Digital Lifescapes

Wireless communication networking continues to evolve. More enterprise IT organizations are envisioning new applications that empower frontline and corporate employees to streamline mobile workflow. A public cellular network relies on shared infrastructure and resources which are utilized by numerous other subscribers. In contrast, private cellular networks are prevalent among businesses aiming to increase privacy, safety and control over a network used exclusively by their employees and guests. Private Wireless Network Market Development   According to the latest market study by Juniper Research , enterprise spend on private networks will near $10 billion globally by 2028 -- that's rising from $1 billion in 2023. Growing by 722 percent, the three vertical industries driving the market were identified as: Manufacturing (35 percent), Energy (20 percent), and Public Services (16 percent). The need for private networks that can support high device densities and operate over large geo...

The healthcare sector has advanced technological innovation. But the fragmented way in which many hospitals acquire solutions can introduce cost, time, and resource inefficiencies that hinder care delivery and the ability to meet strategic objectives. Therefore, the last several years have seen healthcare providers around the world embrace the concept of the 'smart hospital' as a means of optimizing multiple aspects of their IT performance. However, hospital implementation of new technologies can present significant challenges for the adopting organizations in terms of cybersecurity, interoperability, and execution. Smart Hospital Market Development According to the latest worldwide market study by Juniper Research, smart hospitals will deploy 7.4 million connected Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) devices globally by 2026 -- that's estimated to be over 3,850 devices per smart hospital. This global figure represents total growth of 231 percent over 2021 when 3.2 million dev...

The COVID-19 pandemic created unprecedented demand for emergency care. Many healthcare sector leaders would like to be at the forefront of tech-enabled medical caregiving. However, the fragmented way that hospitals acquire solutions can introduce cost, time, and resource inefficiencies that hinder care delivery. As a result, some healthcare providers have embraced the concept of the ‘Smart Hospital’ as a means of optimizing multiple aspects of their operational performance. The current model isn't perfect, and the implementation can present challenges -- such as cybersecurity, interoperability, and solution execution. Smart Hospital Market Development According to the latest worldwide market study by Juniper Research, the smart hospitals market will be worth $59 billion by 2026 -- that's up from $29 billion in 2021, representing an average annual growth of 15 percent. The concept of the smart hospital includes healthcare providers leveraging advanced analytics, connected device...