VIAVI SOLUTIONS
Chris Murphy , Regional CTO , EMEA , VIAVI Solutions on 5G deployments to date and whether we can expect plain sailing ahead
Why do we need another generation of technology ? The service providers operating the mobile networks have been battling for years to be more than just a commodity pipe , carrying exciting and valuable services for other , over-the-top entities . The arrival of 5G is revolutionising the way that they can deliver networks because the operator is becoming critical to if and how that service is delivered .
There ’ s a recognition that new services will disrupt the operations of industries and how individuals conduct their lives . And this will be a force for good , whether it ’ s managing operations of a factory more safely and efficiently or giving individuals rich and immersive experiences to connect with friends and family . These cannot happen unless we revolutionise the way connectivity is delivered . 5G is taking significant strides towards making this a reality , and the operators play a key role in the delivery .
If 5G has a close relationship to 4G , is it just a simple upgrade ? We are asking the industry to deliver services that meet demanding measures of quality of service with much lower latency and response times than we have
“New services will disrupt the operations of industries and how individuals conduct their lives ”
CHRIS MURPHY REGIONAL CTO , EMEA , VIAVI SOLUTIONS
162 January 2022