As a new innovation partner, Extreme supports MiLB in introducing new technologies with powerful solutions for Wi-Fi, analytics and SD-WAN.
FRANKFURT A.M./ MORRISVILLE, N.C., 14. September 2022 – Extreme Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXTR), a leading provider of cloud-based networking solutions, announces that it has been selected as an official technology innovation partner of Minor League Baseball (MiLB), the governing body of professional baseball leagues below the major leagues in the United States. In this role, Extreme will oversee the testing of new stadium and in-game technologies at MiLB’s stadiums. In addition, Extreme has been named the Official Wi-Fi, Analytics and WAN Edge Solution Provider for a five-year partnership. As part of the agreement, the MiLB ExtremeCloud™ SD-WAN to establish a secure connection for the exchange of important information between the teams and the regional training facilities.
the essentials in brief
Secure SD-WAN for cross-team connectivity: With ExtremeCloud SD-WAN, all 120 teams at MiLB can easily and securely exchange data – including player performance data, match analysis videos and other confidential information. Extreme helps network administrators reduce operational complexity by optimizing thousands of applications and dynamically routing traffic to ensure high quality for critical applications such as voice and video.
Increasingly technology-supported stadium experiences and game processes: Extreme is the MiLB stadiums with a High performance connectivity via Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E, which allows testing of new in-game technologies that improve the fan experience and streamline game operations.
Powerful Wi-Fi and detailed analysis: The MiLB will also provide its stadiums and clubs ExtremeAnalytics™ to offer. The solution provides visibility into network performance, fan-side usage and stadium operations to improve the experience for fans and staff. With the help of ExtremeAnalytics, MiLB will be able to more accurately assess network performance and better test new technologies. This includes monitoring the performance of new applications, assessing the acceptance of new technologies based on fan usage and tracking mobile data usage during games.
Extreme Networks is also the official Wi-Fi solution provider for Major League Baseball (MLB), which includes the two North American professional baseball leagues. Extreme powers MLB baseball stadiums with Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi analytics, providing Wi-Fi connectivity in the bullpens (warm-up rooms), dugouts (guy bench areas) and press booths at all 30 MLB stadiums.
Mark Ayotte, CIO, Worcester Red Sox
“As players progress from the lower leagues to the higher leagues, so does the use and acceptance of fan and in-game technology. The partnership with Extreme enables us to intensify the use of technology and to test innovative solutions. This allows us to expand usage across our teams based on real-world results. Extreme’s SD-WAN solution will bring us closer together with our regional teams, allowing us to share data just as securely as if we were all playing in the same stadium.”
Neil Boland, Chief Information Security Officer, Major League Baseball
“Although our teams are organizationally linked, they are geographically spread across the United States. With Extreme’s SD-WAN solution, teams will be able to work as if they are all on the same campus. The fact that they share information and know-how will benefit their game. In the stadiums, Extreme will form the basis for the introduction of more fan and in-game technologies. The secure, fast and reliable connectivity contributes to this, as does the analytics, which give us better insights into performance, acceptance and impact. Thanks to Extreme, we can act smarter and faster to keep improving our game and experiences on and off the field.”
Nabil Bukhari, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Product Officer, Extreme Networks
“As the innovation partner of MiLB, we have the extraordinary opportunity to contribute to a better gaming experience and to ensure that future generations of fans are enthusiastic about a sport that has been inspiring people for 150 years. SD-WAN and Wi-Fi analytics provide the foundation for MiLB to confidently adopt new technologies and have the data to measure success. We are excited to partner with MiLB from the network to the edge. Our experience in providing solutions for venues of all sizes will enable MiLB to maximize the value of their stadium networks.”
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