DPS Telecom Blog

Copper Theft is Still a Major Threat in 2026

Copper theft is surging in 2026, costing telecom and utility providers millions. Learn why it's worse than ever - and how advanced monitoring solutions can protect your sites, copper, and uptime.

How to Decide What to Monitor at Remote Sites Using Site-Years and a 5-Year Cost Rule

Learn how to make smarter remote site monitoring decisions using a practical framework based on site-years and a 5-year cost rule. Avoid alarm fatigue, prioritize high-impact failures, and improve uptime.

NetGuardian 216 G6 - A Modern RTU for Remote Site Monitoring With More Inputs, Built-In CSV Logging, and Lower Total Cost

Discover how the NetGuardian 216 G6 outperforms legacy RTUs - offering advanced logging, built-in CSV export, and real-time alerts.

Real-Time Battery Cell Monitoring: A Complete Guide to Per-Battery Visibility

Learn how to achieve real-time, per-battery visibility with DPS Telecom's NetGuardian RTUs and BVM sensors. Discover how to prevent outages, reduce truck rolls, and ensure backup power readiness.

Prevent Humidity Threats That Could Wreck Your Remote Site

Protect your remote telecom sites from costly humidity damage. Learn how advanced monitoring with analog sensors, RTUs, and smart deployment strategies can protect your network and prevent unexpected outages.

Custom Telecom Monitoring Solves the RTU & Power Control Puzzle

Discover how a major utility overcame failing RTUs and unreliable PDUs by partnering with DPS to build a custom, secure, and scalable monitoring solution on the G6 platform.

How to Use NetGuardian RTUs to Receive SNMP Traps

Discover how NetGuardian RTUs enhance remote site visibility by receiving and mediating SNMP traps. Improve alarm management, streamline monitoring, and ensure no critical alerts are missed.

5 Benefits You Get from Protecting Your Rail PTC Network

Discover how to enhance the reliability, safety, and compliance of your Positive Train Control (PTC) network. Learn how DPS Telecom's NetGuardian RTUs and T/Mon LNX help rail operators prevent downtime, reduce costs, and maintain federal co

Managing Network Security: Why Software Alone Isn't Enough Anymore

Learn how integrating physical monitoring, automated controls, and centralized access management can protect your network from real-world threats and downtime.

Cut Communication Costs & Boost Uptime with VoIP Order Wire

Slash recurring voice costs, boost remote-site uptime, and prevent extra truck rolls with VoIP Order Wire - modern "Hoot 'n' Holler" plus optional alarm monitoring in one box.