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Prime integrator-Edge, Dell making it work as a competitive advantage

Enterprise organizations around the world are looking to the edge to enable better business outcomes. The reason is clear: by processing data closer to its source, enterprises can act on insights faster, improving everything from operational efficiency to the customer experience. With their ubiquitous points of presence and expertise in networking and connectivity, Communications Service Providers (CSPs) are ideally positioned to help enterprises with their edge initiatives. However, to succeed, CSPs need to consider that any edge, be it telecom, network or enterprise, needs an integrator, as edge environments are typically complex, with a mix of vertical-specific operational technology (OT) systems that are often built with proprietary components and code, IT systems and myriad devices (e.g., smart phones, tablets, laptops, etc.). In addition, CSPs need to be able to leverage an open ecosystem so they can quickly access the exact edge technologies and solutions their customers require – and not be locked into a single vendor’s roadmap. As CSPs and enterprises move ahead with their edge journey, we’ve outlined some other key factors they will need to navigate. Read more now.

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