Wavesight UK and Wind Talker Innovations USA’s new hardware distribution partnership is poised to bridge the digital divide in the US, says Wavesight.
A ground-breaking partnership between Wavesight, a networking solutions provider, and Wind Talker Innovations, a software technology startup, is set to redefine wireless connectivity across the US.
This strategic alliance combines Wavesight’s expertise in advanced networking hardware with Wind Talker’s Osmosis software, creating a powerful symbiosis that promises to reshape the wireless communication landscape.
The joint efforts of Wavesight and Wind Talker aim to harness their technological advancements to meet the escalating demand for reliable and affordable internet connectivity in both unserved and underserved areas.
To this end, Wind Talker has taken on the role of master reseller, facilitating the distribution of Wavesight fixed wireless and other equipment in the US market through reseller and other collaborative channels and partnerships.
“This partnership provides the opportunity to deploy Osmosis-enabled equipment to better assist network and service providers.
“Working with Wavesight and our partners, we will collaboratively develop solutions to meet the needs of the marketplace to advance connectivity to the unserved and underserved communities,” said Brandon Craig, CEO of Wind Talker Innovations.
Wind Talker’s proprietary Osmosis software is at the heart of this transformative partnership. Osmosis is a technology that transcends traditional mesh networking limitations.
By seamlessly integrating with Wavesight’s hardware, Osmosis unlocks a suite of unparalleled functionalities, streamlining network operations and delivering reliability, scalability and efficiency.
Osmosis represents a radical departure from conventional mesh technology, offering a revolutionary approach to wireless networking.
Unlike traditional systems that rely on manual interventions for configuration updates and operate with a single internet gateway, Osmosis empowers all enabled devices to autonomously establish connections with each other and aggregate internet gateways.
This dynamic, self-configuring architecture eliminates potential single points of failure, ensuring seamless communication even with device or gateway failures.
Dynamic optimized path selection is a hallmark of Osmosis.
It ensures that data packets traverse the most efficient routes, minimizing latency and optimizing network performance.
By intelligently aggregating backhaul within the network, Osmosis introduces new levels of resiliency and redundancy, safeguarding against service disruptions and costly downtime.
Osmosis also extends its capabilities beyond traditional networking boundaries, supporting device communication pathways even in off-grid scenarios.
This groundbreaking functionality enables edge computing and content delivery to flourish, reducing reliance on backhaul infrastructure and opening new opportunities for providers to offer meaningful services in rural and remote areas with limited broadband capacities.
The integration of Wind Talker’s Osmosis software with Wavesight’s hardware addresses several critical challenges faced by communications technology integrators, operators and service providers:
By addressing these challenges, the partnership delivers cost-effective, reliable network systems that reduce capital expenditures (CapEx) and operational expenses (OpEx).
Wavesight’s initial offerings for the US market include 6GHz Point-to-Point (PtP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) solutions from the Scorpion and Firefly model ranges, the DragonFly series of outdoor and indoor WiFi 6 Access Points and the Hawk range of LTE U band eNodeBs and Customer Premises Equipment (CPEs).
Wavesight has deployed powerful DragonFly WiFi access points in numerous use cases worldwide. With the latest WiFi 6 technology and Osmosis integration, new opportunities arise.
These low-latency, high-powered and capable devices excel in both indoor and outdoor deployments, including community/municipal areas, parks, outdoor retail spaces, campgrounds, marinas, stadiums, commercial spaces, shops, concert venues, golf courses, hotels, conference centers, public transportation hubs and airports, among others.
A recent Tribal Ready deployment in a remote Alaskan village showcased the capabilities of this integrated solution.
Using two low-earth orbit satellite internet sources as gateways, community WiFi was provided to an area of approximately 50 acres in addition to direct service to several structures using Wavesight’s DragonFly devices and FireFly 6GHz PtP/PtMP devices.
Internet backhaul was shared wirelessly throughout the network, eliminating the need for direct wired connections to all devices except power.
Specific access points functioned as receivers and transmitters, receiving signals wirelessly and enabling wired building connectivity indoors from the outdoor access points.
Auto-discovery, auto-configuration and self-healing capabilities benefited this project immensely.
Once devices were mounted and powered, Osmosis simplified and automated the rest.
Osmosis’ self-healing properties were displayed when the simple management platform detected a node had lost power as network data pathways were automatically re-routed maintaining connectivity without service loss during the outage.
This represents an improvement in resiliency not experienced in traditional networks.
Once power to the node was restored, the device automatically re-configured and re-connected to the network.
As integration incorporates the entirety of the Wavesight product catalog, opportunities to reimagine more efficient, resilient and capable network utilization for smart city tools and other internet of things (IoT) initiatives will emerge.
With significant wireless network growth anticipated in the US market over the coming years, supported by funding from various grant initiatives, Wavesight provides a high-quality option to meet the increasing demand.
In taking on the role of master reseller, Wind Talker Innovations is actively developing a network of US reseller partnerships.
One such partnership is a growing collaboration between Wind Talker and Tribal Ready, a Native American-owned-and-governed public benefit corporation, bringing together decades of expertise in communication network design and delivery.
Beyond merely offering broadband access solutions, this united front is set to create a lasting impact on Tribal and other unserved and underserved communities, marking a substantial stride in the mission to bridge the digital divide.
“Tribal Ready is committed to bringing the best to Tribes. Our partners at Wind Talker share this vision.
“By joining forces, we are poised to make a lasting impact on unserved and underserved Tribal communities and other high-cost rural areas.
“In addition to providing access to broadband services, our aim is to unlock new opportunities for improved access to education, healthcare, economic growth and protection of Tribal Sovereignty,” said Joe Valandra, CEO of Tribal Ready.
Another early partner is Teltech Group, a leader in creating and deploying innovative technological solutions in the wireless industry for 25 years, with clients throughout the US, is well-positioned to introduce these new solutions to a broad base of clients.
“We have been working with the team at Wind Talker now for some time and look forward to this new chapter in our evolving partnership,” said Lisa Hanlon-Knight, Executive Chairman/CEO.
Work is also underway with new Kraken Technologies Consulting LLC which brings years of experience in developing networking solutions.
“We very much look forward to expanding our offerings to our many partners. This new integrated mesh technology changes laydown design options.
“The ability to mesh devices wirelessly without the need for direct connection to all devices brings savings in time and money,” said Managing Partner Mark Yenchik.
Kraken will pursue opportunities specifically focusing on smart communities and municipal and commercial project solutions.
“We are very excited to be working with new partners as we expand Wavesight’s large global footprint to the US market,” said Brad Johnson, Head of Sales for Wind Talker Innovations.
Through this innovative partnership, Wavesight and Wind Talker Innovations are redefining the boundaries of wireless connectivity, delivering innovative solutions that address the escalating demand for reliable, affordable and efficient internet access in unserved and underserved areas across the US.
This article was originally published in the April edition of Security Journal Americas. To read your FREE digital edition, click here.