Ruijie Networks Enterprise participated in the Jornadas REDIMadrid Conference 2025, a major annual gathering that unites Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and technical leaders from Spain's principal universities and research centers on October 21. The conference, organized by REDIMadrid, served as a critical platform to strategize the digital transformation of the region’s academic sector.

The event focused on the strategic investments and technological advancements needed to ensure that Spanish higher education institutions can support world-class research and evolving teaching methodologies. Discussions centered on network infrastructure evolution, cybersecurity threats, and intelligent campus management.

Advancing the Vision for the Smart Campus

A highlight of the conference was the presentation by Rolando González of Ruijie Networks, titled "The Future of the Smart Campus" (El futuro del campus inteligente). The session positioned state-of-the-art networking, including the Simplified Optical Ethernet (SOE) architecture, as the essential foundation for building next-generation university environments.

Ruijie's discussion emphasized innovative network models designed to:

  • Meet the surging demand for high-capacity, stable connectivity required for cutting-edge research and immersive learning.
  • Simplify network operations and maintenance across large, complex university footprints.

The session sparked immediate, high-level engagement from the audience, affirming that Ruijie’s vision directly addresses the pressing infrastructure needs of Spain's top academic institutions. The company established plans for follow-up discussions with multiple CIOs, underscoring its commitment to collaborating with Spain’s higher education sector to build efficient and sustainable digital futures.