Frost & Sullivan Experts Disclose Operators' 5G Strategies in Europe

"As the number of connected devices is set to rise exponentially over the next decade, there will be an even stronger push to adopt 5G technologies, especially in densely populated urban areas," said at Frost & Sullivan. "With the rise of IoT, 5G technology could be the ideal tool to enable driverless cars, smart cities, and ( )."

Frost & Sullivan's recent analysis, , provides detailed descriptions of the different technologies that are used for the implementation of 5G technology. Use cases are presented for the application of 5G within three verticals—industry/manufacturing (IIoT), street lighting in smart cities, and public and private transportation. The study also covers pilot schemes in , , , , , , , , , and .

Most European operators have an established base of 3G and 4G services, and as such, they will need incentives to upgrade to 5G technology. , , and software solutions can reduce upfront costs, while partnerships with companies in vertical markets will ensure additional revenue. Some of the early movers in this field include Vodafone, Telefonica, Deutsche Telekom and British Telecom.

Network operators can make the most of the growth opportunities afforded by 5G by:

"Collaborative projects that involve government organisations or educational institutions can help raise the profile of companies looking to enter foreign markets," noted Vanier. "Presenting a greater variety of value-added services for higher customer retention and delivering local content will be crucial for breaking into emerging markets."

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