The global network landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of private 5G networks, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered solutions, and the integration of edge computing. Enterprises are seeking reliable, scalable wireless connectivity to meet the evolving needs of data-driven operations, while also ensuring security, performance, and flexibility. Further, the democratization of spectrum and the growing importance of hybrid networks, combined with innovative technologies such as network slicing, are creating new growth opportunities. As enterprises prioritize digital transformation, private networks are emerging as essential enablers for achieving sustainable growth, and improved operational efficiency.
Frost & Sullivan’s Enterprise Wireless Services webinar series delved into the fascinating realm of “Growth Opportunities in Global Private 5G Wireless Networks; Transformation Fueled by New Customers and Industries.” Here, the following growth experts collaborated to share their views on transformation drivers, challenges, disruptive technologies, and emerging opportunities in the Enterprise Wireless Services ecosystem: Vikrant Gandhi – Growth Expert, Vice President and Global Sector Leader, ICT at Frost & Sullivan, and Troy Morley – Growth Expert, Industry Principal, ICT, 5G Network Infrastructure & Services at Frost & Sullivan.
Gain valuable perspectives from these experts by clicking here to access the recorded session of this webinar.
What were the transformative viewpoints discussed during the think tank?
- Scaling private networks for millions of enterprises: The potential scale of private 5G (fifth generation) networks far exceeds the relatively small number of communication service providers (CSPs) globally, with millions of enterprises now positioned as potential customers. This new landscape opens up opportunities for providers to sell network solutions that were previously limited to public networks.
- Private networks as a growth opportunity for infrastructure providers: The cyclical nature of the public network infrastructure industry, where large periods of growth are followed by slowdowns, creates uncertainty for infrastructure providers. The emergence of private 5G networks presents a new opportunity, allowing providers to tap into millions of enterprises rather than relying solely on CSPs. While private networks may not yet fully offset declines in public network spending, they offer a valuable avenue for long-term growth.
How will your team shift its focus toward private network solutions to balance the cyclical nature of public infrastructure spending?
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- Wireless connectivity for AI-driven enterprises: As every modern enterprise becomes increasingly artificial intelligence (AI)-driven, the need for ubiquitous connectivity, assured performance, and scalable network solutions is paramount. AI-driven operations require flexibility and real-time data processing, which can be supported effectively by wireless networks. Wireless solutions are expected to provide the scalability and reliability that enterprises need to optimize their AI-driven business models.
- AI and reduced capability devices in private networks: The integration of AI-driven decision-making with reduced capability devices (and potentially zero-energy devices) is expected to play a significant role in network deployments, particularly in IoT (Internet of Things)-driven environments. These devices offer an economically viable solution for transmitting small amounts of data, particularly useful for industries where operational efficiency and cost management are crucial.
How will your business leverage hybrid networks and network slicing to optimize performance and deliver specific business outcomes?
- Ensuring adequate coverage for private networks: Coverage remains the foundational element for the successful deployment of private networks. Enterprises often prioritize coverage before addressing more complex use cases and requirements. Combining neutral networks with citizens broadband radio service (CBRS) spectrum is an effective strategy for ensuring adequate coverage.
- Combining hybrid network strategies with network slicing: Hybrid networking strategies, combining licensed and unlicensed spectrum, are being adopted by tier-one CSPs to meet enterprise needs. Network slicing allows enterprises to customize service characteristics, delivering differentiated services across different applications.
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“Every organization is becoming AI-driven, and to ensure adequate performance, you need ubiquitous connectivity, assured performance, flexibility, scalability on demand—things that wireless, if done right, can provide.”
– Vikrant Gandhi-Growth Expert, Vice President and Global Sector Leader, ICT at Frost & Sullivan
“The private networks will help at least balance it a little bit, so that there’s another option, and eventually private networks could be, you know, decades away, but could be as big as the CSP industry.”
– Troy Morley-Growth Expert, Industry Principal, ICT, 5G Network Infrastructure & Services at Frost & Sullivan
