Welcome firstnameFirst Name to the Purdicom Webinar Schedule

Purdicom is constantly running a host of technical and sales-based webinars, roundtables and live events, covering everything from Security, Wi-Fi, Cloud, Switching and Network Management. 

Take a look at our schedule below and sign up for all of the events that take your fancy. We will be showcasing the very best from our key vendors including WatchGuard, CommScope RUCKUS, Siklu, Nomadix and Cambium Networks. We look forward to welcoming you along.  

All past webinars from this series are also listed below along with the recordings. If you have an idea for a topic you'd like us to explore, please drop us a line on the form below or call us on +44 (0) 1488 647 647 

27th May 

SIKLU: Technical Class S1: Wireless Communications 101

May 27, 2021 11:00 AM (London)

Description: 
Ever wondered what dBs were? And their cousins dBm's, and dBi's? Why and how we use them? Ever pondered how modulation works? How information bits make it across a wireless link? And what are all those QAMs everybody's talking about? Ever thought about how a wireless signal propagates and what can mess this up?

Join our upcoming online training to find out:

• dB's demystified
• dB maths
• Modulation demystified
• Wireless propagation
• Adverse propagation phenomena and how to combat them

This is a technical session with a certificate for participants at the end. 

Presenter: Daniel Ephraty, Director of Sales Engineering | Siklu

3rd June 

SIKLU: Siklu - Technical Class S2: mmWave Configuring, Commissioning & Monitoring

Jun 3, 2021 11:00 AM (London)

Description: 
Congratulations! You've installed your first Siklu link. What now? How do you effectively configure and commission the link? How do you monitor it over time? What management tools are at your disposal and how to use them?

Join our coming online training where all will be revealed.

• How to use the web GUI?
• How to use the CLI?
• How to use SNMP
• How to use Siklu's EMS
• How to monitor a link's health?

This is a technical session with a certificate for participants at the end.

10th June

SIKLU: Siklu Technical Class S3: LBC & Antenna Alignment

Jun 10, 2021 11:00 AM London

Description: 

Ever struggled to align a Siklu antenna? Ever wondered why we're such sticklers for link budget calculations? Ever wished you could deploy Siklu links over long distances?

Join our online training session where all will be explained in detail:

• Why calculate a link?
• How to use the LBC?
• How to correctly align antennas?
• How to install long Siklu links with ExtendMM

This is a technical session with a certificate for participants at the end.

Presenter: Daniel Ephraty, Director of Sales Engineering | Siklu

Check our past webinar topics from the series and all the recordings below...

28th April

SIKLU: INTRODUCTION TERRAGRAPH

APRIL 28TH, 2021 3PM (GMT)

Description: 
We are joined by special guests from Siklu and Facebook to bring you this all-you-need-to-know presentation, and introduction to Terragraph. Find out about this brand new cutting edge technology, MultiHaul™ TG, Siklu's 5th generation 60GHz product, expanding the industry-leading portfolio of mmWave, gigabit products and SaaS. The TG range of products delivers outstanding speeds and exceptional last-mile performance.

Shimon from Siklu, the leader in mmWave systems for over a decade, will be showing us how Siklu has approached the implementation of TG to provide the most fully-featured TG offering in the market. Shimon will be joined by Dave Botha from Facebook for this special event.

Webinar hosted by:

Shimon Hochbaum - Senior Product Manager, Siklu
David Botha - Strategic Partner Manager, Facebook

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8th April

CAMBIUM NETWORKS: INTRODUCTION TO WATCHGUARD 

APRIL 8TH, 2021 2:30 PM GMT

Description: 

We will be covering the current issues with Wi-Fi security by identifying how safe the end-user is from existing and new Wi-Fi threats that emerge daily, why you cannot depend on a standalone access point to detect and prevent threats from hackers.

We will also look into WatchGuard's solutions. How you can protect against ever-evolving malware, ransomware and data breaches with their Firebox. WatchGuard offers a variety of solutions for secure, fast and easy-to-manage Wi-Fi, easily add WIPS to your network. WatchGuard's AuthPoint provides effective authentication on an easy-to-use Cloud platform. WatchGuard's endpoint security DNSWatchGO provides persistent, always-on protection, no matter where the endpoint is located. In March 2020 WatchGuard acquired Panda Security. Allowing current and future customers and partners to consolidate their fundamental security services for protection from the network to an endpoint under a single company - we will cover AD360 and Patch Management. 

Join us as Steve Kent (Sales and Marketing Director) and Alex Claro (Head of Technical) take us through the fundamental security solutions offered by WatchGuard, including Firewall and DNS WatchGo demonstrations.

Webinar hosted by:

Steve Kent- Sales and Marketing Director, Purdicom
Alex Claro - Head of Technical, Purdicom

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31st March

TECHNICAL USE CASES FOR SCHOOLS AND MULTI-TENANT DEPLOYMENTS

MARCH 31ST, 2021 10AM (GMT)

Description: 
Join us for the upcoming virtual RUCKUS Technical Family Distributor Day which will focus on RUCKUS solutions for Schools and Multi-tenant deployments, helping you to deliver the best Wi-Fi experience for network users in these environments. We will show technical use cases with practical tips and tricks on how to leverage the latest features within the RUCKUS portfolio.

Agenda:
• RUCKUS Introduction
• RUCKUS Portfolio
o LAN
o WLAN
o Control & Management

• Primary Education Best Practices
o RUCKUS products for Education
o Unleashed vs Cloud vs SmartZone as WaaS
o Cloudpath features often deployed in Education

• Multi-Tenant Best Practices
o MDU and Wi-Fi design (separate SSIDs per tenant vs one SSID for all)
o RUCKUS Cloud and DPSK
o SmartZone as WaaS using internal and external DPSK
o Cloudpath MDU features

• Demo of RUCKUS Cloud with DPSK and SmartZone/Cloudpath with the MDU portal
• Q&A 

Webinar hosted by:

Simon Williams - Senior Pre-Sales Engineer at Ruckus Networks, CommScope

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23rd February 

BUILDING YOUR SIKLU BUSINESS WITH THE GIGABIT BROADBAND VOUCHER SCHEME

FEB 23rd, 2021 10:30AM (GMT)

Description:

We will be joined by John Tarlton (UK Sales Manager, Siklu) for this event, where we will be discussing the UK Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme and how you can use it to build your business.

Many providers already taking advantage of this programme are only able to install fibre. Siklu provides something different. Something much better. Connect wirelessly with Siklu and deploy in days without the need to dig trenches and lay cable. It couldn't be any quicker, cleaner or easier.

This scheme is ideal for all service providers in the UK and their end-user customers.
Registration for funding is easy and is paid within two weeks to the appropriate party on completion of the works. Come and find out more!

Webinar hosted by:
John Tarlton - UK Sales Manager, Siklu

Roger Horlock - Managing Director, Metranet Communications

11th February

HELP SERVICE PROVIDERS TO THRIVE IN A TESTING MARKET

FEB 11, 2021 9:30 AM GMT

Description: 

Cambium Networks virtual partner event aimed at enabling UK, Ireland and Nordic service providers to find new ways of adding value to their customers and so drive engagement, retention and revenues. This focused special event is designed to be an educational and informative session allowing Cambium and some hand-picked "Eco-System Partners" to showcase products and services that specifically address areas of interest to ISPs and MSPs.

Webinar hosted by:

Cambium Networks

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8th December

WATCHGUARD INTEGRATES WITH COMMSCOPE RUCKUS: FULL SOLUTIONS 2021

DEC 8, 2020 10:30 AM London

Description:

We will be exploring the current issues on Wi-Fi security by identifying how safe is the end-user from existing and new Wi-Fi threats emerging daily, why we cannot depend on a standalone access point to detect and prevent all new threats from hackers.

Also, look into WatchGuard's solutions. How it automatically acts as an overlay on existing access points and not only provides safe Wi-Fi traffic but, also delivers unprecedented WIPS security protection that is 100% dedicated to scanning the air and protecting your business from wireless threats 24/7. 

Webinar hosted by:
Alex Claro - Head of Technical, Purdicom

4th December

HOW TO MAXIMISE YOUR PROFIT AS AN MSP USING CAMBIUM NETWORKS

DEC 4, 2020 11:00 AM London

Description:

This webinar is ideal for resellers, VARs and MSPs and will show you how to maximise profits and increase your revenue streams by using cnMaestro's MSP feature. We will begin with an overview of the cnPilot and cnMaestro product portfolio. We will then go into a demonstration of how the cnMaestro management system performs provisioning, monitoring, maintenance and troubleshooting of the cnPilot Wi-Fi network for MSP's. Find out what exclusive onboarding offers are available, and the value add Purdicom can offer to support their partners business growth. 

Purdicom is a multi-award -winning value-added distributor. Our partners like dealing with us because we're by their side at every step of the sales cycle. We will get to know you, your business and your vision. Our portfolio provides an opportunity to break out of the traditional vendor silos. Whatever your business model, you need enough options to fulfil the needs of your customer, whatever the challenge or budget. Never walk away from the business again. Command better margins. We will help you do that and it's easy!

From outdoor connectivity to indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi, Cambium Networks connects the unconnected with wireless fabric broadband solutions purpose-built for demanding environments and unique challenges – empowering the community, enterprise and progress through connectivity worldwide. 

Webinar hosted by:
Harry Drewett - Solutions Engineer, Purdicom

24th November 

COMMSCOPE RUCKUS FINANCE: BUILD THE NETWORK THAT YOU NEED

Nov 24, 2020 10:30 AM London

Description:

In the current climate, many businesses face technology advancement that put more demands onto the network and are challenged to upgrade their network infrastructure or the devices that support the network. Companies are always under pressure to deliver the latest technology whilst managing tight IT budgets.

We are putting together a webinar to provide a solution on how to future-proof your networking connectivity through flexible financing options and how a business can obtain the latest networking technology without having to pay upfront payments and without putting a strain on the budgets.

We will be joined by Justin Thomas, Senior Program Manager, Corporate Finance from CommScope. He will be covering the following topic:

• Market trends – technology, regional, environmental, commercial
• Commercial trends in Networking
• As-A-Service models and subscription growth
• Reoccurring revenue models
• Channel models – CAPEX to Managed Services
• CommScope Financial Services – why, how and solutions available

Join us as Justin will simplify the challenging financial and technology choices that impact businesses and provide a simplified solution that will enable companies to upgrade their networks easier. 

18th November 

COMMSCOPE RUCKUS: Wi-Fi NETWORKING FOR TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS 

Nov 18, 2020 10:30 AM London

Description:

With the high street under pressure and the with the rise of internet shopping in the UK, the channel is witnessing significant growth in verticals such as transport and logistics.

In this webinar, we will be discussing the new opportunities that exist in T&L and some of the products that can help businesses within this space to grow and keep up with demand from a technological and connectivity standpoint.

We will be looking specifically at products such as the RUCKUS M510 access points which are designed to provide reliable Wi-Fi coverage in transportation. The M510 is specifically designed for deployments in temporary locations where Ethernet connectivity is absent, unreliable or cost-prohibitive.

Join us and learn how this technology can assist with centralised management, its Integrated LTE modem and the 802.11ac Wave 2 BeamFlex+ antennas and how all this can vastly improve performance when needed the most, overcoming the challenges that come with Wi-Fi for transportation.

Webinar hosted by:
Alex Claro - Head of Technical, Purdicom

13th October  

CAMBIUM NETWORKS:  AUTUMN EDITION OF THE CAMBIUM NETWORKS 2020 EMEA VIRTUAL PARTNER EVENT

Description: 

NEW PRODUCTS | GTM STRATEGIES | PARTNER PORTAL BENEFITS

MORNING:  TUESDAY, 13 OCTOBER 09.30-13.00 CET 

How to maximise your partnership with Cambium. Topics will include new product updates, Partner Portal benefits, and vertical market strategies. 

AFTERNOON:  TUESDAY, 13 OCTOBER 14.00-17.30 CET

The afternoon will continue with a broader session specifically for Service Providers (MSPs), addressing areas of interest including cnWave, Cambium's new 60 GHz solution.

COME AND VISIT US ON OUR VIRTUAL STAND

Drop-in and visit the Purdicom virtual stand where we will be showcasing our services & technologies including our multi-vendor solutions and how we can help grow your business in partnership.  

Come and find out more about the range of value-add and professional services we have to offer and how we can support you in winning more business. See you there!

27th August  

CAMBIUM NETWORKS:  INTRODUCTION TO ePMP 2000

Description:

ePMP™ fixed wireless Internet solutions connect millions of people across the world. ePMP technology is unique with 'frequency re-use' which is enabled through GPS Synchronisation and supported by PMP software. This makes your network faster than ever. The ePMP 2000 enables your wireless broadband network to avoid spectrum crunch - come and find out how. This webinar will be hosted by Harry Drewett (Wireless Solutions Engineer) who will run you through an introduction to the technology and demonstrate the kit in action. We will also discuss all the ways in which Purdicom can help you with network design and link planning, commissioning, pre-staging and pre & post-installation site surveys so you can be sure your solution to the end-user is perfect in every way. Register your place now. 

24th June  

WATCHGUARD: THE CYBERSECURITY LANDSCAPE 2020 & THE OPPORTUNITY FOR WatchGuardONE CHANNEL PARTNERS

Description:

This webinar covers the Cybersecurity Landscape and the opportunity for WatchGuardONE Channel Partners including: 

    •    The 2020 Cyber threat landscape

    •    Introduction to WatchGuardONE Partner Programme

    •    The opportunity to drive growth & profitability with cybersecurity

Profitability to the Core

WatchGuardONE is all about your profitability. Gain front-end discounts, back-end rebates, deal registration, co-op funds, MDF, SPIFF programmes, and more.

Customise your partner experience to the products and services you focus on as a business, including specialisations in Network Security, Secure Wi-Fi, and Multi-Factor Authentication.

Join the webinar to learn more about the WatchGuardONE Partner Programme and the opportunity for your business.

3rd June  

COMMSCOPE RUCKUS ICX: THE EDGE, SALES TRAINING

Description:
Do you want to gain a competitive edge by selling complete solutions and increasing deal sizes? Do you want to learn how to provide valuable insight into your customers and convert more prospects? Do you want to accelerate your revenue with dedicated promotions? Then look no further. This is a free sales training course that seeks to provide you with all of this and much more. Based on the extensive market research we will:

• Provide you with the framework required to deliver a superior selling experience to the end customer
• Teach you how to win a switching sales cycle from start to finish
• Articulate an end-to-end story for ICX through the lens of the customer and the full RUCKUS portfolio

This presentation will be delivered by expert sales and market development manager Hasina Dhanji (Sales Acceleration at CommScope). Hasina has many years' experience in the channel and is a superb presenter.

27th May 

COMMSCOPE RUCKUS: UNLEASHED & SMARTZONE

Description:

Unleashed™ is the name given to the range of AP's from CommScope RUCKUS, and is the controller-less solution for SMB's. RUCKUS Unleashed™ access points come with a built-in management platform accessible from a desktop or a mobile app supporting up to 128 access points and 2,048 clients. The easiest plug & play on the market.

Join this webinar to find out more about how Unleashed products compare to RUCKUS SmartZone. SmartZone is available as both a physical or virtual appliance and provides configuration and visibility of both wired and wireless networks from a single management platform.

This session includes all the usual good stuff; an introduction to the technology, an overview of how the technologies have changed, live demos and Q&A. Come along and find out how these technologies can benefit you and your end-users.

13th May 

WATCHGUARD: PROTECTING ENDPOINTS WITH THREAT DETECTION RESPONSE (TDR)

Description:

Following on from the introduction to firewalls, find out how Threat Detection and Response (TDR) works. TDR is a cloud-based subscription service that works with any endpoint device to minimize the consequences of data breaches. TDR works through early detection and automated remediation. It continually collects and analyses forensic data from your firewall and from endpoints on your network to proactively detect and respond to security threats. 

We use all our vendors' technology, so this webinar represents a unique opportunity to find out more from real-life use-case scenarios based on our own work environment and our own findings. 

The format for this webinar will include an introduction, live demonstrations and of course we will also be providing you with exclusive deals and free trial offers of the WatchGuard technology so you can try it out yourself.

6th May 

SIKLU: ESSENTIAL INFRASTRUCTURE BY SIKLU

Description:

In unprecedented and uncertain times, Siklu offers a reliable, quick and efficient way to provide multigigabit connectivity. Today connectivity for critical infrastructure, home services and hospitals is vital in our efforts to support the nations well being.

This webinar will specifically be looking at what we are doing in these verticals and many more. We will be providing the latest product update along with our automation ability to build design and manage your network from home with Siklu.
This is a great opportunity to gain a greater understanding of mmWave and how reliable wireless connectivity is and vital towards essential infrastructure today.

29th April 

CAMBIUM NETWORKS - INTRODUCTION cnMAESTRO & cnPILOT

Description:

cnMaestro is a powerful and free to use cloud network management platform and cnPilot is a uniquely positioned Wi-Fi solution available at an unbelievably competitive price point. Both technologies come courtesy of Cambium Networks and we can't wait to show you all the benefits of these products.

This webinar is ideal for all resellers, VARs and especially MSPs where management and on-going revenue generation sits alongside providing your customers with excellent networks and support.

We will be providing an introduction to the technology, walking you through a live demonstration and then providing you with a platform for Q&A. Find out what offers we can provide on these products, including extended credit terms, free APs and three month money-back guarantee (amongst others).

14th April 

COMMSCOPE RUCKUS ICX CONFIGURATION Q&A 

Description:

An opportunity to learn how to easily configure RUCKUS ICX switches. This Q&A session will be based on our most frequently asked questions and will also draw upon the questions you submit prior to the event. It is an open forum, hosted by our Solutions Architect, Alex Claro and will seek to answer all those uncertainties around the perceived complexities of the unknown. 

Let us walk you through everything you need to know with detailed explanations, demonstrations and live Q&A. 

This session is not to be missed!

1st April 

WATCHGUARD FIREWALLS, CLOUD & ANALYTICS

Description:

In this webinar, we'll be introducing WatchGuard Firewalls. Based on our own firewall account, let us walk you through an in-depth dive through the Purdicom office data so we can show you what is possible. With a special focus on the WatchGuard cloud platform and all the available analytics, you'll learn practical tips and take-aways about this superb technology. 

The agenda will include a short introduction to the technology and its many possibilities, a live demonstration, a Q&A session where you can ask all the questions that arise throughout the demo and we also have some free trails and specials offers that you'll be pleased to take advantage of. 

This is a great opportunity to see what WatchGuard firewall security can offer you, your business and your customers and end-users. We look forward to seeing you there!

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