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business performance. This means that they will want to know exactly where else this new Wi-Fi update will impact their business- critical processes. The improved rate of data transmission and reduced latency will enhance the capabilities of IoT devices, meaning that warehouses and facilities are still leveraging the data from smart devices. Improved data transmission allows cloud- based processes to work faster and support greater capacity, making it ideal for businesses looking to scale their operations. Wi-Fi 7’s reduced latency also ensures workers across sites remain connected, coupled with fewer outages. For example, Wi-Fi 7’s high throughput and low latency will be particularly useful for robotics in manufacturing. This comes as the specification supports more connections per access point than previous iterations, making it perfect for factories with thousands of devices. Pathway to Wi-Fi 7 Therefore, it is no surprise that confidence is growing when investing in wireless technology. According to WBA Annual Industry Report 2024, more than 41 per cent of respondents plan to deploy Wi-Fi 7 by the end of 2024, with
Wi-Fi 7, 6E and 6 at the top of the wireless technologies list. What’s more, the biggest driver for Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E adoption has been enterprise digitalisation initiatives. However, for manufacturers looking to advance their cloud computing, security and scalability, the role of a knowledgeable automation parts supplier is crucial. By offering Wi-Fi 7 compatible hardware, such as routers, access points and IoT devices, manufacturers can upgrade their infrastructure for improved data transmission rates and reduced latency reliably. Whether you’re Wi-Fi 7 ready or still preparing, Foxmere can help manufacturers source automation parts that can integrate with wireless technology of today and the future. Daily, we support manufacturers all over the world in retrofitting production lines by adapting legacy equipment to support hardware that meets modern Industry 4.0 standards. Retrofitting may involve upgrading machinery with modern sensors, automation components or control systems to enhance efficiency and functionality without replacing the entire system. n
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