Stefan

Remember, while 5G is accelerating that convergence of telecom and IT
systems, fundamental differences remain. Enclosures, cooling, and AC/
DC synchronicity and safety present both challenges and opportunities to
improve energy efficiency and reduce consumption. Solutions with IT roots
– advanced console servers and environmental monitoring software, for
example – are becoming more common considerations for forward-thinking
operators.
As sites become more IT-dependent and intelligent, they become less
dependent on human interfaces. On-site technology lets operators know
when issues arise so they can be addressed. This typically requires fewer
site visits, which can significantly reduce the carbon footprint as less fossil
fuels are expended on travel. All of this has a measurable impact on energy
efficiency, which makes a strong business case for continued investment in
smarter technologies and remote monitoring applications.

Telcos are now a key part of the media ecosystem and in a prime position to
explore new opportunities, especially given that 5G is able to deliver higher
network performance than legacy technologies. Media companies need to
be able to take advantage of deployment of 5G networks and new devices.
For many mobile-only telcos, the aggregator model, i.e., bundling access
services, has become a viable option to enter the entertainment space at
low risk, requiring a mainly OPEX-driven investment in Platform-as-a-Service
(PaaS) or Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms and content. For fixed-line
telco operators, with legacy TV and video services under other regulatory
regimes, managing an aggregator business is more complex.

5G – Potential for new personalized
customer experience
and revenue streams