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What's it like to work as a Plant Records Clerk, Network Technician, or Broadband Specialist? Check out the insight from our employees in part 2️⃣ of our "Day in the Life of a Telecom Professional" blog series! https://loom.ly/bQpiPsU

HAM | Technician License | Squelch, Net Operations, and RACES | Net Operations Exploring the more structured interactions within amateur radio, net operations serve as a method to organize communication flows on a specific frequency. These networks are often established for purposes such as regular club meetings, support for special events, or relaying information during weather emergencies. The key figure in a net is the net control station, primarily responsible for calling the net to order and coordinating exchanges among participants. Participation in a net typically involves attentive listening, with transmissions limited to emergencies or when specifically instructed by the net control station. Nets can also function as channels for delivering messages between groups, where "traffic" refers to formal messages exchanged by net stations. Effective traffic management requires accurate transmission of messages as they were originally given, crucial for clarity, especially in emergencies. In formal message exchanges, details crucial for message tracking are contained in the preamble. To ensure message accuracy, it's useful to request a "check," which represents the number of words or word-like units in the message's main content. A matching "check" from the recipient signifies the message was fully and correctly received. #hamradio #ham #amateurradio #womenintech #JoinMyJourney

Actual footage taken from inside a network cable of one of our technicians responding to an IT Support request from a client. To whoever is on the other side, a resolution is coming! #goit #gochicagoit #itsupport #manageditservices #response #resolution

Starting a wireless deployment project? Here are the immediate steps you need to take as a project kicks off: (This applies for both macro cell sites and small cells) 1️⃣ Get eyes on site. No matter what a vendor/tower company tells you, they don't know everything they NEED to know about on-site conditions. Measure twice, cut once. Easy money spent up front. 2️⃣ Get bodies in jurisdictions. Find out the names of the people reviewing your applications. Understand what they need to see and get it to them. 3️⃣ Connect with local crews who have people in market I've seen deployments ruined by overextended GCs trying to cover a large geography. If you don't have relationships in a particular state, get on Linkedin and start DMing people What other early steps do you take to raise chances of success? #wireless #deployment #projectmanagement #telecom

Redundancy is important in the continuity, reliability, and availability of critical operational solutions like Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES), also known as Public Safety DAS. In this Pierson Wireless blog, we discuss four ways to achieve redundancy in a public safety communications design and deployment. #telecommunications #publicsafety #firstresponders #ERCES #DAS #code #engineering #design https://bit.ly/493kEpS

A status light is one of the ways telecommunicators use to convey information without disrupting their colleagues in the room. Supervisors can get an overview of the situation in the control center thanks to these lights. They are useful in indicating many things like who is available, who needs assistance and who is busy. But depending on the needs of every 911 dispatch center, these can be customized. Learn how tasks lights are integrated into modern 911 dispatch centers at one of our installations. https://zurl.co/dfC5

Hats off to our engineer, Marc! Marc neatly installed a new door closer and integrated it with the existing fire alarm system. Although we considered hiding the power supply and interface above the ceiling, this wasn't viable due to space, we think you'll agree that this setup looks clean and professional even when displayed. #TeamSwift #doorautomation #gent #honeywell #Google #Review #intruderalarm #CCTV #PA  #firesafety #fireprotection #firealarm #intruderalarms #fireextinguisher #cctv #publicaddress #callout #emergencylighting #nursecall #aov #smokevent #accesscontrol #accesscontrolsystems #monitoring #teamswift #customerservice #voicealarm. #firedoors #firedoorsafety

Help me Fix Network Engineer Simon fixes a leaking trap with this JOHNS&CO resident and saves a physical visit #traderevolution #propertymanagement #repairs #repairsmanagement #repairsandmaintenance #maintenancemanagement

If you are not using Help me Fix to reduce physical repair visits in your business then why not? Profiting from inefficiency? Time is running out as we enter a digital first #traderevolution. Leverage technology to maximise the impact of human connection 🤝 and drive down costs, carbon footprint and improve service to your customers. Get the leading diagnostic and triage solution for your business 🚀

Looking to master the art of network cable installation in Cape Town? Look no further! 🌟 Check out these 5 essential tips to ensure a smooth setup process 🔌💻 ⚡ Plan your cable routes carefully before starting the installation. ⚡ Use high-quality cables to guarantee optimal performance and durability. ⚡ Label both ends of each cable for easy identification in the future. ⚡ Invest in cable management tools to keep your setup neat and organized. ⚡ Test the connections thoroughly to catch any issues early on. Ready to level up your network setup game? Get started today! 💪 #NetworkCable #CapeTownTech #TechTips #DIYNetworking #StayConnected