Telecom & Technology Consulting
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
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
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
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
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
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
Ransom isn’t the same as it used to be. In the past there were kidnappings, secret hideouts and negotiations between the good guys and the bad guys. Now we have ransomware, a term that describes how a computer is first infected, then its data encrypted, with the “kidnapper” threatening to destroy the data unless they’re paid a lot of money. Ransomware isn’t a new by any stretch. But according to security provider Carbon Black, ransomware… MORE
Every year, technology companies and investors ramp up for a new set of opportunities. 2017 is no different. We assessed some of the major technology opportunities and how companies can approach them. Exponentials This newer class of technology includes robotics, virtual and augmented reality (VR) (AR), 3-D printing, and artificial intelligence (AI). There are also so-called “cognitive technologies” like computer vision, machine learning, natural language processing, and speech and pattern recognition. All of these are… MORE
