Posts by Bob McCallister

Technology trends may come and go, but few things remain as consistent as the growth of broadband. It’s an objective fact that broadband consumption keeps rising, which is a driving force for the overall success of the telecommunications industry. If you look at mobile traffic across the globe, it’s been increasing by nearly 50% each year, with wireless traffic seeing approximately a 20% annual boost.  What accounts for this seemingly endless growth? Sure, there are…  MORE

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Ever since the invention of the wheel, people have been imagining and predicting how technology will shape human life (and business). Now that it’s impossible to separate tech from our daily lives, it easier to assess what will come tomorrow, next month, and next year. But rather than looking to just 2018, we wanted to take a longer, half-decade view. Here are some trends to be aware of from now until 2023: Technology companies are…  MORE

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There are so many web sites and news sources about telcos these days, it can be hard to know where to focus. For example, with all the stories about 5G, NFV/SDN and IoT devices, you may believe those are the areas that should be priorities. That may be the reality for some network operators, but many are still devoting the bulk of their time to their legacy TDM-based assets. It’s something they can’t overlook, since…  MORE

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If we could safely predict one business issue for telecom providers, it’s that they will always have to increase performance of their networks. Data traffic will only grow, as will the expectations of consumer and businesses. For this reason, mobile networks are enhancing their networks with small cells. Small cells are a highly effective way to deliver coverage in any environment, be it residential, commercial and rural spaces. Plus, when you strategically deploy small cells,…  MORE

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Unless you’ve been living off the grid the past decade, you know that data is everything in business these days. Those who access the right data and apply it the right way are the ones who stay on top. We typically hear about data in relation to marketing and sales. But network operations teams are learning that they can use data to make a big difference as well. The truth is, as organizations transform into…  MORE

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No one could realistically debate the importance of IT services. To literally stay in business and serve their customers, every company needs a reliable network and data security. But the reality is that many can’t afford a full-time, in-house staff that’s up to speed with latest technology. That’s why it’s become common to outsource IT services to a managed service provider (MSP). Part of that working relationship means that the provider assumes a certain level…  MORE

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No one has to tell retailers about their 21st century economic challenges. With the omni-channel consumer now in control, retailers need every advantage they can get. Fortunately, most have been wise to see data as a key tool to win customer loyalty and boost margins. Here at Agnostic, we see our clients continue to investment in their data operations, both in technology and personnel. And that’s a good thing. By using data to inform their decisions,…  MORE

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If you’re a retailer, technology can seem like a constant game of catching up. First you needed a world-class e-commerce site, then the right CRM solution, then the ideal marketing automation software. Now you have to adapt to Virtual Reality (VR). You’ve undoubtedly read article after article about how VR is infiltrating every aspect of life. Medicine, education, sports, gaming, travel and many other sectors are changing with the use of this space-age technology. It’s…  MORE

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