Is Hardware Ready for the Metaverse? What Challenges We Need to Overcome?
When “Ready Player One” came out, many teenager dreams of enjoying gaming in virtual worlds seemed closer to reality, at least at the big screen. Nowadays we are implementing technologies like Data Centers, Edge Computing, Virtual Twins, Internet of Things, Blockchain, and Cybersecurity. These technologies are the foundation for the Metaverse (If you want...
From Check-In to Takeoff: How Automation Drives Efficiency in Today’s Airports
When we think about automation, many of us picture efficiency and precision—systems designed to handle repetitive tasks, streamline processes, and reduce the need for constant human intervention. And while these elements are well-known in manufacturing, they are equally critical in industries like air travel, where the main "product" is a service: transporting passengers from...
3 Key Trends Shaping Diagnostic Imaging in 2025
As healthcare evolves, diagnostic imaging stands at the intersection of innovation and necessity, delivering life-changing insights for patients and clinicians alike. In 2025, advancements in technology and shifting industry priorities are set to redefine the landscape. At Contec, we’re proud to power these transformations with cutting-edge products like medical displays, embedded motherboards, and servers....
The Crucial Role of Displays in AI Deployments
We are experiencing a revolution driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI). Our attention is often directed towards high profile aspects such as GPU power, the choice of AI acceleration cards, and the selection of frameworks for our AI development. These decisions are critical as they form the foundation of any project. However, it is equally...
Data Acquisition: the Cornerstone for Building Artificial Intelligence.
During a strategic inflection, there comes a point when you must decide whether to embrace or reject new technology. This decision may seem easy at first but can be much more complex in reality. Revolutions don't always happen overnight; they can unfold over years, with most of the progress being hidden until a breakthrough...
Hardware and Cybersecurity: The First Step to Peace of Mind
In today's world, cybersecurity actions in critical spaces have become increasingly commonplace, with dedicated teams directly protecting the assets, reputations, and ultimately profits of their respective companies. However, it is surprisingly common to overlook cybersecurity in industrial environments. Often, design departments focused on product development, or integrators focused on applications, unintentionally overlook all the...
What is Best for Your Business: General-Purpose Computer or Embedded System?
When businesses face the challenge of acquiring computers for specialized equipment, they can be tempted to procure general-purpose computers. More often than we'd like to admit, this decision is influenced by the familiarity of the developer team with a particular system. After all, general-purpose computers are typically readily available and cost-effective in a test...
Challenges You Will Face When Selecting Computers for Edge Applications
We rarely dedicate a blog post to one of our products. But the BX-220 is going to be an exception. As we discussed in the blog post: “How to Choose Industrial Computers for the Edge”, adding computer capabilities in the Edge can be tricky due to the data volume and physical constraints. Since we...
How to Choose Industrial Computers for the Edge?
If you work on The Edge, you probably have felt overwhelmed by all the computer options offered in the market and by intended use statements from non-technical users in your organization. As a result, you probably have struggled to decide and to prove to C-Level executives and managers the importance of choosing the appropriate...
Embedded System Architecture is the Foundation for Design and Planning
You don’t need to be an expert to source the correct hardware for your embedded system. You just need to work on the embedded system architecture. Nowadays equipment is designed by an interdisciplinary team which needs to communicate regardless of their background. Some team members might have technical experience, but some might not.