Signal Strength and Data Rate: In wireless links, weaker signal strength often directly correlates to reduced transmission speeds. Modern wireless technologies use adaptive modulation and coding, sacrificing speed for reliability when signals become weaker.
Noise and Interference: While these can impact performance, they don't inherently decrease simply because signal strength drops.
Latency: Latency can be affected by poor signal, but its primary drivers are distance and network congestion.
References:
Wireless Signal Strength vs. Speed: Articles explaining the relationship and how adaptive modulation works.
Modulation and Coding Schemes (MCS): Technical descriptions of how Wi-Fi and other wireless technologies adjust speeds based on signal quality.

Customization and Integrations: The presence of APIs often suggests a system is integrated with other platforms or has custom-built elements.
Understanding Dependencies: Documenting used APIs helps clarify how different parts of the system interact and where potential issues might arise.
Troubleshooting Efficiency: Detailed API documentation aids in resolving problems, allowing staff to assess interconnected systems effectively.
Knowledge transfer: Future support teams won't have to reverse-engineer the system; documentation ensures smooth handover and understanding.
References:
Best practices API documentation: Guides on API documentation formats and the level of detail needed for maintenance. [Example: Swagger, OpenAPI Specification] (https://swagger.io/) Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC): Materials emphasizing the importance of documentation during development and support phases.

Automation for Consistency: Scripts eliminate the potential for human error during repetitive configuration tasks on multiple devices. This ensures uniformity across the wireless solution.
Speed and Efficiency: Scripts can be much faster than manual configuration, particularly in large deployments.
Other Benefits: While scripts might aid signal strength (e.g., optimizing settings) or enhance solution capabilities, their core value in configuration is reducing errors.
References:
Network Automation: Benefits of using scripts for configuration management.
Configuration Management Best Practices: Emphasize the importance of consistency and repeatability.

IIoT Environments: Industrial IoT (IIoT) often involves deployment in harsh environments (factories, plants, outdoor sites) with:
Extreme temperatures
Dust & Vibrations
Exposure to chemicals or moisture
Ruggedization: IIoT devices are designed to withstand these conditions, ensuring reliability and longevity.
References
IIoT: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Industrial_Internet_of_things
Rugged Devices: Articles on ruggedized electronics will emphasize their importance in industrial settings.

Mesh Connectivity Depends on Signal: Mesh nodes relay data for each other. Weak signal strength between nodes can disrupt connectivity throughout the network.
Troubleshooting Signal Issues: Physically relocating affected nodes can improve their ability to form stable connections with other nodes in the mesh.
Why Other Options May Not Help:
Separate Mesh: Splits the network, not solving the root connectivity issue Output Power: May help marginally, but significant improvement is typically achieved through repositioning.
Security Settings: Unlikely to cause connectivity issues between properly configured nodes in the same mesh.
References:
Wireless Mesh Network Troubleshooting: Guides addressing signal strength and coverage concerns.
RF Site Survey Tools: Resources on software that can help visualize signal strength and aid in node placement.