Archive for February 2026

Every minute of manufacturing downtime costs money—and unreliable connectivity is often the hidden cause. Cellular connectivity gives manufacturers a resilient, rapidly deployable alternative to single-ISP networks, keeping production lines online even when wired connections fail. From primary wireless WAN to automatic failover, modern cellular solutions support smart factories, IoT, and cloud systems across dozens or hundreds of facilities. The result: higher uptime, faster deployments, and a stronger, more reliable production environment.

DIY IoT deployments often look cheaper on paper—but hidden costs quietly erode ROI. Timeline overruns, internal labor drain, carrier complexity, and certification gaps can add six figures to multi-location projects. This article breaks down where those costs hide, why internal teams struggle at scale, and how managed IoT deployments reduce risk, accelerate timelines, and deliver better long-term performance without unexpected overhead.