For too long, security systems have been complex and siloed, requiring on-premise servers and tedious management. But the physical security industry is shifting. More and more leaders are embracing hybrid cloud models that make the protection of people and places more...
Legacy Edge and Access Networking Have Become Overly Complex Over the past 30 years, networking has evolved far beyond its original purpose. What once started as simple packet forwarding has now expanded to support real-time transport, full visibility, and stringent...
Staying connected is no longer optional—it’s essential. As businesses expand their reliance on digital technologies, many branch offices struggle to keep up with the demands of modern operations. Enter next-gen SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Networking), a...
Improving operations, reducing costs, and staying ahead of the competition remain top priorities for businesses today. At the same time, a company’s IT strategy and capabilities are increasingly critical to its overall success. Given this confluence, it’s no surprise...
At Red8, we surround ourselves with incredibly talented, well-rounded, and innovative engineers who continue to educate themselves as new trends emerge. We consult externally to provide a service, but we consult internally with each other to stay at the top of our...
Our role at Red8 is to work on emerging and advanced technology. We get the opportunity to work on projects that involve DevOps, cloud migrations, automation, data centers, and all things Microsoft. Active Directory has Proven its Fundamental Features Can you believe...
It’s dangerous to ignore the potential security issues that come with IoT. In 2021, it’s safe to say that most of us used smart devices and got tracked by the Internet of Things at least a few times. Voice assistants and smart speakers like Amazon’s Alexa, Google...
What is Virtualization? In order to understand what a virtual data center is we need to first discuss what virtualization is. Virtualization is the practice of creating logical abstraction between the software functionality and the underlying hardware resources....
What is IT Automation? IT automation is the process of automating individual, distinct tasks within your business, while IT orchestration links those tasks together to automate entire processes. With the move of IT infrastructure into the cloud, automation and...
The healthcare industry creates and manages vast amounts of sensitive data that’s vital to excellent patient care and good health outcomes. In an already complex and data-intensive environment, the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced new challenges for healthcare...