Intelligent CISO Issue 08 | Page 65

Aruba introduces new secure, AI-powered mobility innovations Aruba’s new series of 802.11ax access points, 802.11ax- optimised switches and AI- powered software are set to give organisations a secure, autonomous network for the mobile, cloud and IoT era. ruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has announced a new family of 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) IoT-ready wireless access points and complementary access switches, along with innovations in security, intelligent power management and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered automation and service assurance. A It aims to deliver the performance, simplicity and reliability that organisations need to give users exceptional digital experiences. Aruba is also the first Wi-Fi vendor to integrate Bluetooth 5 into its APs combined with integrated Zigbee capabilities. These new capabilities enable IoT use cases, such as smart door locks and electronic shelf labels, while Bluetooth 5 also delivers user- aware indoor location allowing IT to create personalised experiences. www.intelligentciso.com | Issue 08 In addition, Aruba is delivering industry- first power management innovations allowing customers to preserve their existing PoE switch investments while significantly reducing access point power consumption during off hours. These unique features include intelligent power monitoring, a capability delivered by Aruba Operating System (AOS) 8 and NetInsight Green AP, part of Aruba’s AI-powered analytics and assurance solution. Enabling the experience edge Organisations are expecting IT professionals to deliver IoT-enabled innovation that will allow them to create extraordinary digital experiences for their employees, customers and guests. New types of experiences such as location- aware mobile engagement, digitally- assisted patient care and user-aware meeting rooms can give organisations a competitive advantage. 65 The new wireless access points support the latest Wi-Fi standard and are the first to be Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) certified for the new WPA3 and Enhanced Open security standards to provide stronger encryption and simpler IoT security configuration.