Caroline Thomas, Author at SUSE Communities

May 9, 2025 4:51 pm

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How to Unify IT and OT with Open Source Edge Solutions

The manufacturing sector stands to massively benefit from IT/OT convergence. Information Technology (IT) systems handle data processing, storage and communication, while Operational Technology (OT) systems manage physical processes and machinery. The integration of IT and OT drives operational efficiency and opens up new paths for innovation. The challenge lies in how to unify these […]

Categories: Corporate, SUSE Blog, SUSE Edge

By: Caroline Thomas

May 2, 2025 5:46 pm

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Overcoming Modern Manufacturing Challenges with Edge Computing

The pressure is on to keep pace with Industry 4.0. Manufacturers must adapt to emerging technologies like AI, while maintaining efficiency and managing a growing web of devices, apps and tools. Your factories already operate at “the edge.” But unifying your systems in a secure, integrated edge computing platform opens up powerful […]

Categories: Corporate, IT Operations at the Edge, Manufacturing, Products, Solutions, SUSE Blog, SUSE Edge, Verticals

By: Caroline Thomas

April 21, 2025 10:55 am

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Decentralized Computing: The Key to Secure and Scalable Digital Infrastructure

As businesses embrace modern digital infrastructures that power cloud native computing, edge environments and even AI, decentralized computing architectures are becoming more common. This blog explores the definition, benefits, use cases and challenges of decentralized computing, providing insights for organizations considering this approach. What is decentralized computing? Decentralized computing is a model where data and […]

Categories: Corporate, SUSE Blog

By: Caroline Thomas

April 10, 2025 7:31 pm

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Distributed Edge Computing: Unlocking the Power of Decentralized Networks To Drive Innovation

Distributed edge computing empowers organizations to handle data processing efficiently, flexibly and securely at scale. In this article, we will explore what distributed edge computing is, how it works, and how it compares to traditional edge strategies. We will also examine its benefits, challenges and real-world applications. Finally, you’ll learn how distributed edge computing […]

Categories: Corporate, SUSE Blog, SUSE Edge

By: Caroline Thomas

March 27, 2025 7:05 am

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Project Margo: Leading the Manufacturing Industry Into the Future With Open Source Interoperability

In 2024, Forbes ran an insightful piece on why edge computing is vital for smart manufacturing. The piece highlighted edge computing’s advantages: real-time insights, more efficient operations, lower latency and better processing for massive amounts of data. It’s all true, but industrial manufacturers realized that with those benefits came significant problems and […]

Categories: Corporate, SUSE Blog, SUSE Edge

By: Caroline Thomas

March 20, 2025 7:25 am

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Build Stronger Edge Security Without Slowing Down Innovation

Your business data lives everywhere today — in stores, warehouses, factory floors and remote offices. This shift beyond traditional data centers creates new security risks where your operations are most exposed. When a single compromised device threatens your entire network, you need complete protection at every edge location. Edge security safeguards your business at these […]

Categories: Corporate, SUSE Blog, SUSE Edge

By: Caroline Thomas

March 20, 2025 7:08 am

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5G Edge Computing: The Future of Mobile Networks for Businesses and Consumers

5G edge computing is transforming how organizations process, analyze and act on data. Instead of sending information back to centralized cloud servers, edge computing places compute power closer to where data is created. Paired with 5G’s ultra-low latency and high bandwidth, it enables near real-time processing for applications that need speed, accuracy and responsiveness. […]

Categories: Corporate, SUSE Blog, SUSE Edge

By: Caroline Thomas

March 5, 2025 8:08 pm

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Achieving Sustainability Goals with Edge Computing

Edge computing changes the way businesses gather, compute and store critical data. Instead of relying solely on centralized cloud servers, edge computing places computing resources at the "edge" of the network, nearer to devices and users. This proximity enables faster data processing and improved performance for a wide range of applications. Beyond these main […]

Categories: Corporate, SUSE Blog, SUSE Edge

By: Caroline Thomas

February 4, 2025 8:01 pm

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Revolutionizing Retail with Edge Computing: Insights from NRF 2025

In a recent LinkedIn Live event, SUSE explored the transformative potential of edge computing in the retail industry. The discussion, led by Keith Basil, General Manager of Edge at SUSE, and Brent Schroeder, Head of Office of the CTO at SUSE, provided valuable insights into how edge computing is reshaping customer experiences and operational efficiency. […]

Tags: Edge, edge computing, NRF, Retail

Categories: Corporate, IT Operations at the Edge, Retail, Solutions, SUSE Blog, SUSE Edge, Verticals