Since the early 1990s, the SIM card has been the key to mobile connectivity. It authenticates users with operators and enables network access. Today, a new paradigm is emerging: embedded SIM (eSIM). This technology embeds a programmable chip directly into devices, eliminating the need for a physica

In July 2021, the European Commission set an ambitious goal: by 2030, 40 % of Europe’s energy consumption must come from renewable sources. This shift brings a new set of challenges to grid operators—balancing highly variable renewable generation with rising demand, especially from electric vehicle

Across Europe, climate change is widely recognized as the greatest existential threat. For businesses, this heightened awareness means that customers are increasingly evaluating the environmental impact of their operations, according to Diana Pani, Senior Director of Wireless Standards and Innovati

Tableau excels at translating complex data sets into clear, actionable visuals that resonate with non‑technical stakeholders. While SQL drives the heavy lifting behind analytics, Tableau’s drag‑and‑drop interface makes it possible for anyone to create compelling charts and dashboards. Why Tableau

Albert Einstein once noted, “Genius is making complex ideas simple.” In the age of digital transformation, that principle is more relevant than ever. Industrial processes generate vast, fragmented data streams that can overwhelm traditional IT stacks. A streamlined, low‑code platform can cut throug

Blockchain is already beginning to influence a wide array of industries—from finance to media—and its reach may even extend to the way citizens cast ballots.Despite the telecom sector’s history of adopting cutting‑edge technology, it has yet to fully leverage blockchain’s capabilities. Jonas Lundqvi

Joseph Zulick, Manager at MRO Electric and Supply Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are reshaping how we interact with technology. Joseph Zulick, manager at MRO Electric and Supply, highlights how these advancements are transforming everything from personal devices to in

According to the World Health Organization, nine out of ten people worldwide breathe polluted air. The organization also reports that 7 million deaths globally and between 90 000 to 360 000 deaths each year in the United States are linked to air‑pollution‑related conditions. Freelance journalist Jo

Livia Rosu of HomeGrid ForumWe live in an increasingly digital world, where technology keeps us connected across all facets of life. According to DataProt, there were more than 10 billion active Internet of Things (IoT) devices in 2021, a figure projected to exceed 25 billion by 2030.While early IoT

Humans are visual thinkers. From traffic signs to dashboard displays, we instantly recognize shapes and colors, often before we read the words. This instinct extends to industrial settings, where international symbols on equipment allow operators across the globe to interpret functions without lang

Nick Lockley, CEO of BetterM2M, explains how intelligent networks simplify and enhance connectivity for modern businesses. In a rapidly evolving communications landscape, choosing the right solution is essential—and intelligent networks (INs) are emerging as a reliable choice. What Is an Intelligen

Four years after the UK government promised every home would have a smart energy meter, the national rollout has fallen far short. Consumer scepticism continues to slow adoption, threatening the country’s net‑zero ambitions. Keith Bastian, CEO of Fischer Future Heat and Outfox the Market, explains

Today, data is the engine of growth, and its value hinges on quality. Poor data can cost companies 30% or more of their revenue. Gartner reports that the average annual loss from low‑quality data ranges from $9.7 million to $14.2 million. Managing inconsistent data quality is expensive, but modern t

In any software endeavor, inadequate requirement gathering often results in subpar products. This principle is amplified in the IoT domain—a multidisciplinary field where precision is paramount. Beyond simply articulating business needs, an RFP serves as the foundational query that drives vendor sel

Keith Brody of Evolving Systems When discussing enterprise software—especially billing—two perspectives dominate: theory and practice. As revenues from traditional telco services erode, exemplified by the disruption of SMS revenue by WhatsApp, communication service providers (CSPs) must move quickl

Sharon Dileo of iconectiv MEC, VNF, and 5G empower operators with unprecedented scalability, flexibility, and efficiency, unlocking fresh services and revenue opportunities. Yet, to seize these benefits, Sharon Dileo, iconectiv’s product‑management director, stresses that operators must first adopt

Automation technologies and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are reshaping modern manufacturing, and the demand for robust control hardware is rising in tandem. Yet this critical aspect often fades into the background while attention is given to advanced software. Stephen Hayes, Managing Di

Globally, the adoption of smart metering in the water sector is accelerating. Revenue share of AMI and AMR—advanced meter infrastructure and automated meter reading—rose from 28.2% in 2012 to 46.7% in 2020. Water scarcity, leakage detection, and the need for precise billing and asset management are

Emerging technologies frequently open new avenues for delivering customer value. In the tech world, a “killer app” is an application so compelling that it becomes the defining element of the technology itself. James Hayward, principal analyst at IDTechEx, notes that e‑textiles have hundreds of pote

As 3GPP Release 13 defined the next generation of cellular IoT connectivity, two distinct standards emerged: Cat‑M1 and NB‑IoT. While the market quickly fragmented, the technical differences are often misunderstood. Below we unpack the objective parameters that shape a device’s performance, cost,