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<\/a><\/a>\nUtility workers and field technicians must frequently navigate expansive, remote, and rugged terrain, where secure connectivity is hard to come by, yet paramount for critical operations. Whether working on water reservoirs, power lines, remote substations, or energy farms, purpose-built rugged devices served by dedicated enterprise-controlled private connectivity options are important. Together, these capabilities can support high-speed, reliable communication for regular operations as well as during emergencies or outages, helping teams respond quickly and effectively.<\/p>
\nAnterix provides an end-to-end private wireless foundation that utilities own and control, supported by the nation\u2019s largest licensed 900 MHz spectrum portfolio. It enables secure, resilient communications that enhance grid operations and drive long-term value. Now, utilities and field crews using the TOUGHBOOK 56 can connect directly to a 900 MHz private broadband network, simplifying accessibility and interoperability. Together with Anterix-enabled networks, the TOUGHBOOK 56 provides utility workers with a reliable, more secure connection even in the most demanding environments.<\/p>
\n\u201cAt Panasonic Connect, we understand the role that private networks play when it comes to field work \u2013 a critical mission that our customers rely on,\u201d said Dominick Passanante, senior vice president and general manager, Mobility Business, Panasonic Connect North America. \u201cThrough our collaboration with Anterix, customers have confidence that our next generation of rugged solutions offer out-of-the-box functionality on 900 MHz private broadband networks to support advanced connectivity needs and help their teams work effectively, whether they are restoring power after a storm or maintaining energy infrastructure.\u201d<\/p>
\n\u201cThe AnterixActive badge designation of Panasonic\u2019s TOUGHBOOK 56 represents another step forward in expanding a trusted ecosystem for utility private networks,\u201d said Steve Ryan, vice president of ecosystem and partnerships at Anterix. \u201cWe\u2019re focused on ensuring utilities have access to the devices and solutions they need to deploy secure, resilient communications at scale.\u201d<\/p>
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\nThe Panasonic TOUGHBOOK family of laptops and 2-in-1 tablets can be followed on social media channels including LinkedIn<\/a>, YouTube<\/a>, Instagram<\/a>, Facebook<\/a>, and X<\/a>, and on our blog, Rugged Mobility for Business<\/a>.<\/p> \nAbout Panasonic Connect North America<\/b><\/p> \nEstablished on April 1, 2022, as part of the Panasonic Group\u2019s<\/a> switch to an operating company system, Panasonic Connect North America<\/a> is a B2B company offering device hardware, software, and professional services to provide value to customers across the public sector, enterprise, federal government, education, immersive entertainment, food services, and manufacturing industries. With the mission to \u201cChange Work, Advance Society, Connect to Tomorrow,\u201d Panasonic Connect North America works closely with its community of partners, innovators, and integrators to provide the right technologies to address customers\u2019 ever-evolving needs in today\u2019s connected enterprise.<\/p>