Mobile operators should look to sports fans as a way to educate them on potential security threats and the opportunity to sell new services. Mobile has changed the way people experience sporting events as fans shift to the digital arena …
Pokémon Go was a phenomenon with repercussions still being felt throughout the mobile telecom space in terms of security, information management and AR. I have a confession. Temptation got the better of me. It happened on July 6. Yes, I …
Big data is a gold mine for telecom operators if they can put the pieces in place to take advantage of the opportunity. Without a doubt the rise of big data within the telecommunications industry has allowed companies to redefine …
DAS and small cells are garnering more attention, but macro sites are still the main deployment method for carriers. Macro sites are still a vital piece of the growing wireless network ecosystem in a time when some attention has shifted …
With Wi-Fi now becoming an expected service by consumers, telecom operators have a new avenue in driving increased revenue sources. The following is a familiar scenario to many: You are home after a busy day at work, ready to settle …
Could solutions to smart city challenges like power and internet connectivity be as close as the nearest cable service provider? The connected city is here, and interconnectedness is only increasing. Metro areas from San Jose to Philadelphia are already working …
This is the first article in a three-part series that looks at how carriers will navigate the complexities of their own digital transformation – and those of their customers. “Digital transformation” is the latest buzzword in the telco lexicon. But …
Mobile telecom operators are in a prime position to take advantage connecting the digital experience for consumers Digitalization of services has driven convergence across industries leading to a very fast rise of the connected, demanding and influential consumer leading to …
Mobile device traffic continues to surge and stress network resources, but opportunities abound for those willing to embrace the challenge No phenomenon in history can compare to the growth rate of mobile device ownership and consumption of internet bandwidth. It’s …
Partnerships and analytics are called out as key for companies looking to gain a competitive foothold in the IoT space This is the final article in a three-part series examining the opportunity, challenges and course of action for service providers …
The move towards virtualized and cloud-based network systems can appear significant for telecom operators, but here’s a good place to start the journey Analysts predict that more than half of all enterprise applications will be in the cloud by 2020. …
Advances in the IoT is set to bolster smart homes and offices with greater efficiency, security and potential cost savings We are currently at a point in time when technology is outpacing our imaginations and changing how we interact with …
Business, technology and operational challenges could trip up service providers as they look to take advantage of IoT opportunities This is the second article in a three-part series examining the opportunity, challenges and course of action for service providers as …
There are ample IoT opportunities for communication service providers if they have the right plan in place to capitalize on the opportunity This is the first article in a three-part series examining the opportunity, challenges and course of action for service …
Fraud remains a significant risk for communication service providers, but the right tools can help prevent issues and speed up the onboarding of new customers Today’s business environment is fraught with identity theft, data breaches and overall fraud exposure. Communications service …
The internet of things is set for explosive growth, but are you prepared? Here are 4 tips from Fortegra that might help in preparing for IoT. As smart homes and wearable technology grow in popularity, and more items become “connected,” …
Advanced SDN and NFV platforms are central to mobile operator migration plans, offering lower costs and better performance The increasing commoditization of network bandwidth along with competitive pressure from over-the-top providers is causing leading communication service providers to question and …
France-based telecom operator Orange is pushing into the mobile banking space, highlighting new opportunities for operators The new voice in the telecom industry may not be a voice at all. It may just be “bank.” Orange Telecom, which has around …
LitePoint Design Test Solutions looks at radio frequency design tradeoffs in IoT wireless designs As “internet of things” devices become essential in our lives and in industry, so too will their quality and reliability. From door locks to industrial sensors …
Evolving network opportunities available through advances in software require an adjustment in how we view the network It’s interesting how casually we accept exponential-growth concepts like mobile, social and ultimately the “internet of things.” The impending differentials in size of …
As the telecommunications space evolves to serve new segments like IoT and use new technologies like NFV and SDN, security remains a critical challenge This is a time of great opportunity for communications service providers. Demand for all sorts of …
In today’s multitrillion-dollar IoT market, establishing a test-oriented environment for RF is a critical investment in the success of a product Without a doubt, the “internet of things” is going to be huge. A 2015 McKinsey Global Institute report states …
Confused by the various categories of cellular IoT connection options? Altair looks to provide some clarity Recent developments in standards and changes in terminology have made cellular “internet of things” confusing for many, even industry professionals. The confusion about the …
Antenna design and measurement are at the heart of the race to 5G In a world where mobile devices have outnumbered people, it is easy to forget we lived without smartphones 15 years ago. From 1G to 4G, each new …
Gemalto sees three key enablers of trust in order for the IoT economy to prosper Big data, cloud computing, network virtualization, machine learning, telemetry and so on; all large fields with immense potential and boasting wide application in the “internet …
