and asset availability is crucial, predictive maintenance can make all the difference. Read the article for insights.

In this Digital Signage Today article, Selim Albardak, VP, global solutions engineering at Digi International, shares insight on the threats posed to digital signage as well as how wireless and IoT options driving digital signage forward.

Use of Internet of Things (IoT) technology is on a rapid rise in the mining industry today as a key strategy to help prevent operational disruptions. This article, by Joe Mladek of Digi, describes the benefits and necessity of IoT technology in mining operations — from critical insights to worker safety.

This article by a Digi executive shared insights into the complex challenges of the utility industry, from modernizing legacy infrastructure to compliance challengs and bolstering against cyber threats, as well as key methods to address them. "Without the ability to fully automate, utilities would have to monitor thousands of devices manually. For example, it would be unrealistic for human personnel to investigate every alert from each device every time an issue gets reported. However, with a management platform, human workers would only need to review the top 2% or 1% of critical issues depending on the devices and importance of the data, e.g., revenue-grade data. Leading management platforms can also auto-resolve issues like rebooting routers and reconstructing communications without human intervention."

Circuit Cellular shared the launch announcement of of Digi X-ON®, a complete solution for large deployments of industrial and agricultural devices. "Digi X-ON changes industrial IoT from a complex multi-vendor puzzle into a single, seamless solution that drives real business results,” said Mike Rohrmoser, VP of Product Management, OEM Solutions at Digi International. “Customers can now focus on achieving their business goals instead of wrestling with the complexities of technology integration, scaling from concept to production with remarkable simplicity, speed, and scalability.”

North American Clean Energy shared Digi's announcement of the complete Digi X-ON® solution for digitial transformation. "For example, a lead customer, Fever Tags, empowers ranchers, feedlots and dairies to take a proactive and innovative approach to animal health, enabling early detection of illness, and allowing for timely intervention to reduce extensive antibiotic treatments, prevent death loss and disease spread. This not only improves animal welfare but also contributes to the animal’s continued weight gain and a more sustainable and responsible approach to livestock management."

Global Ag Tech Initiative shared the announcement of the launch of Digi X-ON®, a complete solution for large networks of connected devices. "With customers deploying Digi X-ON in a range of use cases, we are seeing excellent results, such as greater visibility into the health of large livestock herds, automation in buildings, and digital transformation in supply chain use cases, as well as improved return on investment,” said Mike Rohrmoser, VP of Product Management, OEM Solutions at Digi International.

At CES 2025, Ron Konezny, CEO of Digi International, joined Jill Malandrino on Nasdaq TradeTalks to discuss taking IoT into the future and the impact of the dramatic rise of AI.

In this issue of Kevin MD, Andreas Burghart of Digi shares insights on key considerations for manufacturers of medical devices used for outpatient care — from edge processing to device security.

Industrial IoT News Hub shared Digi's announcement that T-Mobile Partner Plus program is designed to make 5G adoption more accessible for businesses spanning diverse industries. It provides a substantial subsidy credit of up to $700, which — in this story’s case — makes Digi’s high-performance routers even more affordable when it comes to teams budgeting for requisite wireless networking needs.

Channel Futures shared that Digi 360, newly unveiled, is a subscription service offering a connectivity package designed to simplify the process of deploying internet of-things-focused projects. The solution enables automation and edge computing for the full range of industrial, enterprise and transportation deployments via management software, Digi networking devices, and customer care provided by Digi.

Embedded Computing Design reported that Digi launched its future-proof Digi 360, a new subscription-based solution delivering ease-of-use, deployment visibility, and enhanced ROI for Digi cellular routers. Digi 360 includes flexible devices, software, and services enhanced to streamline development of IoT projects.

Digi International officially announced the launch of Digi 360, a subscription-based offering that supports ease of use, deployment visibility and optimized ROIs for Digi cellular routers. Digi 360 offers comprehensive cellular solutions, including purpose-built devices, software and services, to help customers optimize their IoT investments and maximize ROI. These complete solutions are designed to simplify IoT complexity, and ease the challenges enterprises face in configuring, deploying and managing their IoT initiatives.

In this interview, Ben Tucker, Director of PM for Infrastructure Management at Digi International, delves into the shifting landscape of supply chain management, focusing on the critical areas of asset and inventory monitoring.

IT Europa covered Digi's appointment of Dane Surkamer as vice president of global channel sales, as part of the company's renewed commitment to its channel-centric strategy. Surkamer will be responsible for “accelerating” revenue growth through Digi’s channel network, and will be an “instrumental part” of the company’s channel

Channel Futures covered Digi's appointment of Dane Surkamer, formerly of Cradlepoint, as Digi's VP of global channel sales. "In his new role, Surkamer will drive revenue growth through Digi International’s channel network and will be an important part of the company’s channel program. He’ll focus on growth, streamlining processes and making it even easier for VARs and MSPs to collaborate with Digi International."

IoT M2M Council covered Digi's recent announcement of new and expanded support for Linux and improved Microsoft Windows functionality with the USB connectivity solution, Digi AnywhereUSB Plus. "The new Linux and Windows support comes as industries increasingly adopt SOM-based IIoT and IoT devices to leverage the power of 5G networks."

In this article on connected railways, Steve Mazur, business development manager at Digi, offers insights into the future of connectivity in railways. "Our expertise is in vital communications, which is more about positive train control, where it’s mission-critical," Mazur said. "Those systems can’t go down because of the safety of life factors, and we’ve made a name for ourselves there."

"The job of EV charging companies doesn’t end after a charger gets installed," says Matt Lilya, vice president of business development for Ventus, a Digi company. "EV charging companies must address connectivity and security challenges to ensure the highest uptime for their dispersed deployments." Read the article for more insights on EV charging network management.

Digi recently announced its latest work with security tech and Networking 2.0 company Atsign – namely, the availability of Atsign’s NoPorts on Digi’s IX40 cellular routers. This integration “empowers Industry 4.0 deployments with a robust and secure remote access solution, safeguarding critical edge infrastructure," quoted the author of this article, from Digi's press release. Read the article for more on this combined solution.

Digi provides industrial Internet of Things solutions, some of which use public and private cellular networks. Digi devices provide connectivity and remote access to customer equipment, such as oil and gas applications in the Permian Basin. This article is based on a conversation between Midland Reporter and Joe Mladek, regional sales manager with Digi. Read the article to learn more about how Digi is solving challenges in oil and gas remote communications.

The digitalization of industrial environments and applications, including the many use cases under the umbrella of Industry 4.0, require an evaluation of connectivity, security and risk mitigation. This article by Vitaly Kurduban of Digi covers the considerations and challenges industrial operations face in moving to Industry 4.0 technologies, and key solutions and strategies.

This article covers challenges in the oil and gas industry, and how companies like Digi are solving them with modernization. "As E&Ps struggle to transmit information over public networks in out-of-the-way oil and gas basins, tech firm Digi is working to improve its reception."

In this Pipeline magazine article Digi President and CEO, Ron Konezny, shares insights on digital transformation. "Business transformation is hard — however, when customer-driven, the positive sea change is worth the accompanying challenges," Konezny said. "Indeed, it cannot be stressed enough how important it is for companies to have the customer (and their IoT needs) as the chief driver of transformation." Read the article for more.

IoT Insider covered Lowes Foods' selection of SmartSense by Digi for its food safety monitoring solution. "SmartSense by Digi, a subsidiary of Digi International and a provider of IoT connectivity solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Lowes Foods, a regional grocery chain dedicated to offering customers the freshest and most innovative local products. Lowes Foods is owned by Alex Lee, along with IGA and KJ’s Market locations. The SmartSense IoT Sensing-as-a-Service framework will safeguard over 5000 assets across 141 Lowes Foods locations."

Twin Cities Business magazine covered the announcement of the 2024 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, focusing on the six from Minnesota — including Ron Konezny, Digi President and CEO. "EY unveiled the winners at a ceremony at the Fillmore in Minneapolis on Thursday. The awardees were selected 'based on their demonstration of long-term value through entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact, among other core contributions and attributes,' EY officials said in a statement."

Go Photonics listed the finalists in the 2024 Best of Sensors Awards, to be announced at Sensors Converge in Santa Clara, June 24-26, 2024. The list includes Digi Connect® Sensor XRT-M with Digi Axess, in the Industrial and Manufacturing category.

ChannelVision shared insights on the importance of Digi's appointment of Tony Puopolo as Digi's new Senior Vice President, General Manager of the company's Managed Solutions division. "Puopolo has two decades of experience in driving business growth and innovation within the technology sector – including 13 years with Cradlepoint – and is skilled in leading product strategy, building sales teams and deploying global channel programs.

With this role, he will focus on expanding Digi’s portfolio of managed services, empowering MSPs, resellers and customers to unlock 4G and 5G potential and driving sustainable growth."

Digitalisation World covered Digi's new appointment of Tony Puopolo as Senior Vice President, General Manager of Digi's Managed Solutions division. "With over two decades of experience in driving business growth and innovation within the technology sector, Tony Puopolo brings a wealth of expertise to his new role at Digi International. Puopolo will be responsible for leading Digi's Managed Solutions division, leveraging his proven track record in delivering customer-centric solutions that drive operational efficiencies and business value.

In this article, IoT Evolution World shines the spotlight on the addition of industry veteran Tony Puopolo to Digi's leadership team as Senior Vice President, General Manager of Digi's Managed Solutions division, sharing this quote from Puopolo: “I am honored to join the Digi team at such an exciting time in the company's journey. Digi's commitment to innovation, customer focus, and eliminating the hurdles to success in IoT deployments aligns perfectly with my own values. I am eager to leverage our collective expertise to deliver best-in-class solutions that address the evolving needs of our resellers and customers.”

The article adds, "With Puopolo at the Digi Managed Solutions helm, Digi leadership believes the company is well-positioned to accelerate its growth strategies as a comprehensive solutions partner, offering valuable end-to-end support across the landscape of IoT."

In this article, ARC Advisory Group showcased the new Digi Connect® Sensor XRT-M sensor solution. "XRT-M addresses the need for efficient remote monitoring in low/no power environments through its dual-battery extended run time and robust design. Digi Connect Sensor XRT-M is a rugged, battery-powered monitoring solution equipped with digital and analog I/O and configurable DC voltage level output for remote sensor connections, enabling cost-effective data collection from remote assets in minutes. Key features of the product line include its cellular connectivity and long battery life, an industrial feature set, and reliability in challenging conditions."

Embedded Computing Design covered Digi's announcement of the new Digi Connect® Sensor XRT-M sensor solution for remote, cellular-based sensor connectivity. "The solution is capable of remote monitoring in low/no power environments employing dual batteries delivering extended run time. Developers benefit from multiple connection options and admission to a cloud-based control solution offering advanced scalability, accessibility, and cost-efficiency."

Ron Konezny, Digi President and CEO, was named a finalist in the Ernst & Young 2024 Heartlands Entrepreneur of the Year Award, among 27 others. This thrilling recognition is testimony to the entrepreneurial spirit and innovative mindset of Digi's CEO.

In this edition of the DevTalk podcast, Rich Nass and Vin D'Agostino spoke with Digi President and CEO Ron Konezny. Listen to the podcast to hear these three technology-focused professionals banter about trends, the future of technology innovation and how Digi fills a critical niche with complete IoT solutions that support active, remote access to device networks.

In this article, ChannelPro Network covered Digi's expansion of its 5G offering via partner-driven innovation, via its alliance with 5GStore. "5GStore, a prominent player in the industry, is leveraging Digi WAN Bonding technology to enhance speed and reliability for their partners. This strategic alliance has already yielded results, with 5GStore stocking the latest Digi product releases, including the Digi TX40 and Digi IX40, available for purchase directly through their online platform."

Design World covered Digi's announcement of the new Digi Connect® Sensor XRT-M sensor connectivity solution. "Powered by Digi Axess, Digi Connect Sensor XRT-M is designed to deliver reliable and seamless remote monitoring and management. It offers customers both edge and cloud-based control options, with a management platform equipped with an intuitive interface for streamlining data management and enhancing operational efficiency." Learn more in the article.

IT Digest reviewed the launch of Digi Connect® Sensor XRT-M, powered by Digi Axess. This sensor connectivity solution is designed to deliver reliable and seamless remote monitoring and management. "A comprehensive overhaul of the legacy Digi Connect Sensor+ product, Digi Connect Sensor XRT-M addresses the need for efficient remote monitoring in low/no power environments through its dual-battery extended run time and robust design. Digi Connect Sensor XRT-M is a rugged, battery-powered monitoring solution equipped with versatile I/O for remote sensor connections, enabling cost-effective data collection from remote assets in minutes."

IoT M2M Council provided some excellent coverage of the collaboration between Digi and Sparkfun, and how the expansion of these combined product lines provide a vast range of versatile options for embedded developers. "Each SparkFun device received a complete overhaul and modernisation so it supports the entire line of XBee through-hole modules. Power supplies have been updated for cellular support."

Additionally, the article quoted Bob Blumenscheid, Digi's product marketing manager for the OEM division. “The boards are very inexpensive,” said Blumenscheid. “We found enterprise companies were going to them for proofs of concept."

This Embedded Computing Design article provides an extensive write-up of the new Digi Connect® Sensor XRT-M powered by Digi Axess. "The solution delivers reliable and seamless remote monitoring and management. Developers can utilize both edge and cloud-based control options with an intuitive interface simplifying data management and enhancing efficiency."

In this episode of the IoT For All Podcast, Ron Konezny, President and CEO of Digi International, joins Ryan Chacon to discuss why IoT solutions are key to IoT growth. The conversation covers the IoT industry’s strategic shift towards solutions-oriented offerings, emphasizing hardware-enabled recurring revenue models and the integration of wireless connectivity, platform software, and comprehensive services.

Electronic Products showcased some of the exciting product rollouts at Embedded World 2024, including the Digi ConnectCore® MP25 system-on-module. "Edge AI is highlighted in the module world with many of the latest SOMs focused on delivering advanced edge computing. One example is Digi International’s new Digi ConnectCore MP25 SOM, based on the STMicroelectronics STM32MP25 edge-AI microprocessor (MPU). It targets computer-vision applications in sectors such as industrial, medical, energy and transportation. The STM32MP25 is an industrial-grade 64-bit MPU for secure Industry 4.0 and advanced edge computing."

IoT M2M Council covered the new Digi ConnectCore® MP25 "IoT connectivity specialist Digi International has announced a new module providing highly reliable wireless connectivity and time-sensitive networking (TSN) designed for smart portable devices and Industry 4.0. The Digi ConnectCore MP25 system-on-module (SOM) features AI and machine learning capabilities, with an integrated neural processing unit and image signal processor."

IoT Evolution World announced the winners of the 2024 EMC Industrial IoT Product of the Year Awards, including Digi IX40, Digi's 5G edge computing industrial IoT cellular router solution, purpose-built for Industry 4.0.

Embedded Computing Design provided a description of each of the 2024 Embedded World Best in Show nominees, including Digi ConnecCore® MP25, a versatile and secure wireless system-on-module designed for industrial applications and smart connected devices.

IoT Evolution World reported on the collaboration between Digi and Telit Cinterion. "Telit Cinterion’s 5G RedCap M.2 card, the FN920C04, is officially being integrated into Digi International’s IX20 industrial router and its EX15 enterprise router. Both parties have deemed this a 'historic integration,' and it reflects a shared commitment to evolving IoT and 5G technologies that help future-proof customer networks."

This podcast features an interview with Digi President and CEO Ron Konezny. Ron discusses Digi's history in providing reliable hardware and its evolution into a solutions provider focusing on IoT. He also shares his own personal journey from in the wireless communications industry and his role in integrating technology and business models at Digi. The discussion also covers how IoT has evolved, the importance of a holistic system, and the challenges of managing IoT solutions. Additionally, the conversation covers the role of AI in refining IoT data analysis, the potential and limitations of technologies like 5G and LoRa, and more.

In this edition of IoT Evolution World, Alex Passett speaks with Ben Tucker, Director of Product Management for Digi's Infrastructure Management division. Tucker provided insights on some of the challenges in industrial connectivity — namely, getting the right data to the right place, securely and reliably, especially with a wide range of equipment and devices involved — and Digi's approach to solving these challenges. "By putting a layer in-between them, you can smartly control the data itself. You can prevent undue access to critical infrastructure and, at the same time, facilitate secure and manageable back-and-forth exchanges of data. This is necessary in civil infrastructure, manufacturing, avionics, environmental monitoring, you name it. We equip customers with what they need to keep all this working transparently and securely."

Industrial IoT News covered the launch of Digi IX40. "The company announced the market launch of its new Digi IX40 5G industrial cellular router. Digi IX40 is purpose-built for Industry 4.0 use cases ranging from industrial automation and smart manufacturing to advanced robotics, asset monitoring and predictive maintenance and much more. (The “much more” includes 5G cellular and fiber failover, smart grid distribution automation, DERMS, SCADA, etc.)"

In its product roundup, IoT Evolution World covered Digi IX40 — Digi's 5G edge computing industrial cellular solution for Industry 4.0. "Digi IX40 allows enterprises to connect multiple machines simultaneously, optimizing the integration of cloud-delivered operational technology (OT) services with information technology (IT) to enable network-wide visibility, monitoring and control."

MarketScale interview Curt Ahart of Digi at DISTRIBUTECH 2024 about private cellular networks, and why utilities are turning to them to enhance their network operations. Ahart provided some key insights. "The primary reason they’re going to private networks is reliability, security, and just having that real-time visibility into their grid. The thing about the private network is they control the SIMs, so really to have any access onto their network it would have to be provided by a SIM and any type of device, and they have complete control over that."