Passive Optical Networking (PON) has been around for multiple decades, however it’s only been in the last handful of years that it’s starting to bleed into commercial and hospitality buildings. At a high level, PON is a point to multipoint fiber distribution system. In other words, it takes one fiber and splits it into many […]
It’s hard to imagine what the future will look like. 2001 A Space Odyssey didn’t get too many things right; we didn’t even get the iPhone until 2007. Flying around space with an AI computer still seems far out, even on today’s standards. Stanley Kubrick took a risk in predicting the future of technology. Some […]
The building is fully-wired and ready. And, the service provider has connected to the handoff point. But the handoff point is 150 meters from the MPOP in the building. 150 meters separate the tenants from the high-speed internet essential for the work place. Surprise! The building owner is responsible for the circuit extension (“backbone pathway”) […]
The “three-legged stool” is a term used by people who work in the low-voltage industry. The distributor, manufacturer and contractor work together to create a stable platform to support a deal; hence the “three-legged stool” reference. This strategy was created to enhance their chances of winning a project. Customers (i.e., general contractors, electrical contractors and […]
Let’s face it, not all bids are created equal. You must spend the proper time scope leveling to achieve the best results. First, start by comparing the basics–cable footage, number of jacks, and patch panel count. Are they comparable? If not, a conversation is in order. The cost of cabling alone is usually 30-35 percent […]