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While most people know what Wi-Fi is and probably use it on a daily basis, few actually understand the difference between each protocol. With Wi-Fi 7 fast approaching, it’s a good time to explain each Wi-Fi standard, starting with Wi-Fi's genesis all the way back in 1997 with 802.11.
As consumers and enterprises find 5G alluring for novel device applications and use cases, ABI Research market forecasts confirm that 5G subscriptions are going to rapidly take off. By 2026, there will be more 5G subscriptions than 4G subscriptions. But in order for 5G to truly blossom, the market needs to evolve and ensure that 5G support is widespread. With that, we decided to list six upcoming 5G-supported devices to give you a glimpse into the future of 5G.
The first step toward the smart power tool was the advent of the connected power tool. These intelligent tool systems provide manufacturers, construction companies, and Do-it-Yourself (DIY) consumers with valuable data about their power tools, as well as various levels of automation like smart drilling/torque settings. Although the smart power tool market is immature, there are a number of reasons why the market will grow in the coming years, notably the practical application of tool data.
Upon hearing the word “metaverse,” many people think about gaming, virtual commerce, attending a sporting event, or other consumer applications. However, the enterprise metaverse—not the consumer space—has a greater incentive to take the plunge and invest in virtual solutions. This is because several substantiated use cases of the metaverse have already been demonstrated for business operations. Spanning everything from employee training to enhancing virtual conferences, and improving remote work to customer experience, the metaverse is not short on benefits for the enterprise. In this article, I will point out five of the most compelling use cases of the metaverse in enterprise settings.
The pulp and paper industry is a largely unsung hero in our tech-focused world. However, without the industry, e-commerce would shut down immediately due to a lack of packaging materials. Moreover, paper is a crucial material for tissues, towels, personal hygiene, and medical care products. As for pulp, it’s used for creating plywood, lumber materials, and high-quality papers. Needless to say, pulp and paper producers are here to stay, though the industry is currently in the midst of taking the next step in its evolution.
From the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic to now, there’s been a seemingly never-ending array of supply chain hindrances. From staff shortages to rising freight costs, and a shortage of raw materials to war in Europe, a slew of issues is negatively affecting logistical capabilities. While some of these issues have carried over from the worldwide pandemic, others have only recently surfaced in 2022. Making the necessary pivots to remain viable will necessitate companies to get clued in on all the latest global supply chain trends. Remaining out of the loop will lead to a failure to improvise, which will result in a loss in customer loyalty when demands can’t be met on time.
As pointed out in the blog post Government Issued ID: Key Trends to Know Before Green Lighting New Projects, the government Identification (ID) market was largely spared from the global semiconductor chip shortage. While demand for government-issued smart cards is growing and will continue to keep growing, thanks to most COVID-19 travel restrictions being lifted, this also means smart card personalization players will face relentless competition. Gaining market share boils down to succeeding in four key areas: personalization flexibility, advanced printing technologies, additional security features, and scalable solutions.
The benefits of digital transformation in manufacturing should be pretty clear. Like other Industry 4.0 applications, digitally transformed manufacturers possess greater speed, agility, and scale for operations. Equipping plants and facilities with technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and other connected devices unlocks a goldmine of operational information and, ultimately, a competitive edge. Only with a fully digitalized approach can manufacturers defeat the army of challenges confronting them today.
Like virtually every other industry, the telecommunications (telecom) industry has been affected by current macroeconomic and geopolitical trends (war in Europe, high inflation, global warming, etc.), causing doubt about the future of their enterprise. In some areas, the influence of these key telecom trends may not be as severe as you’d think, but in other areas, there are some radical departures taking place. To help operators and ecosystem players understand the effects of ongoing global challenges, and how to plan for the future, ABI Research has compiled some of the most important developments surrounding the telecoms sector.