April 16, 202600:08:12

Digi International: Tony Puopolo on Managed IoT, 5G Innovation, and Channel Growth, Podcast

Tony Puopolo, GM of Digi Managed Solutions at Digi International, spoke with Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, during the Channel Partners Conference & Expo about how IoT, 5G, and managed services are creating new growth opportunities for channel partners.

Puopolo explained that Digi International is focused on delivering end-to-end connectivity solutions that combine hardware, software, and managed services. These integrated offerings simplify deployment and management for customers operating in distributed and mission-critical environments such as utilities, transportation, and industrial applications. “Our goal is to make connectivity simple, secure, and scalable for partners and their customers,” Puopolo said.

The discussion highlighted Digi’s latest innovations, including advanced 5G-enabled platforms designed to support edge computing and real-time data processing. By combining networking, compute, and security capabilities into a single solution, Digi enables organizations to reduce complexity and improve operational efficiency.

Puopolo also emphasized Digi’s channel-first approach, noting that partners play a critical role in delivering these solutions to the market. By offering managed services alongside technology platforms, partners can create recurring revenue streams while addressing customer needs for reliable, always-on connectivity.

As conversations at Channel Partners continue to focus on IoT, 5G, and edge innovation, Digi International is positioning itself as a key enabler for partners looking to expand into high-growth connectivity and managed services opportunities.

Learn more about Digi International: https://www.digi.com/

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