Network capex has started a long decline, opening up new options for operators

Operator capex fell back sharply in 2023 and it is set to fall much further this decade. This article provides a regional overview of the scale of...

Early innovation and a multi-technology approach will maximise operators’ revenue from cellular positioning

The journey from 5G standalone (SA) to 6G has the potential to significantly improve the value of cellular positioning data. However, to maximise...

Open RAN, 5G SA and intelligent mMIMO will be the main sources of long-term stability in the RAN market

The amount of revenue generated in the RAN market has fallen significantly since the start of 2023, thereby shaking industry confidence. However, the...

Satellite is an increasingly cost-effective means for MNOs to reach remote mobile customers

MNOs are realising the business case for satellite backhaul, supported by falling capacity prices, increased take-up of small cells and the...

Analysys Mason’s predictions for activity in the satellite manufacturing and launch markets in 2024

2024 will be a pivotal year for the satellite industry. Several satellite manufacturing and launch technologies and processes are expected to come to...

Operators need intelligent RAN automation solutions to amplify cost savings and energy efficiency

This article explores the challenges in RAN energy management and opportunities for mobile network operators (MNOs) to advance their automated Open...

Operators’ strategies for IoT are guided by three main motives

The IoT market is only just beginning to emerge, and the telecoms industry (like many other sectors) is just beginning to understand how to address...

The case for 5G: mobile operators must move beyond smartphones and encourage connected device take-up

If operators are to bring to life their vision for a 5G future that involves multiple connected devices, they must make significant changes to the...