Speedcast, a prominent provider of communications and IT services, has unveiled its latest release of the SIGMA™ intelligent edge network management solution. This new generation features an upgraded architecture designed to meet contemporary challenges such as visibility, control, compliance, and security in managing distributed edge environments.
With a new base operating system and a cloud-native orchestration platform, the SIGMA platform is optimized for virtualized deployments and dynamic policy-driven configurations. This aims to automate processes at scale and facilitate swift deployment to thousands of edge devices.
As a leading global tier-one reseller of Starlink and distribution partner for Eutelsat OneWeb, Speedcast recognizes the increasing demand for integrating LEO service offerings with its SIGMA platform. This integration provides a comprehensive, future-proof solution for remote connectivity.
SIGMA supports various services, including those from Starlink and OneWeb, operationalizing multi-vendor enterprise SD-WAN and other industry applications through flexible and automated edge deployment. Dee Schwalb, Chief Product Officer at Speedcast, stated that SIGMA has been a favorite among customers, attributing the platform’s updates to insights gained from supporting remote operations.
This latest release enhances SIGMA’s architecture, extending cloud experiences to the edge and enabling centralized management of distributed infrastructure and applications. The upgraded platform improves remote site visibility and control, expands hardware diversity, reduces costs, and enhances automation for deployment and updates.
It also integrates robust security features, including advanced firewall protections, Zero Trust access controls, and data encryption, ensuring the integrity and safety of connected systems. Furthermore, the enhanced SIGMA platform contributes significantly to meeting the International Association of Classification Societies’ (IACS) latest cybersecurity standards for new ships, ensuring that cybersecurity considerations are embedded from the onset.
Speedcast plans to showcase this advanced SIGMA platform during upcoming trade shows, providing demonstrations and discussions on its capabilities.