The Purple Blog
Insights, tips, and news about guest WiFi, analytics, marketing automation, and venue technology.
Network Access Control Benefits: A Practical UK Guide
Explore network access control benefits for UK organisations, from segmentation and posture checks to identity-based access, compliance and measurable ROI.
WiFi Authentication Problem Fix Guide That Works
Diagnose and resolve WiFi authentication errors across captive portals, RADIUS, and 802.1X. Identify root causes and ensure seamless access with Purple.
How to Implement Zero Trust Without Disrupting Operations
Learn how to implement zero trust step by step, from identity and segmentation to WiFi and directory integration, with a practical enterprise checklist.
How to Reduce Latency Across WiFi and Networks
Diagnose and fix high WiFi latency, bufferbloat, jitter, and packet loss. Calculate latency bottlenecks and optimize enterprise venue network performance.
How to Reduce Friction in WiFi Without Losing Security
Cut captive portal drop-offs. Deploy Passpoint, 802.1X, and minimal forms to eliminate WiFi onboarding friction without compromising network security.
Purple rolls out across the Tyne and Wear Metro
Purple has been selected by Nexus to provide WiFi across the Tyne and Wear Metro, reaching millions of passengers a year across the North East.
Secure Internet Portal Explained for Modern Venues
What is a secure internet portal and how does it replace captive portals? Learn authentication, encryption and deployment for venues.
New case study: Newcastle City Council and Purple set the blueprint for connected cities with OpenRoaming
A new WBA case study shows how Newcastle City Council and Purple built one of the UK's most comprehensive city-wide OpenRoaming networks, with 92% of logins now via OpenRoaming or SecurePass.
Downtime Reduction: A Practical Enterprise Playbook
Reduce network downtime: diagnose root causes, design resilient architectures, automate failover, and protect authentication with this enterprise playbook.
Okta WiFi Authentication How to Set Up Secure Access
Deploy secure Okta WiFi authentication. Configure cloud RADIUS, 802.1x EAP-TLS, SAML SSO, and zero-trust dynamic VLAN steering for enterprise networks.
WiFi for Retail: The Practical Guide for Store Teams
Design scalable in-store retail WiFi. Calculate footfall ROI, separate guest and POS networks, comply with PCI DSS 4.0, and integrate visitor CRM analytics.
Staff Productivity: Metrics, Barriers & Strategies
Explore staff productivity metrics, common barriers, and practical strategies to boost team performance. Your guide to effective workplace improvement.
Onboarding Automation for Networks: A Practical Guide
Automate enterprise WiFi and network onboarding for staff, guests, and IoT. Compare 802.1X, Passpoint, dynamic PSK, and MDM zero-trust workflows.
Passpoint WiFi Setup: The Complete Enterprise Guide
Configure Passpoint (Hotspot 2.0) WiFi for Cisco, Aruba, Ruckus, Mist, and UniFi. Step-by-step 802.11u ANQP, RADIUS, and OpenRoaming setup.
How to Measure Engagement with WiFi Data
Learn how to measure engagement using WiFi metrics, KPIs, and cohort analysis. Actionable frameworks for hospitality, retail, and healthcare venues.
Passwordless Authentication Benefits for Modern WiFi
Discover the key passwordless authentication benefits for WiFi and networks, from stronger security and zero-trust posture to faster onboarding and lower IT
Unified access management: UAM and WiFi guide
Understand unified access management (UAM) for enterprise WiFi. Compare zero-trust policies, identity-based NAC, and centralized access controls.
Entra ID WiFi Authentication: A Practical Setup Guide
Set up Microsoft Entra ID WiFi authentication with EAP-TLS, Intune SCEP certificates, and Cloud RADIUS. Secure staff access with zero-trust dynamic VLANs.
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