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Internet of Things World Forum 2014 – Why, What, Who and How #IoTWF
The Internet of Things is Here and Now. Looking outside of Cisco you can see this in the many and accelerating IoT companies that have been purchased this year – Google’s acquisition of Nest Labs, Facebook’s acquisition of What’s App, and many more. Internet of things has been around a…
Chicago is Host City for 2014 Internet of Things World Forum!
This week, Cisco is hosting over 70 companies and organizations for a second annual in-person Steering Committee meeting to plan the second Internet of Things World Forum (IoTWF). The goal of the Steering Committee is to shape the eventual Forum’s agenda and ensure it addresses top market opportu…
MGM Resorts International goes all in—and it pays off
When it comes down to it, MGM Resorts International’s focus revolves around its guests. And today, an important facet of hospitality includes an accessible, reliable network. But it doesn’t serve only the resort’s visitors; the network has also become a vital part of the business. Being one of many…
Wireless: More Than Just Internet Connection
Wi-Fi is a convenience many expect to encounter whether they are at work, at home, or even out and about, say, shopping. Connecting to the internet from anywhere, at any time, is the norm these days, and for good reason. Smart devices are becoming more and more popular, and people are bringing these…
Connections on the Strip – How MGM Upped the Wireless Ante
MGM Resorts in Las Vegas is all about hospitality. Being one of many major resorts on the renowned Las Vegas Strip, MGM was anxious to connect with guests – and have guests connect to them. They needed to offer something that the competition didn’t. So MGM partnered with Cisco to implement an IT inf…
Technology for Quality of Life – Wireless enhances community living
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina (PCSC) is a not-for-profit organization that operates a network of retirement communities. With nearly 800 residents across five locations, PCSC needed to collaborate and enhance their IT network to better connect residents, their guests, and secure busines…
Going Mobile with Mobilize Magazine
Almost anywhere you go nowadays, you have internet access at your fingertips. With the trend of smart phones, tablets, and other personal devices taking flight, we’re just a touch away from being connected – and with that comes high expectations. Not only are we experiencing an influx of mobile user…
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