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For decades, copper Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) lines have been the backbone of telecommunications. They provide reliable service for traditional landlines, alarms, elevators, and more. However, as technology advances, copper POTS lines are being phased out. Carrier providers are eliminating the copper and businesses and institutions relying on them must act swiftly to transition […]
As the business landscape continues to evolve, relying on phone systems reaching end of life status presents significant risks. While systems including NEC, Samsung, and Comdial, may not all be over 20 years old, their manufacturer support is limited or non-existent. This lack of support impacts the system’s reliability for future business needs. Understanding the […]
Whether you’re planning a new location, expanding your existing office, or just trying to stay ahead of future growth, one thing is certain: your technology infrastructure—from cabling to paging systems—must be rock-solid. With the recent merger of BSB Communications and Parallel Technologies, we’ve expanded our capabilities to better serve businesses like yours. We now offer complete infrastructure and overhead […]
This article was originally published on Toggle. Kitchen experience helps IT leader deliver tech solutions Managing operations for a successful chain of pizza shops may not be the typical way to become an IT leader, but it’s certainly worked for Scott Stalnaker. Stalnaker, the executive director of IT infrastructure for Donatos Pizza, began his career […]
This post originally appeared on www.cbts.com on April 13, 2021. Read the original post here. The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified demand across all industries for modern networking technology that enables seamless and user-friendly collaboration. Retail is no different, as local area network (LAN) infrastructure gives merchants and customers alike access to actionable information anytime from […]
This article was originally posted on www.cbts.com on February 20, 2019. Read the original post here. Retailers have more technology options than ever. From inventory management systems to customer relationship management (CRM) solutions, cloud technology in retail is helping merchants increase productivity, reduce costs, and boost sales. Cloud technology in retail is an integral part […]
This post originally appeared on www.cbts.com on January 25, 2019. View the original post here. Cloud networking is integral for today’s retailers. Cloud networking offers a more reliable and efficient alternative to traditional multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) networks, enterprise WAN, expensive bandwidth, and costly infrastructure. Cloud technology for retail can help businesses facing challenges that […]
What motivates you to wake up and go to work? Everyone wants to feel part of something. I love using my skills – which is being hyper-organized – helping my fellow co-workers work day go better. What Parallel customer do you think everyone should visit? The Columbus Foundation. They are a portal for all charities. […]
Unfortunately, simply investing in security technology is not enough to keep your business network secure from cyber threats. Similar to securing a building, you can implement sophisticated locks, high-tech alarms, and closed circuit camera monitoring – but if an employee accidentally forgets to lock the front door or set the alarm, you are still vulnerable […]