What is NDAA Section 889 compliance?

NDAA Section 889 is a federal law that prohibits the use of telecommunications and video surveillance equipment from certain Chinese manufacturers, such as Hikvision and Dahua, in federal facilities or by federal contractors.

Why is data cabling certification important?

Cabling certification ensures that your infrastructure meets TIA/EIA standards for performance, minimizing downtime and ensuring the network can support high-speed data transfer like 10Gbps.

Data Cabling Infrastructure Resources

Interactive: Data Cabling Installation Estimator

Planning a 2026 office build-out or network upgrade? Use our real-time calculator to estimate costs for Cat6, Cat6A, or Fiber Optic drops based on current industry labor and material rates.

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Smart Digital Tech: Data Cabling Certification

Learn why digital testing is required for manufacturer warranties and how certified Ethernet drops eliminate hidden packet loss in your network.

Cabling Certification Guide

Smart Digital Tech: NDAA Compliance Guide

Is your hardware legal? Learn about Section 889, banned manufacturers like Hikvision, and our transition services for local businesses.

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NEC 2026: Significant Code Changes

Explore the reorganization of "Limited Energy" systems and new requirements for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) installations.

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BICSI: 2026 Infrastructure Trends

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest BICSI standards on AI data center cooling, liquid-to-chip density, and 1.6T Ethernet migration.

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TIA: Global Data Center Quality Standard

The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is launching a new unified quality standard in 2026 to improve lifecycle management.

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2026 Security Megatrends Report

The Security Industry Association (SIA) breaks down how AI and "Agentic" systems are replacing traditional software models.

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2026 Ethernet Technology Roadmap

Detailed insights into the next era of connectivity, including Wi-Fi 8 backhaul and 1.6Tb/s Ethernet standards.

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