Industrial districts: a comeback driven by 5G Standalone networks
Reducing innovation costs; boosting productivity, safety, and resilience; and building shared digital ecosystems — this is the challenge that private 5G Standalone networks present to industrial districts. This Insight article explores private mobile networks in Italy, including Ericsson’s experiences with Wind Tre, Infratel, Vodafone, and Cimpor.
GSA Viewpoint: 5G RedCap – Accelerating the Next Phase of Cellular IoT Growth
Not every connected device requires the full capabilities of flagship 5G NR. Smart wearables, industrial sensors, or security cameras delivering intermittent video streams need dependable connectivity without excessive complexity, power consumption, or cost. This is precisely where 5G RedCap excels and will play a transformative role in scaling the cellular IoT market.
Designing the Next Generation of Fixed Wireless Access Antennas for 4G and 5G Connectivity
As 4G and 5G networks extend deeper into urban, suburban and rural regions, advanced FWA antennas are redefining how broadband is delivered. By combining multi-band operation, efficient form factors, and sustainable manufacturing, new FWA antenna systems are playing a key role in closing the global digital divide.
mmWave: the broadband business opportunity hiding in plain sight
As network demand intensifies, mmWave offers operators a way to deliver premium experience and profitable broadband. The ecosystem is ready. The modelling tools are mature. And the business opportunity is real. For operators looking to lead the next phase of 5G, now is the time to make mmWave a key part of the FWA strategy.
5G RedCap: Unlocking Scalable IoT and FWA Innovation with Reduced Capability 5G
RedCap is emerging as a viable alternative for FWA in markets transitioning away from LTE. With 5G SA networks expanding and spectrum refarming on the agenda, RedCap-capable FWA CPEs present a compelling opportunity to deliver broadband to underserved regions, while freeing up LTE assets and simplifying operators’ RAN portfolios.
