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This is where we post news, thought pieces, and random jottings

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Welcome to our company blog!

Our team is passionate about technology and innovation, and we're excited to share our insights with you. Stay tuned for updates on our solutions, technology, industry trends, and more.

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Why Mythos demands a new operating model for your infrastructure

Frontier AI is rewriting the rules of network security. Here's how UK manufacturers can move to a faster, more resilient infrastructure operating model.

Frontier AI models are finding vulnerabilities in days and exploits in hours. We unpack what Cisco's latest thinking means for your infrastructure — and how to respond.

If any of our blog posts interest you and you’d like to find out more, please get in touch!

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From dashboards to agents: the future Cisco is betting on

Cisco's AgenticOps vision signals the most significant shift in IT operations in a decade. Here's what it means for businesses like yours.

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How to design warehouse Wi-Fi for stock control and guest access

A practical guide to designing warehouse Wi-Fi that keeps real-time stock control reliable while giving visitors and contractors secure, segmented guest access.

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How to scale resilient manufacturing networks across UK sites

Learn how UK manufacturers can scale resilient multi-site networks by joining WAN, plant-floor design, segmentation, wireless mobility and migration planning.

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How to Fix Warehouse Wi‑Fi Roaming and Handoff Issues

Warehouses are one of the hardest places to get reliable Wi‑Fi roaming right — not because the kit is “bad”, but because the environment fights radio signals at every turn.

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Wireless technology recommendations for complex manufacturing environments

In complex manufacturing, the “best wireless” is rarely one technology. In this blog we explore some of the available solutions.

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ERP/MRP shop-floor data collection: the hidden network requirements

ERP/MRP-driven shop-floor data collection fails most often because the underlying LAN/WLAN is treated like office connectivity: designed for coverage and basic access rather than reliability, segmentation, and performance under load and movement.

February 20, 2026

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Why your network will decide whether AI actually delivers in your Warehouse or Factory

In this blog we discuss how AI, Automation, and Robotics are only as good as the Network beneath them

January 16, 2026

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Network Automation: A blog on the future of infrastructure management

How a combination of network automation and AI technology is about to consign tedious, repetitive config changes to the past.

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Understanding Micro-segmentation: A Comprehensive Guide for IT Managers

Strengthen Your Network Security with a Modern Approach to Digital Asset Protection

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Using Starlink and 5G as backup connections: A modern approach to Internet resilience

Discover how satellite and cellular technologies are revolutionising backup connectivity for businesses

January 8, 2025

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Our Environmental Sustainability Goals

At Oxspring Network Solutions, we take environmental sustainability seriously.

September 30, 2024

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Cybersecurity on a Budget: Proven Strategies for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

Cybersecurity is no longer a luxury reserved for large enterprises; it's an absolute necessity for businesses of all sizes, including small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs)

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Why Employees Are Your Biggest Cybersecurity Risk (and How to Change That)

Discover why employees remain the biggest cybersecurity risk for businesses and how to mitigate threats with a zero trust architecture and managed detection and response (MDR) services from Oxspring.

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Building Network Resilience: Your Guide to Network Security for Business Continuity

Learn practical approaches to protect your network security and safeguard your operations against disruption

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How Modern Ports and Terminals can Boost Efficiency using Wireless Technology

Today's modern ports and terminals are increasingly turning to wireless technologies to boost their efficiency and gain a competitive edge. Let's delve into how wireless is revolutionising ports and terminals around the world.

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Investing in Cybersecurity: Choosing an MSP Partner for Long-Term Financial Stability

Learn how a trusted MSP can help you optimise security investments, reduce risks, and ensure long-term financial stability in the face of evolving cyber threats

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Zero Trust Architecture: A Comprehensive Guide for IT Leaders

Enhance cybersecurity with zero trust architecture: A comprehensive guide for IT leaders. Explore the power of zero trust and its impact on cybersecurity solutions.

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Transforming the Future of Temperature-Controlled Logistics: How Internet of Things (IoT) technology is helping to keep our food safe

In this blog we explain how end-to-end monitoring can help ensure Quality and Safety of chilled and frozen goods through the whole supply chain.

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Overcoming Wi-Fi Challenges in Warehouses, Factories and other industrial settings: How to get the Reliable, Secure Coverage your Business needs

In this blog we discuss the problem of achieving reliable Wi-Fi coverage in challenging, high-interference environments

February 16, 2024

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How Wirepas’ low-power mesh technology provides a reliable, affordable, and highly scalable way to track your assets

When it comes to tracking assets, people, and goods, choosing the right positioning technology can make all the difference. Here's why a solution based on Wirepas might be the smart choice for you.

November 30, 2023

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The traditional username and password combo is no longer fit for purpose

Find out how Multi-Factor Authentication helps to combat common password security issues

Colin Tattersall

October 6, 2023

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The role of DNS-layer security in preventing phishing scams and other malware attacks

Discover why implementing DNS-layer security is a quick win that every organisation, large or small, can benefit from

Colin Tattersall

September 22, 2023

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How Wireless Backhaul technology can solve a wide range of remote connectivity challenges

Unleashing the power of wireless to reach remote locations

September 21, 2023

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Advanced Malware Protection vs traditional Antivirus technology

How threat detection has evolved to deal with a new generation of polymorphic and metamorphic malware

Colin Tattersall

August 24, 2023

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The role of IoT in energy management and smart buildings

Why most buildings aren’t actually very smart, and moving to demand-based heating and cooling

Michael Corbett

Oxspring Network Solutions announces new partnership with EnOcean

Saving energy costs and creating sustainable buildings

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Taking IoT to the next level

Michael Corbett

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Location and asset tracking

How valuable is your time?

Michael Corbett

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Wireless survey FAQ

Why a survey is essential to a successful WiFi deployment

February 9, 2023

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Our Corporate Social Responsibility Policy

At Oxspring Network Solutions, we are dedicated to operating our business in a socially responsible manner.

January 31, 2023

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