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single pane of glass, empowering engineers to troubleshoot and manage equipment from anywhere and
anytime conveniently, no matter where and when bad actors choose to strike.

Truck rolls may also be necessary during firmware updates, configuration changes, and power cycling to
correct errors. Again, with out-of-band management, enterprises don’t need to send their technicians on-
site to perform these routine activities. Instead, out-of-band management simplifies everyday
management, allowing companies to automate repetitive tasks, reducing human touch points and errors
while enabling greater scalability.

Staying Secure During Digital Transformation

As network devices continue to increase in complexity, so too will they become more susceptible to
cyberattacks. Software stacks, for example, require frequent updates, making them vulnerable to bugs,
exploits, and bad actors. Likewise, the increased reliance on edge networks and deployment of IoT
devices further complicates security challenges. To that end, out-of-band management can help
businesses future-proof their networks as they undergo digital transformation.

About the Author

Tracy Collins, VP of Sales, Americas. Tracy has over 25 years of experience
in leadership positions in the IT and Infrastructure industry. Prior to joining
Opengear, Tracy led the Americas business for EkkoSense, the leading
provider of AI/ML software that allows data center operators to operate more
efficiently. Prior to joining EkkoSense, Tracy was the CEO of Alabama based
Simple Helix, a regional colocation data center operator and MSP. Tracy
spent over 21 years with Vertiv, in various leadership positions including
leading the global channel organization.

Tracy has an extensive background in sales leadership, and channel
development with a strong track record of driving growth while improving profitability. Tracy holds both a
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, and a Master of Science in Management from the
University of Alabama – Huntsville.

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