--- title: Hospitality, Healthcare, & Technology Insights Allbridge | Data description: Data | Allbridge, the leading provider of data, video, and voice solutions for Hospitality, Healthcare, and Higher Education properties. --- [![AllbridgeLogo-Horiz](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/AllbridgeLogo-Horiz.svg "AllbridgeLogo-Horiz")](https://allbridge.com/) # The Converged Blog ### Blog Categories - [Hotel (66)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/hotel) - [Senior Living (55)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/senior-living) - [Data (41)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/data) - [Hospitality (37)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/hospitality) - [Wi-Fi Networks & Equipment (36)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/wi-fi-networks-equipment) - [Video (35)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/video) - [Full PropTech Solutions (30)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/full-proptech-solutions) - [Voice (22)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/voice) - [Property Technology (18)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/property-technology) - [HD, 4K & OTT Content (15)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/hd-4k-ott-content) - [In-Room Entertainment (14)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/in-room-entertainment) - [Bandwidth (12)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/bandwidth) - [Student Housing (12)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/student-housing) - [Higher Education (10)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/higher-education) - [IoT (10)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/iot) - [Technology Planning (9)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/technology-planning) - [Hosted Voice (8)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/hosted-voice) - [Multifamily (8)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/multifamily) - [Premise Voice (7)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/premise-voice) - [Brand Approvals (5)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/brand-approvals) - [Commercial TVs (4)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/commercial-tvs) - [Digital Security (3)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/digital-security) - [GPNS (3)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/gpns) - [New Builds (3)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/new-builds) - [New Construction (3)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/new-construction) - [Cyber Security (2)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/cyber-security) - [Events (2)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/events) - [Insider (2)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/insider) - [Security (2)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/security) - [Strategy (2)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/strategy) - [casting (2)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/casting) - [IPTV (1)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/iptv) - [Smart Living (1)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/smart-living) - [Trends (1)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/trends) - [Webinar (1)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/webinar) - [healthcare (1)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/healthcare) [Subscribe for Updates](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/data/page/1#subscribe) [![](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/Allbridge%20Blog%20Title%20Graphics%20(6).jpg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/keeping-up-with-senior-living-technology) ### [Keeping Up with Senior Living Technology](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/keeping-up-with-senior-living-technology) on March 30, 2023 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) Senior living communities have changed significantly over the last several years. Not only are seniors living longer—the current life expectancy in the US is [79 years old](https://www.macrotrends.net/countries/USA/united-states/life-expectancy)—but today’s seniors are also much more technologically proficient than their counterparts were a decade ago. More seniors are moving into communities with smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other wireless gadgets, and the number of devices will only increase as time goes on. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/keeping-up-with-senior-living-technology) [![](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/AB%20WH%20%20(Blog%20Banner)%20(10).jpeg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/how-to-make-sure-your-marriot-property-is-gpns-compliant-1) ### [How to Make Sure Your Marriott Property is GPNS Compliant](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/how-to-make-sure-your-marriot-property-is-gpns-compliant-1) on October 5, 2022 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) ##### What’s important to travelers these days? Guest Wi-Fi is the number one ranked property amenity among travelers, and with the proliferation of devices and streaming demands, network expectations continue to rise. Robust and dependable connectivity has become a top priority for most hotel brands. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/how-to-make-sure-your-marriot-property-is-gpns-compliant-1) [![CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE We partner with clients from technology adoption through their digital transformation and beyond to not just meet objectives but exceed outcomes for the future. Our collaborative approach focuses on mission outcomes with goal-based technology adoption ensuring clients receive right-sized solutions to meet their needs. With over 30 years working with federal clients, we understand the unique technology, security, operations and procurement challenges government clients face. Our technology solutions are designed with both compliance and security in mind, making integration into existing IT infrastructures seamless. Our services and solutions are available through a number of contract vehicles including: FAA SAVES IT HARDWARE FAA SAVES VTC Fish and Wildlife Service VoIP Services GSA IT Schedule 70 NASA SEWP-V NIH CIO-CS NIH FSS SeaPort NXG VA CEVN To see additional Iron Bow contract vehicles, click here. REALIZING IT MODERNIZATION GOALS AND BENEFITS Iron Bow’s Unified Communications Manager Cloud (UCM) for Government, powered by Cisco, is a cloud-based unified communication and collaboration solution that allows for teams to collaborate securely from any location. Feature-rich, UCM provides VoIP, messaging, collaboration, meetings and more. This solution has been implemented in a number of civilian agencies including one instance that implementation was rolled out to 3,300 users and will scale to be the enterprise solution that supports 10,000-12,000 users. Cisco UCM is FedRAMP authorized. SEAMLESS INTEGRATION WITH MICROSOFT TEAMS For agencies using Microsoft Teams, UCM integrates with the Teams platform to allow employees to work in the familiar Teams interface while benefitting from the UCM communication cloud. Iron Bow’s collaboration team can integrate UCM and Microsoft Teams to allow employees to streamline their application use, leveraging Microsoft Teams as the desktop content and messaging platform to launch a call using a Cisco calling infrastructure. Learn more here.](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/img-header-post%20(1).jpg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/4-reasons-why-new-builds-need-proper-technology-planning) ### [4 Reasons Why New Builds Need Proper Technology Planning](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/4-reasons-why-new-builds-need-proper-technology-planning) on August 8, 2022 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) The exponential growth in connected devices has put an immense strain on the complex infrastructures of commercial properties in recent years, especially multifamily housing complexes and senior living communities. Add in a pandemic to accelerate the need for hybrid workspaces and virtual communication, and many properties have experienced a technological nightmare. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/4-reasons-why-new-builds-need-proper-technology-planning) [![Technology-Innovation-for-Senior-Living-Key-Points-to-Consider-1](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/Technology-Innovation-for-Senior-Living-Key-Points-to-Consider-1.jpeg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/technology-innovation-senior-living-does-it-make-an-impact) ### [Technology Innovation for Senior Living—Does It Make An Impact?](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/technology-innovation-senior-living-does-it-make-an-impact) on May 26, 2021 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) Innovation is happening all around us. From artificial intelligence (AI) to 3-D printing, countless breakthroughs have changed the way we live*—*improving efficiency in our daily routines and also in the workplace. Many industries have embraced these technologies, but what does innovation look like for the senior living industry? [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/technology-innovation-senior-living-does-it-make-an-impact) [![](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/orfmc-exterior-3422-hor-feat2.jpeg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/marriott-gpns-compliance) ### [Is Your Marriott Property GPNS Compliant?](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/marriott-gpns-compliance) on May 5, 2021 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) Guest Wi-Fi is the number one ranked property amenity among travelers, and with the proliferation of devices and streaming demands, network expectations continue to rise. Robust and dependable connectivity has become a top priority for most hotel brands. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/marriott-gpns-compliance) [![](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/hotel-wifi-solutions.jpeg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/hsia-hotels-2) ### [How Valuable is a Properly Designed Network to Your Guests?](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/hsia-hotels-2) on February 19, 2021 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) It’s no secret that consumer expectations continue to rise. The digital age has led the hospitality industry to become more competitive than ever, and the pandemic has only accelerated the need for modern hospitality technology. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/hsia-hotels-2) [![](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/Man%20Talking%20to%20Doctor%20on%20Tablet-1.jpeg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/senior-living-tech-2021) ### [Top Tech Priorities for Senior Living Communities in 2021](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/senior-living-tech-2021) on February 12, 2021 | By [Josh Lambert](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/josh-lambert) The senior living technology boom has been a long time coming. Tech was not always a priority for older adults, but in recent years, usage has [skyrocketed](https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2017/05/17/technology-use-among-seniors/) among seniors. More seniors are moving into communities with smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other wireless gadgets, and the number of devices will only increase as time goes on. The shift towards connected communities has been gradual—when the pandemic hit, however, the industry was forced to jump headfirst into modern technology in order to keep residents safe and healthy while maintaining their quality of life and mental health. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/senior-living-tech-2021) [![](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/SKywayThumbnail.jpeg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/data-network-control-analytics) ### [Data Network Control Analytics, Boost Guest Satisfaction](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/data-network-control-analytics) on August 27, 2020 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) Organizations across all industries are increasingly running analytics to accomplish a number of tasks, including informing decision-making, improving the customer experience, and figuring out which products to bring to market. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/data-network-control-analytics) [![](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1213437805-web-1.jpg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/resident-engagement-during-covid) ### [Boosting Resident Engagement During COVID](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/resident-engagement-during-covid) on July 29, 2020 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) Many U.S. states have started to relax coronavirus restrictions, but older adults are advised to continue sheltering in place, as they are some of the most vulnerable to the virus. While some senior living communities have chosen to allow visitors, the vast majority continue with strict no-visitor rules. While this is the best way to keep residents safe, the loneliness has taken a toll on many. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/resident-engagement-during-covid) [![A High-Level Overview of Wi-Fi Implementation at a Senior Living Community](https://info.allbridge.com/hubfs/Allbridge%20Blog/Blog%20Images/A%20High-Level%20Overview%20of%20Wi-Fi%20Implementation%20at%20a%20Senior%20Living%20Community.jpg)](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/a-high-level-overview-of-wi-fi-implementation-at-a-senior-living-community) ### [A High-Level Overview of Senior Living Wi-Fi Implementation](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/a-high-level-overview-of-wi-fi-implementation-at-a-senior-living-community) on June 11, 2020 | By [Allbridge Support](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/author/allbridge-support) Not too long ago, a high-speed Internet connection wasn’t a top priority for senior living communities. Fast-forward to today, and senior living communities are seeing reliable Internet become more important than ever. As COVID-19 continues to be a concern for seniors, staying virtually connected to loved ones is a necessity. Additionally, communities are seeing more move-ins from Baby Boomers and members of Generation X—and these groups are much more technologically inclined. [Read More](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/a-high-level-overview-of-wi-fi-implementation-at-a-senior-living-community) [Next Page](https://info.allbridge.com/blog/tag/data/page/2) ### Subscribe Here! 6880 Perry Creek Road, Raleigh, NC 27616 [888-918-9544](tel:888-918-9544) [info@allbridge.com](mailto:info@allbridge.com)