One of the biggest barriers to digital transformation is knowing where to start. Another is finding the budget. Enhanced video surveillance provides a great example of how to overcome both. Take retail, for instance. Most stores have extensive video surveillance systems to catch shoplifters and pilfering employees. Often, these systems can be quickly and cost-effectively…

For a large retailer in the news recently, 90 minutes of system issues likely cost it approximately $50 million in lost sales. Initial reports showed that the company was unable to process credit card transactions because of an error that occurred during a normal maintenance cycle. Obviously, that’s bad news for a retailer — and…

In my conversations with customers, I’ve observed that there’s still quite a bit of confusion in some circles surrounding intent-based networking. Some people are unclear on exactly what IBN is, what it does and how it can benefit their organization. At the risk of sounding simplistic, the answer is right in the name: An IBN…

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Manufacturers can use the Internet of Things as the foundation for digital transformation efforts that maximize efficiency, productivity and customer satisfaction. But as they explore these efforts, many manufacturers run into two common hurdles: applying IoT to legacy manufacturing equipment and making sense of all the data flooding in. The good news is both hurdles…

Cities and municipalities face a number of tough questions as they try to provide residents with a good place to work and live. How much congestion and pollution are caused by vehicles circling the block as drivers look for a parking spot? Which intersections have the most near-miss accidents? Where is jaywalking common — and…