2024 Expert Insights
The demand for a seamless and secure connected experience has never been higher than right now. Single Digits, a leading player in the Wi-Fi industry, envisions a transformative year ahead in 2024. With a focus on providing the best Connected Life Experience for all wireless users, the company is gearing up for significant advancements in data, security, and performance.
Two of our experts; John Nelson, CTO and Joseph Martin, VP, Product Management, share their insights and predictions for the Wi-Fi industry in the coming year.
Connected Life Experience and the Role of Wi-Fi 7:
Single Digits' mission is clear — to ensure a Connected Life Experience characterized by simple device onboarding, secure and fast connections, and seamless roaming. The year 2024 is poised to witness a paradigm shift with the introduction of Wi-Fi 7. John Nelson emphasizes that the 6GHz band's new spectrum will bring about unparalleled performance improvements compared to its predecessors.
Wi-Fi 6 laid the foundation for enhanced capabilities, but Wi-Fi 7 is expected to provide a noticeable and obvious lift in performance. However, this advancement comes with added costs for network infrastructure assets, not just limited to access point hardware. Joseph Martin anticipates a surge in market interest and demand for Wi-Fi 7, leading to a rich year of consultations with customers and prospects on strategically timing their network investments.
The Importance of Seamless Handoffs:
Beyond the technological advancements of Wi-Fi 7, Single Digits recognizes the critical need for seamless handoffs between the 5G cellular network and in-building Wi-Fi. In a world where users expect uninterrupted connectivity, metrics such as availability, response time, latency, loss, and jitter play a pivotal role. Real-time evaluation using fixed algorithms or AI analysis is essential to identify performance issues caused by network congestion or interference and to facilitate smooth handoffs, ensuring a positive end-user experience.
Zero-Trust Security and the Connected Life Platform:
Single Digits has built The Connected Life Platform™ on zero-trust security principles, incorporating the latest scalability and fault-tolerant technology. This platform includes state-of-the-art analytics and business intelligence capabilities to evaluate Quality of Experience in real-time. With a focus on data and security in 2024 and beyond, Single Digits ensures a reliable and secure connected experience for users.
As we look ahead to 2024, the Wi-Fi industry is on the cusp of a transformative phase. Single Digits, through The Connected Life Platform™ and the insights of industry experts is at the forefront of these advancements. The introduction of Wi-Fi 7 and a commitment to zero-trust security principles position Single Digits as a key player in shaping the future of connected experiences. With a focus on consultation and strategic network investments, Single Digits is poised to lead the way in delivering unparalleled Wi-Fi experiences in the years to come.