The Value Add Business - Rokland with Jason Opdyke

The Business of LoRaWAN

Jason Opdyke, CEO of Rokland Technologies, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of LoRaWAN and the impact of emerging technologies like Meshtastic. Opdyke highlights how Meshtastic, an off-grid, decentralized, point-to-point mesh network technology, is revolutionizing communication by integrating seamlessly with LoRaWAN networks.

Key discussion points include:

• How Meshtastic enables secure and reliable communication without traditional cellular or Wi-Fi networks, attracting interest from both hobbyists and commercial businesses.
• The increasing role of Meshtastic Solutions, a dedicated team helping businesses implement effective and integrated communication solutions.
• Real-world business applications, such as an emergency response unit integrating Meshtastic with existing LoRaWAN infrastructure to enhance operational readiness and safety.

Opdyke also explores broader LoRaWAN business opportunities:

• The significant impact of WisBlock technology from RAK Wireless, standardizing and simplifying integration across various operating systems for use cases in agriculture and environmental monitoring.
• Innovative elder care applications, including comprehensive monitoring of patient falls, body temperature, and movement patterns, showcasing how LoRaWAN technology provides actionable data for resource optimization.
• Practical insights into how businesses leverage LoRaWAN data analytics to improve resource allocation and enhance operational efficiency, demonstrating tangible benefits across multiple industries.

Opdyke’s perspective emphasizes practical business solutions and actionable insights, clearly illustrating the real-world value and transformative potential of LoRaWAN and Meshtastic technologies.

Connect with Jason Opdyke:

• LinkedIn - Jason Opdyke
• Rokland website