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Capital challenges in the telecommunications industry (Reader Forum)

How providers manage costs while improving customer experiences As telecommunications providers continue to expand their network upgrade initiatives such as 5G, fiber tech, and new network infrastructure, this sector continues to be more capital-intensive – but reports show that it has been hard to pass...

More traffic, less carbon—what we’ll see in 2024 (Reader Forum)

Any prediction of what to expect in the new year will mention artificial intelligence (AI), and rightly so. It’s the most transformative technology since the dawn of the internet itself, and generative AI made what was once a utopian ideal suddenly accessible to anyone...

From the high seas to outer space – four IoT tracking trends in 2024 (Reader Forum)

Based on his insights gained over the past decade, Kristoff Van Rattinghe, chief executive at Belgium-founded IoT tracking firm Sensolus, discusses how IoT technology is developing and the trends companies can expect in 2024. Containers, pallets, special loading racks, trailers, boxes and mobile machinery –...

The ESG implications of AI technology (Reader Forum)

Throughout 2023, we’ve witnessed an explosion of interest in AI technology catalyzed by the advent of ChatGPT. With both promise and peril, this new wave of artificial intelligence sparked a dichotomous public discourse – some hailing AI as the key to a transformative future,...

2024 network predictions: It’s all about the economics (Reader Forum)

The world is in a perpetual upgrade cycle driven by advances in all areas of technology. Customers must understand their needs if they are to optimize the cost and performance of their networks when choosing when and what to purchase. The wireless industry faces...

The art of the IoT possible — how eSIM and iSIM will drive the revolution (Reader Forum)

The IoT industry has made great strides in recent years, driven largely by the expansion of applications and development of supporting technologies, but factors such as cost and practicality have typically held back mass production.  Take cellular IoT as an example, where the limitations of...

Seven telecom predictions for 2024 (Reader Forum)

As we embark on the journey into 2024, the telecom landscape stands at the threshold of a profound transformation: In the realm of technology convergence, envision cloud computing, container/microservices architecture edge computing and CI/CD practices blending seamlessly for the 5G crescendo, akin to technological Avengers...

What awaits the telecoms industry in 2024? (Reader Forum)

The telecommunications sector is at the forefront of transformative change, driven by technological innovations and evolving consumer demands. As we approach 2024, several prominent trends are poised to reshape the industry, encompassing a wide array of advancements. We delve into some of these key...

Simplifying IoT cellular data (Reader Forum)

The emergence of centralized and customizable IoT data management enables scalability The sheer volume of data being created today can best be summed up by a Google executive who said, “There were 5 exabytes of information created between the dawn of civilization and 2003. Now that much information is created every two days.”  Moving that much...

The telecommunications boom: Factors driving industry growth (Reader Forum)

Rapid growth in technology has led to a boom in the telecommunications industry. New advancements pave the way as professionals connect with consumers and keep their businesses running. Whether a small business reaches out via email or pings an app, it all runs smoothly...

Replacing VPNs — Why it’s time to trust zero-trust to secure IoT and beyond (Reader Forum)

Lateral movement — it’s one of bad actors' favorite methods for finding high value targets they can exploit, once they are in your network. Tracking your servers, reading your mail, eating your snacks — pretty much causing havoc that could have very significant consequences.  I...

2024 and beyond: What is on the horizon of the 5G Core landscape (Reader Forum)

5G Standalone (5G SA) Core creates impact by enabling new services and new efficiencies that deliver 5G’s exciting capabilities and performance levels. In 2023, I worked with communications service providers (CSPs) and hyperscalers committing to 5G Standalone Core solutions, helped the launch of enterprise...

Smart grids are vital to green energy drive (Reader Forum)

The global energy landscape is on the cusp of transformational changes. To ease the migration to clean power, switching to renewables with as little friction as possible is key. The switch is bringing about a revolution in electricity generation and expanding its role across...

Road to 5G: Navigating the complexities of 5G hyperscaling (Reader Forum)

The advent of 5G technology has opened up a plethora of opportunities for innovation, from IoT applications to ultra-reliable low-latency communication. However, the journey towards realizing the full potential of 5G is fraught with complexities, especially when it comes to hyperscaling network services. This...

The emerging role and potential of hyperscale cloud in telco networks (Reader Forum)

The 5G network transition is now underway to what many true believers would consider “real 5G:” the implementation of Standalone 5G with the cloud-native mobile packet core. While the initial rollout of 5G was focused on introducing 5G spectrum to boost capacity, 5G Standalone...

Is 5G a success? Ask enterprises, not consumers (Reader Forum)

The Wall Street Journal recently published an article titled “After More Than Four Years, Has 5G Lived Up to Expectations?” The article explores whether or not 5G has lived up to the hype, and potential reasons for the technology’s overall performance in the market....

Eight best practices for managing metadata in IoT deployments (Reader Forum)

Internet of Things (IoT) devices collect mountains of data. A smart thermostat gathers temperature and energy expenditure analytics, while manufacturers use sensors to monitor production line productivity. Metadata IoT promises insights and process improvements for enthusiasts of any skill level and investment. Managers use it...

Smart meters – the foundation for global energy transition (Reader Forum)

For more on smart metering, and to hear more from Neil Bosworth, check out the RCR Wireless webinar on smart metering (October 19; available on-demand). The urgency to address environmental concerns plays a crucial role in the development and adoption of smart meters. Approximately...

How iSIMs will make it easier to bring your IoT vision to life (Reader Forum)

When deploying IoT equipment in remote locations, chances are you’ll be using cellular communication to collect data from and send instructions to each device. This means you’ll need a subscriber identity module — more commonly known as a SIM, or, as they were known...

Five steps to a paperless factory (Reader Forum)

For production companies to thrive in today’s competitive market, going digital is not merely an option but a necessity. Workflows where paper still dominates are often the bottlenecks that frustrate employees. Implementation of a manufacturing execution system (MES) can help to effectively manage transformation...

Achieving sustainability with neutral hosting: A problem shared is a problem halved (Reader Forum)

Like many other sectors, the telecoms industry is becoming more focused on its impact on our planet. Telecom decision-makers are faced with certain realities. One being that the industry accounts for twice the CO2 emissions — approx. 1.4% according to the CTIA — as...

To sell 5G SLAs, CSPs need complete network visibility and telco-grade accuracy (Reader Forum)

With the ongoing roll-out of 5G standalone networks, wireless carriers find themselves tasked with meeting heightened service quality and performance expectations. In an era where service degradation or network failure is simply not an option, especially for mission-critical applications like autonomous vehicles, telemedicine and...

Satellites: The next frontier of connectivity in agriculture (Reader Forum)

Ten percent of Americans still lack broadband access, and 39% of those without access reside in rural areas. But connectivity is a necessity for all areas of modern life. And even though the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is working tirelessly to increase access through...

Postcards from the edge | Ultra ‘six-nines’ reliability – and why it’s madness (Reader Forum)

Four nines, five nines, six nines – everyone wants more nines. Every enterprise wants ultra reliability, with guaranteed uptime of 99.99 percent (or 99.999 percent, or 99.9999 percent). But here’s the thing; a flippant rule of thumb says every extra nine in pursuit of...