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Private Cellular Networks are Coming to Canada: Here’s What You Need to Know

While the roll-out of 5G across the country has been in the spotlight when it comes to connectivity, there’s another technology organizations should be considering (and potentially preparing for) that can provide myriad benefits.

The adoption of Private Cellular Networks (PCNs) in Canada is still early, but implementations at a few sites in this country and in other markets demonstrate the benefits, and why creating a PCN now could make more sense for a business than waiting for greater 5G coverage.

Exclusive, reliable and secure

What’s a PCN? You might have missed this technology, which has spent the last few years in the shadow of 5G. As its name implies, a PCN provides a dedicated, private cellular network for your business and its requirements. It’s also sometimes referred to as a Wireless Private Network (WPN).

Because the network is designed for your company, it offers enhanced security, can comply with your specific corporate protocols, and can meet your specific bandwidth requirements. PCNs are often found in remote industrial environments where connectivity to a public network can be less reliable. They are also appropriate for mission-critical applications that require uninterrupted uptime.

Private networks can be deployed with 4G LTE or 5G, and as we’ll see, the benefits don’t depend on speed. The exclusive use of a PCN means more security and a reliable connection that you control. This can be attractive to industries that need to provide secure internet access over a large area, such as mining, hospitals, education campuses, factories and warehouses. Private networks are also a natural fit for smart city applications, and utility and transportation companies.

While publicly accessible cellular service can have dead spots, a private network guarantees high-quality connections in areas serviced. Private networks are also more cost-effective than legacy Wi-Fi in deployments that cover a large geographic area. In applications such as ports, mines, large manufacturing floors or distribution centres, Wi-Fi requires denser deployment of access points.

PCNs in action

The market for PCNs took off in the U.S. when the Federal Communications Commission auctioned off Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum in 2020. Carriers and telcos acquired spectrum licenses and began offering enterprise customers private wireless networks in the 3.5 GHz band.

Here in Canada, CBRS is not available. PCNs must be deployed with the help of one of the cellular carriers, who can provide the required spectrum. Some carriers offer private networks as an end-to-end managed service.

Kirkland Lake Gold last year partnered with Rogers to deploy a private 5G network in Northern Ontario to support its Detour Lake Mine operation. For this industry in particular, where work sites are remote and spread out, connectivity can be unreliable and limited. The private network offers the bandwidth required to enable applications such as autonomous hauling vehicles, while supporting workers with reliable connectivity — thereby improving efficiency, communication and worker safety.

Deployments can be found across a variety of industries. Consider a hospital, airport or manufacturing facility, for example, where there is a large area of coverage required to support IoT applications. Some other recent global deployment examples include the following:

In 2021, the City of Las Vegas deployed what it calls the U.S.’s largest private municipal network, which covers 65 square miles, connecting city departments and students around the downtown area.
Verizon will create a private network for The Port of Virginia, which plans to leverage the network for the possible use of autonomous over-the-road trucks to access Virginia International Terminals to drop-off and pick-up shipping containers.
The U.S. carrier entered into a similar agreement with BlackRock, a New York-based investment company, which will replace its Wi-Fi throughout its office in New York City and leverage the new network to access tools and applications that require high bandwidth, such as virtual enhanced training, real-time edge computing and more.
In India, Apollo Hospitals deployed a private 5G network, which they leveraged to perform the country’s first 5G driven, Artificial Intelligence (AI) guided colonoscopy trial. The image processing required for the procedure was performed in real time on the private network
The AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas — home to the NBA’s San Antonio Spurs — plans to equip the arena with a private network to support fans and their experiences while onsite, such as offering in-seat ordering and cashless payments.

Research firm IDC has anticipated global sales of private 4G LTE/5G infrastructure will increase 400 per cent from 2019 to 2024, growing from US$945 million to US$5.7 billion.

The trajectory of the technology globally is clear, but what is its status here?

The Canadian market

The conversation about business connectivity in Canada has been dominated by 5G lately, creating the impression that only 5G connections are worth considering, even if it means waiting for greater availability for private network applications. In truth, there’s no need to wait for expanded 5G coverage to take advantage of PCNs. While a 5G-ready network is ideal to ensure an organization is prepared to benefit from the next generation technologies, a 4G LTE-enabled private network offers sufficient capacity and performance for most use cases. Indeed, 5G isn’t necessarily the right choice for every application or every business.

While 5G becomes more available to businesses, Canadian companies have options for private networks that can meet immediate needs for high-performing site connectivity. As current deployments have shown, PCNs have already delivered on their promise.

Private networks are changing the way many organizations are connecting people, places and IoT. With security and connectivity top of mind, no matter your industry, it’s time to start thinking about PCNs and whether they make sense for you.

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Understanding Cybersecurity Management in DeFi (UCM-DeFi) – Blockchain Security (Article 4)

In today’s digital landscape, blockchain technology has emerged as a powerful force, revolutionizing sectors like healthcare, finance, government, and commerce with its unparalleled security features. However, as with any technological advancement, it has not been immune to the cunning tactics of cybercriminals. The very features that make blockchain robust can also attract malicious actors who seek to exploit its vulnerabilities.

Understanding Cybersecurity Management in DeFi (UCM-DeFi), a five-article series, aims to discuss decentralized finance and explore a range of cybersecurity issues that impact DeFi and blockchain-based financial solutions. The articles in this series are based on the recent book titled Understanding Cybersecurity Management for DeFi, published by Springer this year. This fourth article aims to illuminate the various blockchain attacks and the respective countermeasures implemented to avoid or mitigate such attacks. Even though a foolproof cybersecurity solution is currently unattainable, the countermeasures discussed herein strive to reduce the impact of attacks on blockchain technology.

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Digital Promotions Report: Your Guide to Building High-Performing Promotion Campaigns

When it comes to driving engagement, leveraging promotions has always been an advertisers’ first choice. Today, as it expands to the digital format, campaigners must indulge in data-driven capabilities to fine-tune strategy and maximize promotion performance.

Here’s the latest “Digital Performance Report” that shares unique insights on variables brands can manipulate to design outstanding performance campaigns. Plus, you will discover:

• 5 key variables of promotion performance
• 3 important phases of the promotion journey
• Research insights to put findings into action

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Leveraging Cloud Information Management Solutions For Government

Governments work hard to deliver on citizens’ expectations for simple, cost-effective digital experiences that improve services.

Additionally, government organizations find it difficult to innovate with their current systems and infrastructure due to a lack of technical resources.

Download this eBook and learn how government cloud solutions facilitate a smooth transition to digital transformation that changes how agencies collaborate and work, leading to more agile and resilient operations.

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Five Key CFO Priorities for 2023

While finance teams have become accustomed to disruption, this doesn’t mean that they’re yet in a place to fully weather the storm. There’s still plenty of room for improvement that results in an agile, seamless FP&A process.

As a finance leader, how can you drive transformation that empowers your team to plan smarter and react with agility in an ever-unpredictable trading environment?

Look no further, as we explore five unmissable finance priorities for 2023.

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Planes, Trains, and Automobiles

The pandemic was a universal wake-up call and a reminder that a strong travel policy is about more than just cost control.

This whitepaper shares insights from a conversation with Rachel D’Argenio of Ernst & Young, Kathy Nolfo of Huron, and Hansini Sharma of Acquis Consulting Group to build a sustainable travel program.

Explore their views on:

The emerging trends for business travel
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Strategic Advantages of a Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure

As IT decision-makers strive to deliver operational excellence and transformational innovation, they discover that intelligent cloud infrastructure is mission-critical.

A hybrid cloud infrastructure represents a best-of-both-worlds approach, enabling IT leaders to customize the optimal mix of public cloud, private cloud, and on-premises infrastructure solutions.

This smart technology guide assesses four ways a hybrid cloud infrastructure helps organizations:

Gain a competitive edge against peers
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Digital Promotions Report: A Comprehensive Guide to Creating Effective Promotion Campaigns

Introduction:

In today’s highly competitive digital landscape, implementing effective promotion campaigns is essential for businesses to drive customer engagement, increase brand awareness, and boost sales. This report serves as a comprehensive guide to help you build high-performing digital promotion campaigns that yield impactful results.

Understanding Your Audience:

Before diving into the creation of promotion campaigns, it is crucial to have a deep understanding of your target audience. Conduct thorough market research to identify their demographics, preferences, behaviors, and pain points. This knowledge will enable you to tailor your promotions to resonate with your audience and generate better response rates.

Set Clear Objectives:

Clearly define your promotion campaign objectives. Whether your goal is to drive website traffic, generate leads, increase conversions, or enhance brand visibility, setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) objectives will guide your campaign strategy and enable you to measure success effectively.

Choose the Right Digital Channels:

Selecting the most suitable digital channels to promote your campaigns is crucial. Consider your target audience’s online behavior and preferences. Channels such as social media platforms, email marketing, influencer collaborations, search engine advertising, and content marketing can all play significant roles in reaching and engaging your target audience effectively.

Compelling Creative Assets:

Create visually appealing and compelling creative assets to grab the attention of your audience. High-quality images, videos, graphics, and catchy headlines can make a significant impact on the success of your promotion campaigns. Ensure that your creatives align with your brand identity and convey a clear message that resonates with your target audience.

Personalization and Segmentation:

Leverage data-driven insights to personalize your promotion campaigns. Segment your audience based on demographics, behaviors, and preferences to deliver targeted and relevant promotions. Personalization enhances the customer experience, increases engagement, and improves the likelihood of conversion.

Clear Call-to-Action (CTA):

A clear and compelling call-to-action is essential to prompt your audience to take the desired action. Whether it’s making a purchase, subscribing to a newsletter, or downloading a resource, your CTA should be prominent, persuasive, and easy to follow. Use actionable language and create a sense of urgency to drive immediate response.

A/B Testing and Optimization:

Implement A/B testing to optimize your promotion campaigns continuously. Test different variations of creative assets, headlines, CTAs, and targeting strategies to identify what resonates best with your audience. Analyze the results and make data-driven adjustments to improve campaign performance.

Tracking and Analytics:

Utilize robust tracking and analytics tools to monitor the performance of your promotion campaigns. Track key metrics such as click-through rates, conversion rates, customer acquisition costs, and return on investment (ROI). This data will provide valuable insights into campaign effectiveness and help you refine your strategies for future campaigns.

Post-Campaign Evaluation:

Once your promotion campaign concludes, conduct a thorough evaluation of its overall performance. Assess whether you achieved your objectives, review the key metrics, and identify areas for improvement. Document your learnings to inform future campaigns and refine your promotional strategies continually.

Conclusion:

Building high-performing digital promotion campaigns requires a strategic approach, deep audience understanding, compelling creative assets, effective personalization, clear CTAs, continuous optimization, and data-driven analysis. By following the guidelines outlined in this report, you can create promotion campaigns that maximize engagement, drive conversions, and deliver measurable results in today’s digital landscape.

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Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) has emerged

Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) is a technology-driven approach that combines artificial intelligence (AI) and robotic process automation (RPA) to automate and streamline business processes. In the insurance industry, IPA can be highly beneficial, revolutionizing various aspects of insurance operations. Here are some key areas where IPA can be applied in insurance:

Claims Processing: Claims handling involves numerous repetitive and rule-based tasks, such as data entry, document processing, and fraud detection. IPA can automate these tasks, reducing errors, improving efficiency, and accelerating claims processing times. AI-powered algorithms can also analyze historical claims data to identify patterns and make predictions, aiding in decision-making and fraud detection.
Underwriting: IPA can assist in automating the underwriting process by analyzing vast amounts of data from various sources. It can extract relevant information, perform risk assessments, and provide recommendations for policy pricing and terms. By automating underwriting tasks, insurers can reduce manual effort, enhance accuracy, and speed up the overall underwriting process.
Customer Service: IPA can enhance customer service in insurance by deploying chatbots or virtual assistants that can interact with policyholders, answer frequently asked questions, provide policy information, and assist with basic policy changes or inquiries. These virtual assistants can use natural language processing and machine learning algorithms to understand customer queries and provide appropriate responses, ensuring quick and efficient customer support.
Policy Administration: The administration of insurance policies involves various administrative tasks, such as policy issuance, endorsements, renewals, and cancellations. IPA can automate these processes by extracting relevant data from applications, updating policy information, generating policy documents, and managing policy changes. This helps improve operational efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance the overall policy administration process.
Regulatory Compliance: The insurance industry is subject to numerous regulations and compliance requirements. IPA can assist in automating compliance-related tasks, such as data collection, analysis, and reporting

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Aligned, one of the leading data center providers,

Aligned, a company operating in the data center construction vertical, recognized the importance of achieving aggressive speed-to-market while minimizing risks. In order to enhance their build efficiency across multiple general contractors (GCs) and their entire data center portfolio, Aligned decided to leverage Procore, a construction management software solution. This case study examines how Aligned successfully achieved several key objectives using Procore:

Quality, Consistency, and Unprecedented Speed-to-Market: By implementing Procore, Aligned was able to ensure the quality and consistency of their construction projects while significantly reducing the time required to bring data centers to market. Procore’s suite of project management tools facilitated streamlined collaboration, improved communication, and enhanced transparency between Aligned and their GCs. This enabled faster decision-making, reduced project delays, and accelerated the overall construction process.
Cost Savings and Consistency Across All GCs: Aligned aimed to achieve cost savings and maintain consistency across their projects, even when working with multiple GCs. Procore’s unified platform provided Aligned with a standardized set of tools, processes, and documentation templates that could be easily shared and implemented across their construction projects. This consistency helped reduce errors, minimize rework, and optimize resource allocation, leading to cost savings and improved operational efficiency.
Faster Turnaround of Time-Sensitive Documents: Procore played a crucial role in expediting the turnaround time for time-sensitive documents in the construction process. The software’s cloud-based document management system enabled seamless collaboration and real-time access to project documentation, eliminating the need for manual handling and physical document exchanges. This significantly reduced the time required for reviewing, approving, and distributing critical documents, ensuring that project timelines remained on track.

By leveraging Procore, Aligned successfully achieved their objectives of improving quality, consistency, speed-to-market, cost savings, and document management efficiency. The software’s comprehensive suite of construction management tools empowered Aligned to optimize their construction processes, mitigate risks, and drive success across their data center portfolio.

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