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Edge Computing for Smarter Streets: Real-Time Intelligence on the Road
By Keith Heckel, DA Solutions Architect You’re stuck at a red light. There’s no cross traffic. No pedestrians. Just a long, unnecessary wait while emergency responders a few blocks away are slowed by the same outdated system. Now imagine a different kind of intersection. One that sees what’s happening in real time, adapts instantly, and […]
The Future of Intelligent Workspaces: Turning Data into Action
By Keith Heckel, DA Solutions Architect Your walls know more than you think. Every hallway, meeting room, and sales floor is packed with signals about how people move, gather, and engage. The problem? Most spaces don’t have the right technology in place to turn that data into actionable insights. Cisco Spaces transforms your existing infrastructure […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: From Awareness to Action
By Ashlee Weingarten, Marketing Manager Every October, organizations around the world recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month – a tradition that began more than two decades ago to spotlight the importance of staying safe online. But in 2025, awareness is no longer enough. Today’s cyber landscape is faster, more complex, and more relentless than ever. Attackers are […]
We Are the Champions: Building a Cybersecurity Culture that Lasts
How to Empower Employees and Strengthen Defenses from the Inside Out By Nick Kelly, Senior Security Solutions Architect In cybersecurity, there is a long-standing cliché: “users are the problem.” You may have heard some of the old, tired jokes: “User is a four-letter word” “PEBKAC – problem exists between keyboard and chair” “It’s an ID10T […]
Optimized, Not Automated: The Role of RF Design in AI-Driven Wi-Fi
By Keith Heckel, DA Solutions Architect Over the last 20+ years, we have seen the wireless landscape undergo a seismic shift. From the early days of 802.11 b, offering speeds of only 11 Mbps, to today’s Wi-Fi 6 and emerging Wi-Fi 7 standards delivering multi-gigabit output, efficiency, and support for dense device environments, wireless performance […]
AI-Driven Wireless Networks: The Future of Connectivity
By Keith Heckel, DA Solutions Architect In today’s hyper-connected world, wireless networks are the backbone of virtually every business operation. Yet managing these networks remains a complex, resource-intensive challenge. IT teams often grapple with unpredictable interference, fluctuating demand, and security threats, all while striving to provide employees and customers with seamless, high-performance connectivity. So, how […]
Cyber Threats in K–12: Empowering Students, Staff & Families Through Smarter Security Training
By Nick Kelly, Senior Security Solutions Architect Today’s K-12 students are fundamentally different from generations before them. As true digital natives, they’ve grown up in a world where constant connectivity is the norm. Their lives unfold online – whether through social interactions, gaming, collaborating, or learning. Yet, despite the central role technology plays in students’ […]
From Awareness to Action: Evolving Security Through Human Risk Management
By Nick Kelly, Senior Security Solutions Architect For years, risk management strategies have often focused on user behavior as a key factor in organizational security. However, this perspective can be oversimplified. Users are simply not all the same, and their training can’t be one size fits all. How does your organization and your security team […]
Not All Security Cameras Are Created Equal – Make Sure Yours Are Safe
In an era where national security and cybersecurity threats are on the rise, organizations must ensure their physical security infrastructure aligns with federal regulations. One critical regulation is the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which restricts the use of certain telecommunications and surveillance equipment that could pose security risks. For businesses working with federal agencies, […]
Cybercriminals are Targeting Education – Here’s How Schools Can Stay Secure
Michael O’Connell, Senior Security Solutions Architect Cyberattacks continue to wreak havoc across industries, but in recent years, the education sector has been hit particularly hard. According to findings from K12 Security Information eXchange (K12 SIX), the number of disclosed cyber incidents in schools in the U.S. averages out to a rate of more than one […]
Tax Scams are on the Rise – Here’s How Aspire can Help Keep you Protected Year Round
By Nick Kelly, Senior Security Solutions Architect at Aspire Technology Partners It’s officially tax season, and with that comes many online scams that are generated to fool people into disclosing sensitive financial information. As many look to either file themselves or to get help, it’s important to be diligent. Tax scams are commonly used for […]
Wireless Design for the Big Return to Office
A Checklist for Building or Refreshing Your Wireless Office Network By Keith Heckel Jr., Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer at Aspire Technology Partners As more organizations return to their offices, they find that older networks – especially wireless networks – may not be up to the task. We have seen a wide spectrum of cases, from “Greenfield” […]