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Cradlepoint , a global leader in cloud-delivered 4G and 5G wireless network edge solutions , has unveiled its second-generation 5G product portfolio . The comprehensive , global product launch spans low-band to millimeter-wave solutions and external adapters to integrated 5G routers , all with a clean-slate design to support the full speed and capabilities of 5G . Cradlepoint is a cellular technology innovator shipping its second-generation 5G solutions before most companies have announced their first , giving its global channel partners a head start in the lucrative Wireless WAN and 5G market opportunity .
The Ministry of Education in Barbados is working on a school alert app to enhance communication with parents to keep them up to date with relevant information about school environments .
Santia Bradshaw , Minister of Education , Technological and Vocational Training , said the app would be available on Google Play .
“ We are trying to use the technology that is available to us , to engage with our stakeholders , obviously differently than we would have done before ,” she said .
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Blackboard , a leading global EdTech software and solutions company , and K16 Solutions , an industry leader in EdTech for Learning Management System ( LMS ) course migration , course design and course archiving , have announced a partnership to help Blackboard migrate its clients to Blackboard Learn Ultra in an easier and more efficient manner . The partnership will enable existing Blackboard Learn clients or clients moving from other LMS platforms to Blackboard Learn Ultra to take advantage of Ultra ’ s intuitive , powerful teaching and learning experience . The partnership will help Blackboard migrate its clients to Learn Ultra in a more cost-effective way for new and upgrading clients . This service includes the migration of the first 100 courses for current Learn institutions or new clients at no cost .
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Filogix , a Finastra company , has announced that Real Mortgage Associates ( RMA ) and Broker One , Eastern Canada ’ s leading network for independent mortgage brokerages , has selected Filogix Expert Pro to provide its members with digital mortgage capabilities . The digital mortgage platform will empower brokers and other mortgage professionals within RMA and the Broker One network to run their businesses their way , from anywhere , with an improved digital customer experience , enhanced workflow optimization and the ability to manage new opportunities and fund deals more rapidly .
“ Digital tools are the future of brokerage and we are excited to offer these capabilities to our members through Filogix ,” said Ron De Silva , President and CEO , Broker One .
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