More Wireless Wins - More Goodbyes for POTS

In my very first blog post, I described how a 90+ year old acquaintenance had decided that his cell phone would be his only phone - and that he'd retire his land line.  Now companies with remote devices have the same option.  Companies like Sixnet are offering wireles routers and modems that allow ATMs, point of sale devices, and kiosks to communicate using wireless networks.  They're also good for backing up traditional land line communications for remote offices and small installations.  Even more interestingly, devices such as these are also very good solutions for smart grid applications and devices such as smart meters and controllers. 

It's all about cost.  Why pay for a land line when you can pay-as-you-go on the wireless network?  Wireless routers pay for themselves very quickly when you consider the monthly communications savings. 

And management you say?  The router manufactuerers are on top of this as well with software that allows "group" updates and simplified integration with existing management systems. 

So, if you work for a carrier and you are on the POTS side of the house - time for a career refresh.