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		<title>7 Benefits of Interactive Displays in Education</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:19:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Interactive displays have gained immense popularity in the educational world in recent years, with many schools and districts investing in them to enhance teaching and learning experiences. In this article, we will discuss the top 7 benefits of using interactive displays in the classroom. &#160; 1. Increased engagement and active learners. Students are more involved [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Interactive displays have gained immense popularity in the educational world in recent years, with many schools and districts investing in them to enhance teaching and learning experiences. In this article, we will discuss the top 7 benefits of using interactive displays in the classroom.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3 style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>1. Increased engagement and active learners.</strong></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 80px;">Students are more involved in lessons presented through interactive displays, which offer bright, clear images and dynamic opportunities for interactivity. They can access learning materials in ways they are already familiar with, such as tapping, dragging, scrolling, and swiping.</p>
<h3 style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>2. More opportunities for collaboration.</strong></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 80px;">Students can discuss and work together on activities and tasks as the display&#8217;s look and feel are similar to their personal devices. Multi-touch capabilities allow more than one student to add annotations, highlight, or move content as they see fit. Some displays also have screen mirroring software, enabling students learning from home to participate in class discussions.</p>
<h3 style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>3. Innovative software and learning apps come with interactive displays.</strong></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 80px;">Manufacturers are making sure that their interactive displays come equipped with classroom software and learning apps. Teachers can create interactive lessons that include multiple question types, docs, images, videos, slide presentations, and more in a matter of minutes. Displays can also include learning apps, many of which are aligned with key learning objectives. Some apps include dual language support so that students can learn French, German, Spanish, and other languages.</p>
<h3 style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>4. Ability to import of third-party interactive lessons.</strong></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 80px;">Teachers have created and used activities and lessons that have proven successful for them. State-of-the-art interactive displays have platforms that can import third-party interactive whiteboard lessons, saving teachers&#8217; time and effort.</p>
<h3 style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>5. Screen mirroring for hybrid learning.</strong></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 80px;">State-of-the-art interactive displays have screen mirroring software that enables teachers to cast images on the display to student devices. This feature is especially useful for hybrid learning environments when some students are learning from home. These students can participate in class discussions and collaborate on tasks using their web-enabled devices.</p>
<h3 style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>6. Accessible for students with disabilities.</strong></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 80px;">They help students with different disabilities participate actively in lessons. For example, students who have difficulty gripping writing tools such as a pencil or stylus can use their fingers or palm to annotate on an interactive display. Displays mounted on carts help students who are not able to walk to or stand at the board.</p>
<h3 style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>7. Save time and money in the long run.</strong></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 80px;">While they may seem like a significant investment initially, they save time and money on printing costs, as all necessary materials are available digitally. Interactive displays also help students learn more effectively and efficiently, allowing teachers to cover more content in less time.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>In conclusion, interactive displays offer numerous benefits that can significantly enhance teaching and learning experiences. KBR have been a trusted audio-visual equipment (including Interactive displays) supplier to schools, colleges and universities for decades. So, if you’re looking for quality audio-visual (AV) equipment to suit your specific needs, we could have the perfect solutions for you. We also offer flexible leasing options, so schools don’t have to wait for budgets to be refreshed to purchase AV equipment for multiple or even all classrooms (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/smart-links/AQHJqoqRFDxzCw">see more info about leasing</a>). Contact us to see how we could help your school.</p>
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		<title>The Importance of WiFi in schools in 2023</title>
		<link>https://www.kbr.co.uk/the-importance-of-wifi-in-schools-in-2023/</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2023 19:03:40 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In today&#8217;s digital age, access to fast, reliable and secure WiFi is essential for schools. With technology playing an increasingly important role in education, schools need to ensure that their WiFi infrastructure is up to the task of supporting the needs of their students and staff. One of the most important reasons for this is [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>In today&#8217;s digital age, access to fast, reliable and secure WiFi is essential for schools. With technology playing an increasingly important role in education, schools need to ensure that their WiFi infrastructure is up to the task of supporting the needs of their students and staff.</strong></p>
<p>One of the most important reasons for this is that WiFi enables students to access online learning resources and communicate with their teachers and classmates. With more and more schools moving towards blended and online learning models, it is crucial that students have access to the internet at all times in order to complete assignments and participate in virtual classes. A reliable WiFi network ensures that students are able to access the information they need to learn, regardless of where they are located in the school.</p>
<p>In addition to supporting online learning, WiFi is also essential for other important school functions such as administrative tasks and communication. Teachers, staff, and administrators need to be able to access student data, email, and other important tools in order to effectively manage and run the school. A fast and reliable WiFi network ensures that everyone has the ability to access the information they need, when they need it.</p>
<p>Another important aspect of WiFi in schools is security. With more and more sensitive information being stored online, it is crucial that schools have a secure WiFi network in place to protect student and staff data. This includes ensuring that the network is properly configured and secured to prevent unauthorized access, as well as implementing security protocols such as WPA3 encryption to protect data in transit.</p>
<p>At KBR, we know that fast, reliable, and secure WiFi is essential for schools in 2023. With technology playing an increasingly important role in education, schools need to ensure that their WiFi infrastructure is able to support the needs of their students and staff. A reliable and secure WiFi network enables students to access online learning resources, teachers and staff to effectively manage and run the school, and protects student and staff data from unauthorised access.</p>
<p>We can also offer leasing options (something most schools are unaware of), which can be used for WiFi Hardware and Installation, Audio-Visual Solutions, Cyber Security solutions, CCTV &amp; Security Systems and Wireless Point-to-Point Links.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Some of the key benefits around the benefit of leasing:</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Upgrade equipment and learning experiences now &#8211; You can get instant access to equipment and installation without having to wait for budget to become available.</li>
<li>Make your budgets go further &#8211; Leasing for schools allows for better use of capital budgets (more important than ever!).</li>
<li>Manageable quarterly/annual payments &#8211; The cost is spread throughout the entirety of the lease agreement, rather than being paid upfront.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Get in touch to speak to an expert – call us on 0191 492 1492 or email info@kbr.co.uk. </strong></p>
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		<title>Optimise ‘Bring Your Own Device’ in Schools with WiFi 6</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2022 07:40:53 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>More and more schools and other educational institutions are using technology at breakneck speed. To make technology an integral part of the classroom, schools are implementing a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy. The adoption of BYOD has advantages for both schools and their students. It reduces hardware costs for schools, while increasing productivity and [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">More and more schools and other educational institutions are using technology at breakneck speed</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">. To</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">make technology an integral part of the classroom, schools are implementing a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy. </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">The adoption of BYOD has advantages for both </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">schools and their students</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">. It reduces hardware costs for </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">schools</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">, while increasing productivity and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">engagement </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">for </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">students</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264981470 BCX8">. However, there are several network related issues that need to be considered.</span></span></strong><span class="EOP SCXW264981470 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}"> </span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Bring your own device</h2>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is defined as a new workplace concept that empowers employees to use their personally owned device(s) to connect to their organisational WiFi networks and access work-related systems. Personal devices could include smartphones, laptop, tablets, and even wearables like smartwatches.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: center;"><div class='et-box et-shadow'>
					<div class='et-box-content'>“T<span data-contrast="auto">he BYOD market is predicted to have a compound annual growth rate of 15% from 2021 to 2026</span>”</div></div></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">After COVID-19 pandemic, more organisations are inclined to allow remote and flexible working in any way possible as long as their employees can get the job done, making BYOD more popular than ever. Educational institutions are also gradually adopting this approach. Many schools have established BYOD programs and processes, and they are reaping the benefits of requiring students to bring personal devices to school. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Notably, supporting a technology network can cost up to a third of a school&#8217;s budget. Therefore, it is not surprising that school administrators are turning to BYOD as a way to help students use technology in the classroom at a more affordable cost.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">One of the most important factors to ensure this new learning style runs smoothly is the wireless network. When students bring their personal devices to school, there are many ways it can cause poor network performance. Hence, it is important to consider how schools manage and use WiFi connections. A stable WiFi can boost student productivity by minimising Internet connection interruptions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This is where WiFi 6 comes into play. WiFi 6, also known as 802.11ax, is the next generation wireless standard and is up to 4x faster than 802.11ac. More than speed, it also provides better performance in congested areas, energy savings, and better battery life for WiFi devices.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><span class="TextRun SCXW32016949 BCX8" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW32016949 BCX8">How </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW32016949 BCX8">can </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW32016949 BCX8">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW32016949 BCX8"> 6</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW32016949 BCX8">solve</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW32016949 BCX8">BYOD issues</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW32016949 BCX8">?</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW32016949 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></h2>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">More Secure</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;469777462&quot;:[2090],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The BYOD environment is fraught with security risks. With so much data being exchanged at schools, it is becoming increasingly difficult to manage and protect. The fact that more personal mobile devices are added to the mix only makes this problem worse. Schools need to </span><span data-contrast="auto">ensure that student data remains safe and secure, while keeping the internal network safe as well.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">One of the main enhancements that WiFi 6 brings is that the latest security protocol (WPA3). This is required for WiFi devices to receive WiFi 6 certification from the WiFi Alliance. WPA3 features stronger user authentication and improved encryption tools. This authentication method makes passwords harder to crack by using a more complex method to establish a handshake with the WiFi network. These extra layers of security, along with stronger encryption, means that WiFi 6 has the most robust security options ever seen, changing things for the better without negatively impacting the experience user.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Faster Speeds</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">With students carrying around phones, tablets, and laptops, this can put a strain on network resources as all those different devices connect to each other at the same time. Unwanted device flows on any network can slow down a school&#8217;s WiFi network, creating network congestion and other wireless network problems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Fortunately, WiFi 6 provides high performance in crowded environments. WiFi 6 access points use a variety of technologies to combat interference between devices and transmit packets more efficiently. This results in more resilient networks that continue to deliver fast speeds even as more devices connect to the network.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>How KBR can help</h2>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">For many organisations, the limitations of older networks are starting to surface, especially in the context of many new working and learning concepts. WiFi 6 represents an opportunity to improve productivity and data security. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">With more than 35 years of experience, KBR has established itself as one of the most experienced WiFi providers for the education sector. Get in touch to speak to an expert about your network requirements – call us on 0191 492 1492 or email info@kbr.co.uk.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>




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		<title>Eligible for Connect the Classroom? Here’s what to expect</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:28:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[WiFi]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>So, you’ve received communication from the DfE that your school is eligible for the Connect the Classroom programme. Great! Now what? &#160; About the programme Connect the Classroom is well established and fully funded programme by the Department for Education. The programme helps us to provide schools in the North East with a comprehensive wireless [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong>So, you’ve received communication from the DfE that your school is eligible for the Connect the Classroom programme. Great! Now what?</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>About the programme</h2>
<p>Connect the Classroom is well established and fully funded programme by the Department for Education. The programme helps us to provide schools in the North East with a comprehensive wireless networking solution (including a WiFi 6 upgrade) that covers cabling, core and edge switching and wireless access points.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Getting started</h2>
<p>To get started with the Connect the Classroom programme, you’ll first need a letter from the DfE stating that your school is eligible. The DfE will have already sent you this by now, if eligible. Once you have this, you can then start looking for approved suppliers. KBR is a prime example, having extensive experience installing Connect the Classroom packages throughout schools in the North East of England. To apply for the DfE funding, you’ll need a quote from your chosen supplier. This is usually preceded by a site survey, which all good suppliers will provide.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>What’s covered</h2>
<p>When you have agreed upon a supplier, you’ll then be in a position to get started with the install. In general, the following will be upgraded:</p>
<ul>
<li>Wireless Network Infrastructure</li>
<li>Network Infrastructure Security</li>
<li>Network Switching Infrastructure</li>
<li>Network Cabling</li>
</ul>
<p>At KBR, we endeavour to work around a schedule that fits in with your school. We’re very aware that minimising disruption to class time is a priority, which is why we regularly conduct installs in the holiday periods.</p>
<p>Each school is unique in what the requirements will be for an install. For example, factors such as number of pupils, quantity of devices, and device type (wired/wireless) will all have an impact on what is most suitable. This is why close communication between school and provider is a key part of the process.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>WiFi 6</h2>
<p>As the core part of a Connect the Classroom upgrade, WiFi 6 provides a wide range of features perfectly suited for educational applications.</p>
<p>In brief, you can expect:</p>
<ul>
<li>Faster speeds thanks to a nearly 3x increase in bandwidth</li>
<li>More capacity to handle multiple devices being connected at any one time</li>
<li>Improved security via WPA3</li>
<li>Better device battery life thanks to “Targeted Wake Time”</li>
</ul>
<p>To find out more about the benefits of WiFi 6, see this post: <a href="https://www.kbr.co.uk/4-reasons-wifi-6/">https://www.kbr.co.uk/4-reasons-wifi-6/</a></p>
<h2> </h2>
<h2>Amble Links First School</h2>
<p>Amble Links First School is a primary school on the Northumberland coast. With approximately 130 pupils all eager to learn, the network at Amble Links First School just couldn’t keep up with the increasing demands of its technology. Having worked with KBR before, Amble Links First School reached out to us in search of answers and actions.</p>
<p>KBR were quick at act and provided a comprehensive survey of the school, a requirement to claim funding and kick start the process.</p>
<p><em>“The work KBR have done and the service they provided was exceptional from start to finish. There was always someone available to answer any questions I had, and their experience of educational installs really shone through. Our WiFi network can now keep up the demands of the tech we have, for which we see benefits daily.”</em></p>
<p>&#8211; Paul Heeley (Headteacher), Amble Links First School</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>See the full case study by <a href="https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Amble-Links-First-School-CTC-case-study.pdf">clicking here</a>.</strong></p>
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<h2>How KBR can help</h2>
<p>KBR has proven itself as a long-standing WiFi solutions provider for the education sector and is best suited to supply your school with what you need.</p>
<p>Our mission over the years has been to support and enable the education sector by helping it use and embed technology efficiently. We’ve helped educational institutions cut workload, enhance efficiencies and remove collaboration barriers.</p>
<p>We will provide you with quotes that meet the DfE specification, so you can benefit from the full funding package.</p>




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		<title>CCTV for Schools: Choosing the right set-up</title>
		<link>https://www.kbr.co.uk/cctv-for-schools/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 09:45:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Security Solutions]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>From nursery to secondary, all schools should have an up-to-date CCTV solution. CCTV has been proven to be a great deterrent to bullying, anti-social behaviour, vandalism, and crime.   CCTV for schools protects everyone. Students &#38; staff can relax knowing that, should crime and incidents happen, they will be tracked and monitored. But with every school [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW116051838 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW116051838 BCX0">From nursery to secondary, all schools should have an up-to-date CCTV solution. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW116051838 BCX0">CCTV has been proven to be a great deterrent to bullying, anti-social behaviour, vandalism, and crime. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW116051838 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></strong></p>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW78238435 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW78238435 BCX0">CCTV for schools protects everyone. Students &amp; staff can relax knowing that, should crime and incidents happen, they will be tracked and monitored. But with every school being different in terms of infrastructure, size, and budget, it can be difficult to properly identify the right solution for you.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW78238435 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>



<h4>Crime Deterrent</h4>
<p>By having CCTV installed, crimes can be prevented from happening. According to the <a href="https://www.college.police.uk/research/crime-reduction-toolkit/cctv">College of Policing</a>, crime can be reduced by as much as 1/3rd when CCTV is combined with other security measures (such as fences and lighting).</p>
<h4>Cost effectiveness</h4>
<p>CCTV solutions are an excellent cost-effective alternative to hiring your own security staff. Alternatively, CCTV can help to maximise the efficiency of your existing security staff by displaying extensive areas of property from a control centre. Alerts (described below) can maximise efficiency further by reducing the need to actively monitor certain areas.</p>
<h4>Improve site safety </h4>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Perhaps most importantly, site safety can be improved and monitored in real time. Our remote monitoring equipment allows you to spot security threats before they cause any harm or disruption.</span></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"> </h2>
<h2>School CCTV: what are your options? </h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>



<p><span data-contrast="none">We appreciate that all schools have different requirements and budgets when considering a CCTV solution. To address this, we have a variety of capabilities to suit any size of school. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Our CCTV solutions allow our clients to monitor their premises around the clock, with HD recording and playback to ensure a high level of security for your school. Our cameras suit any environment, from outdoor weatherproof, to wide angle indoor and discrete units.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Our systems can also intelligently flag events based on criteria, such as movement in a motion detection area. This can free up time and human resource that can be utilised elsewhere. Additionally, our cameras can detect if they are being tampered with, providing alerts if and when the tampering occurs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Installation to suit any schedule </h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">With over thirty years of experience in the IT industry, KBR promises to install all CCTV solutions with minimal fuss. We are highly accustomed with school schedules, so we know that installs can be time/date restricted to reduce disruption. We will work around your schedule to provide the quickest and most streamlined install possible.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">We appreciate that each network design will be specific to the needs of the user and the specified installation. With Technical Engineers trained in IP network design you can rest assured that KBR will offer sound advice on the design of the network infrastructure.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">We strive to deliver the best by offering products and services that are both reliable and affordable. It is our mission to provide customers with quality products at the most competitive prices paired with an exceptional level of customer service.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="none">Looking to install or upgrade CCTV at your school? Give us a call on 0191 492 1492 or email info@kbr.co.uk for more information, or to discuss your individual requirements.</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class=" wp-image-24419 aligncenter" src="https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CCTV-Install-650x650.png" alt="" width="253" height="253" /></p>


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		<link>https://www.kbr.co.uk/smart-cities-for-local-councils/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 12:02:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Internet]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>So, what exactly are smart cities?  Smart cities use data and technology to become more sustainable and efficient, putting the residents’ wants and needs at the heart of it all. These cities make use of smart devices to monitor data in real time via cellular and non-cellular wireless technologies (LoRaWAN).  Examples of smart cities include Sunderland, [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>So, what exactly are smart cities? </strong></h2>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">S</span><span data-contrast="auto">mart cities use data and technology to become more sustainable and efficient, putting the residents’ wants and needs at the heart of it all. These cities make use of smart devices to monitor data in real time via </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">cellular and non-cellular wireless technologies</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> (LoRaWAN).  Examples of smart cities include Sunderland, London, Barcelona, and Singapore with many other cities adopting smart technologies to become more efficient.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>3 Reasons why Smart Cities are becoming more popular</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span data-contrast="auto">1. Connectedness</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></h3>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Applications and devices are at the centre of all interactions between the public and the government as well as other segments such as healthcare providers, the job market and monitoring the environment. To do so, fast and wide-reaching internet coverage is vital. </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">TerraGraph</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> is frequently used to tackle the issue of poor last-mile connections, offering </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">fibre-like high-speed internet</span></b><span data-contrast="auto">. Furthermore, being able to monitor and analyse such vast amounts of data from a range of sources allows local councils to optimise the infrastructure. Whether its managing traffic via smart traffic lights, or managing energy and waste more efficiently, the real-time exchange of data aims to make life easier for the city as a whole.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<h3><span data-contrast="auto">2. Sustainability</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></h3>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Data driven insights about city infrastructure can enable cities to adjust their services to suit supply and demand, decreasing wasteful usage. It aims to </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">change behaviours</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> through suggesting quieter visit times for health care providers to reduce the strain, off-peak travel and alternative routes for commuters and other travelers </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">to ensure a smooth operation</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> of the city infrastructure.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<h3><span data-contrast="auto">3. Improved Quality of Life</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></h3>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Not only do smart cities contribute towards sustainable energy and waste reduction but according to McKinsey’s study, crime rates can be reduced and access to safety can be improved by 8-10%. This proactive approach allows the cities to anticipate crimes and other threats before they happen, helping to reduce fatality rates and such incidents in general. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><div class='et-box et-shadow'>
					<div class='et-box-content'>Predictive crime analysis can contribute to a 30-40% reduction in vehicle theft alone, giving the population peace of mind and a strong foundation of safety</div></div></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>There are three layers to a successful smart city:  </strong></h2>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">A sophisticated technology set up including a </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">high-capacity wireless backhaul. </span></b>This is needed<span data-contrast="auto"> to connect a large volume of smart devices such as smartphones to street-level WiFi and roof top networks.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Technology that is able to convert the data into actionable insights, alerts and information.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><b><span data-contrast="auto">Participation</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> from organisations and the public alike to collate large amounts of data and extract insightful information that </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">enables cities to operate</span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> in a way that changes behaviour in an </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">efficient and sustainable way.</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>KBR – making cities smart</strong></h2>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">KBR is supporting Sunderland’s Smart City Vision with ultrafast public WiFi installations and traffic mapping throughout the city. With our help, the Sunderland city council has been able to implement a traffic mapping initiative that monitors and feeds back live data of transport usage 24/7. With the help of Artificial Intelligence, they are able to minimise congestion and combat inefficient road usage in order to become more eco-friendly. Our rollout of free 5G WiFi across the popular seafront will provide the public with one of the fastest internet connections in the country. These developments benefit the leisure centre, improving events and connectivity for vendors and the public alike, positioning Sunderland as a desirable tourist destination. Our shared efforts have helped Sunderland become the </span><a href="https://www.kbr.co.uk/free-ultrafast-coastal-wifi-arrives-in-sunderland/"><span data-contrast="none">UK’s leading smart city 2020</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">.</span></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 14:36:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The capabilities of wireless technology are constantly evolving. WiFi 6 has been out for almost two years now, but has only recently become more affordable. It promises to have huge benefits for businesses both today and in the future. In this blog, we will cover the following:  What is WiFi 6? &#8211; WiFi 6 explained  Is [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong>The capabilities of wireless technology are constantly evolving. WiFi 6 has been out for almost two years now, but has only recently become more affordable. It promises to have huge benefits for businesses both today and in the future. </strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">In this blog, we will cover the following:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">What is WiFi 6? &#8211; WiFi 6 explained</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Is WiFi 6 faster?</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Can all devices connect to WiFi 6?</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Improved connection density with WiFi 6.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Is WiFi 6 more secure?</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">WiFi 6 installation for businesses.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="TextRun SCXW97019011 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW97019011 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">What is WiFi 6?</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW97019011 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></h2>



<p><span data-contrast="auto">WiFi 6 is the latest iteration of WiFi technology, bringing with it a host of improvements. </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">We explored the technical specifications of WiFi 6 in a </span><a href="https://www.kbr.co.uk/wifi-6-the-next-generation-of-business-wifi/"><span data-contrast="none">previous blog post</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">, but we wanted to explain how WiFi 6 will benefit your organisation today – and more importantly, how will it futureproof you against the challenges of tomorrow.</span></p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="TextRun SCXW39231418 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39231418 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">Faster Speeds</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW39231418 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></h2>



<p><span data-contrast="auto">Is WiFi 6 faster than WiFi 5? Yes! But also no. With WiFi 6, the (theoretical) maximum speed is 9.6Gbps, up from a (theoretical) 3.5Gbps from WiFi 5. The “theoretical” in that sentence is important, because it is unlikely that a business will ever reach those speeds in practice.  </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: center;"><div class='et-box et-shadow'>
					<div class='et-box-content'>“70% of UK businesses operate a BYOD policy”</div></div></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">However, this boost in potential speed means that there is nearly triple the bandwidth available, and therefore there is more speed, for every device on the network. With nearly 70% of UK businesses operating with a BYOD policy (and this number is certain to grow as hybrid working becomes increasingly popular), the demands on networks will only increase. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">What this improved speed and bandwidth also means is that uploads and downloads will become significantly quicker. With conference calls and video chats </span><span data-contrast="auto">exploding</span><span data-contrast="auto"> in popularity since the pandemic, the sheer amount of data being transferred regularly has increased. WiFi 6 is much better at handling this data thanks to some clever innovations.</span></p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="TextRun SCXW178471300 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW178471300 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">Better Handling of Multiple Devices</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW178471300 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW178471300 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></h2>



<p><span data-contrast="auto">We touched on it in the previous section, but it’s worth expanding on more. Compared to older technology, WiFi 6 operates better in dense environments and offers a higher performance across all devices. Any device that is has WiFi capabilities can connect to a WiFi 6 router.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">It achieves this by allowing up to 30 devices share the same channel. WiFi 6 can run on the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies; the former has 11 channels and the latter has 45 channels. So, there is plenty of space available for everyone’s devices. In practice,  WiFi 6 can handle a higher number of devices and do so more efficiently. In modern businesses where employees may use two or three devices to work (not to mention any number of smart devices connected to the building), upgrading to WiFi 6 represents a </span><span data-contrast="auto">huge</span><span data-contrast="auto"> boost to productivity.</span></p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="TextRun SCXW62433446 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW62433446 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">More Secure</span></span></h2>



<p><span data-contrast="auto">Another major improvement that WiFi 6 brings is that the latest security protocol (WPA3) is required for a WiFi device to receive WiFi 6 certification from the WiFi Alliance. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">WPA3 makes it near impossible for hackers to crack passwords by constantly guessing them, and it makes data less useful even if hackers do manage to obtain it. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This will be invaluable for businesses who offer remote and hybrid working options. We’ve covered the </span><a href="https://www.kbr.co.uk/hybrid-working-cyber-security-challenges/"><span data-contrast="none">cyber security challenges</span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> facing these businesses previously, but with WiFi 6 and WPA3 going hand-in-hand, they can be assured that their data is more secure.</span></p>
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<h2 aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="none">Improved battery life for network connected devices</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></h2>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Another benefit of WiFi 6 is that it can improve the battery life of devices connected to the network thanks to Target Wake Time. In essence, this enables routers to schedule check-in times and ‘wake’ devices to send and receive data when they need to, rather than having their antennas powered on transmit to search for signals all the time.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">For smart buildings that have a myriad of devices (sensors, smart bulbs, etc.) connected to a network, this will be essential. By 2025, industry experts predict that there will be 25 billion connections on the Internet of Things. That’s a lot of devices that need to be charged!</span></p>
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<h2><span data-contrast="auto">How KBR can help</span></h2>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">For many businesses, the limitations of older networks are starting to surface. WiFi 6 represents an opportunity to improve employee productivity and data security.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW202544587 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202544587 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">With more than 35 years of experience, KBR has established itself as one of the most experienc</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW202544587 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202544587 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">ed </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW202544587 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202544587 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> providers for the education sector. Get in touch to speak to an expert about your network requirements</span></span> – call us on 0191 492 1492 or email <a href="mailto:info@kbr.co.uk">info@kbr.co.uk</a>.</p>


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		<title>WiFi 6 Technology for Education</title>
		<link>https://www.kbr.co.uk/wifi-6-technology-for-education/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:34:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The emergence of WiFi 6 presents an opportunity for the education sector, in particular, to experience several beneficial changes over the next few years. WiFi networks in schools, colleges, and universities currently are dealing with an increased load of media-rich content and multiple devices per student. Networks are set to face an even higher number [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong>The emergence of WiFi 6 presents an opportunity for the education sector, in particular, to experience several beneficial changes over the next few years. WiFi networks in schools, colleges, and universities currently are dealing with an increased load of media-rich content and multiple devices per student. Networks are set to face an even higher number of devices as well as the emergence of many new technologies that will rely greatly on WiFi connectivity. </strong></p>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">Experts have spotted </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">several trends in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">the e</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">ducation </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">sector </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">that are</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> changing </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">the way we see </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">wireless today</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">An </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">increasing use of high throughput applications,</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> a higher d</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">ensity of wireless devices,</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">a</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">s well as</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> a shift in where student learning takes place, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">will all contribute to the emergency of new wireless requirements for the </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">education institutions</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW262733346 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></p>
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					<div class='et-box-content'>A survey found that 50% of students who live on campus bring 5 or more devices to school.</div></div>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">WiFi 6, also known as 802.11ax, enjoys an improved performance in high-density environments as well as faster throughput. Overall, thanks to its faster speed, better device battery life, and less network congestion, its new capabilities are designed to meet the technological demands of the educational institutions of the future.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">What makes WiFI 6 a top performer across schools and college and university campuses is some of its new features. OFDMA, downlink and uplink MU-MIMO, Target Wake Time (TWT), BSS colouring will be allowing students and teachers to experience always-on connectivity, with very little network congestion. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></p>
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					<div class='et-box-content'>According to recent studies, 45% of higher education students think that wireless access on campus needed improvement.</div></div>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW52908268 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW52908268 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">Here’s why your educational institution should consider upgrading to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW52908268 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW52908268 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> 6:</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW52908268 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="TextRun SCXW97019011 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW97019011 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">The emergence of new wireless devices</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW97019011 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></h2>



<p><span class="TextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">The advancement in the field of wireless technology</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> is</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> showing no signs of slowing down</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Educational institutions are most likely to be flooded by new wireless devices faster than elsewhere.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> With students being back </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">to</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">schools, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">colleges</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> and universities alike</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">, institutions </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">need to be prepared to deal with the hundreds or thousands </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">of </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">new devices</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">, in addition to</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">all </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">legacy devices. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">W</span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">iFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> 6 </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">has the capabilities to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">vastly improve the </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">performance of</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> both</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> indoor and outdoor </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> technologies</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">which is a plus for schools aspiring to provide great wireless connections. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW184997360 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="TextRun SCXW39231418 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39231418 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">The new </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39231418 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">learning </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39231418 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">tools</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW39231418 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></h2>



<p><span class="TextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">A lot of the </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">teaching</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> and learning</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> today</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> is going remote</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">It is entertaining to think </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">that some of </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">today’s </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">primary and secondary school students</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">have</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> probably</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">never experienced life without the internet</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Educational institutions are increasingly making use of new technologies for learning. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Traditional</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> classrooms and</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> textbook learning </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">have seen an upgrade to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">digital learning processes</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">, tools, and</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> experiences</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">. This </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">can be</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> highly effective for learning in both school</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">s </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">higher education.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> However, to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">ensure uninterrupted</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> learning</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> and to be able to reap the benefits of </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">investing in </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">new technology</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">, establishments</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> across the UK</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> need</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">to ensure their </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> networks </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">are up </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">to scratch.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW248867147 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="TextRun SCXW178471300 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW178471300 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">The venue </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2 SCXW178471300 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">experience</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW178471300 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW178471300 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></h2>



<p><span class="TextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">Stadiums, event spaces, and sports fields are increasingly seeing </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">more and more </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">devices as </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">many </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">viewers stream media and engage with their surroundings</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> and devices</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">. Traffic patterns in stadiums </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">can change</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> very</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> quickly and</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">such venues </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">are likely to experience </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">bursts of traffic </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">during </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">events, which can </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">quickly </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">cause </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">network congestion</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> 6 offers consistent data throughput in dense environments</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">,</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> like</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> school</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> venues</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">,</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">as well as a wider coverage range</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> both indoors and outdoors.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW59378027 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span class="TextRun SCXW62433446 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW62433446 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">Multiple </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW62433446 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">devices</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW62433446 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></h2>



<p><span class="TextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">Educational institutions know that t</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">echnology</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> can make </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">learning fun</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">, engaging, and interactive.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Students </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">and pupils are used to bringing </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">several devices with them to campus</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">, so schools need to be able to support more than one device per student.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> All of t</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">his is </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">on </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">top of </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">the </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">school-provided devices, learning technologies, and IoT. Being able to support </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">all of</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> these devices at once, in high-density areas, is key to ensuring a positive experience</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> for both students and staff. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> 6 is a great way to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">mi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">tig</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">a</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">te </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">the issues of putting many </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">devices</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> in a single network. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW138132389 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}"> </span></p>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW202544587 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202544587 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;3f9d2062-59c8-4e54-82b0-b1e83ad4cda7|29&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[134233117,&quot;true&quot;,134233118,&quot;true&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,201340122,&quot;2&quot;,201341983,&quot;0&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,335559705,&quot;2057&quot;,335559740,&quot;240&quot;,469769226,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469775450,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469777841,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777842,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777843,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469777844,&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,469778129,&quot;paragraph&quot;,469778324,&quot;Normal&quot;]}">With more than 35 years of experience, KBR has established itself as one of the most experienced </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW202544587 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">WiFi</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202544587 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> providers for the education sector. Get in touch to speak to an expert about your network requirements</span></span> – call us on 0191 492 1492 or email <a href="mailto:info@kbr.co.uk">info@kbr.co.uk</a>.</p>


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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:05:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Since the start of the pandemic, it is estimated that cybercrime has skyrocketed by 300%, with the rise of remote working being one of the major factors contributing to the increase. As restrictions are being lifted, businesses across the globe predict that workforces will split their time between working at the office and working remotely. [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>Since the start of the pandemic, it is estimated that cybercrime has skyrocketed by 300%, with the rise of remote working being one of the major factors contributing to the increase.</p>



<p>As restrictions are being lifted, businesses across the globe predict that workforces will split their time between working at the office and working remotely. This &#8216;hybrid way of working&#8217; is likely to become the norm.</p>



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<p>What could possibly go wrong? For many companies offering remote working, new cyber security challenges will arise which IT security teams must tackle, with minimum disruptions to the work processes. This article will look through some of the challenges and recommend steps businesses can take to defend themselves against any associated threats.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. Assessing access governance</h2>



<p>Most organisations already face access management challenges, and these are made even more difficult in today’s dynamic work setting. Security teams might find themselves struggling to track who has access to what, recognise and prioritise identity risks promptly, and comply with countless policies and regulations in place.</p>



<p>For the hybrid workplace to succeed, businesses need to re-evaluate their existing governance policies for user access and authentication methods. It is therefore critical that your business has the right technologies to distinguish legitimate devices and users from malicious ones with more precision.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. Laser focus on cloud security</h2>



<p>The adaptation of remote working has led to a blend of existing IT and new cloud infrastructures. So the question is: how do you secure it? Business cloud infrastructures left unprotected form more potentially attackable surface area for cyber criminals to exploit.</p>



<p>Effective cloud protection needs to consider employee’s less secure personal equipment as well as the full array of devices available to them in the office.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="285" class="wp-image-23819" src="https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stat-2-1024x285.jpg" alt="" srcset="https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stat-2-1024x285.jpg 1024w, https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stat-2-980x273.jpg 980w, https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stat-2-480x134.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw" /></figure>



<p>A critical thing to do before returning to the office is to address any risky behaviours employees have been adopting while working from home.</p>



<p>Before welcoming employees back into their offices, businesses should consider running cyber security (re)training for staff to further educate employees and ensure proper procedures are followed. This will reduce time spent by the security team resolving issues that could have been easily avoided.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3. Protecting your collaboration tools</h2>



<p>With employees spread out over several locations, organisations have relied heavily on cloud-based collaboration tools such as Slack, Microsoft Teams and Zoom.</p>



<p>Businesses need to ensure that they have a strong archiving strategy in place as many of the platforms, such as Microsoft Teams, do not come with built-in cyber security features, and do not provide a way for data to be easily achieved.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="285" class="wp-image-23820" src="https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stat-3-1024x285.jpg" alt="" srcset="https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stat-3-1024x285.jpg 1024w, https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stat-3-980x273.jpg 980w, https://www.kbr.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stat-3-480x134.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw" /></figure>



<p>Additionally, IT and security teams must be aware of the vulnerability of these tools to malware and ransomware attacks. Without a proper security strategy and tools in place, collaboration tools can easily do more harm than good.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prevention is better than cure</h2>



<p>Ultimately, prevention is better than cure. Threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with criminals becoming savvier, more organised, and targeted. Being prepared is the best way to reduce the risks of cyberattacks. Invest time and resource in keeping your systems secure and ensure that your employees are aware of the cyber threats facing your business.</p>



<p>In a hybrid working set-up, it is vital for businesses to recognise the risks and take proactive measures to keep their business prepared. We recognise that some IT leaders are worried about their teams’ time and resources being stretched too thin.</p>



<p>If you believe your team will be under more pressure with a permanent remote work structure, get in touch with KBR today – call us on 0191 492 1492 or email <a href="mailto:info@kbr.co.uk">info@kbr.co.uk</a>.</p>
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		<link>https://www.kbr.co.uk/cyber-security-essentials-a-government-backed-scheme/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gareth Tomlin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:11:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Cyber Security]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>After a record-breaking year in 2020 for data breaches and cyber-attacks on companies, Government and individuals, cybercrime continues to make the headlines in the first quarter of 2021. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recently released a new alert for further targeted ransomware attacks on the UK education sector in particular. It is more important [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>After a record-breaking year in 2020 for data breaches and cyber-attacks on companies, Government and individuals, cybercrime continues to make the headlines in the first quarter of 2021. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recently released a new alert for further targeted ransomware attacks on the UK education sector in particular. It is more important than ever that businesses understand the nature of the threat and the potential for considerable damage. A good way to put a strategy in place is to consider a Cyber Essentials certification for your business.</p>



<p><strong>What is the Cyber Essentials certification?</strong></p>



<p>Cyber Essentials is government-backed information assurance scheme, operated by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). It is designed to help you protect your organisation against the most common cyber-attacks. The scheme is available for all types of organisations – from small scale startups to larger and growing businesses.</p>



<p>Cyber Essentials will prevent and help you avoid the consequences of phishing attacks, malware, ransomware, password guessing and network attacks.</p>



<p><strong>What are the benefits of getting certified?</strong></p>



<p>· A piece of mind for your customers knowing you are working to secure your IT against cyber attacks</p>



<p>· Attract more business with the promise you have vigilant cyber security measures in place</p>



<p>· You fully understand your organisation&#8217;s cyber security level</p>



<p>· Some Government contracts may require Cyber Essentials certification</p>



<p><strong>How can KBR help you become successful?</strong></p>



<p>Understanding the cyber security infrastructure you require, as well as implementing it yourself, can seem overwhelming. In our 35 years of experience, we have worked with many businesses and organisations like yours, helping them acquire the Cyber Essentials certification. Our approach goes hand-in-hand with what the Cyber Essentials scheme assesses and is therefore the perfect solution for organisations of all sizes who want to become certified.</p>



<p>So, if you’re looking for more information around getting Cyber Essentials-certified, or simply want some advice, don’t hesitate to get in touch.</p>



<p>Download our Cyber Security Essentials eBook to learn more about the scheme and how KBR can help:</p>



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