5G capabilities can support business innovation and improve customer experience. There are a few things to keep in mind.
Autonomous mobility solutions
Until now, fully autonomous cars were not thought to be possible due to the time it takes for vehicles to send and receive information. But 5G’s low latency means self-driving cars, where roads are connected to transmitters and sensors that send and receive information to and from vehicles in 1/1,000th of a second, could become more commonplace. This time reduction is critical because AI and radar technology interpret what is visible (other cars, pedestrians, stop signs) and control the car accordingly.
smart factory
5G mobile networks present an opportunity for manufacturers to build hyperconnected smart factories. 5G supports the Internet of Things. This means factories can wirelessly connect thousands of smart devices, such as cameras and sensors, and automatically collect data in real time. Factories can analyze and process this data to make their operations more efficient and cost-effective. For example, smart sensor technology can accurately predict equipment lifecycles, inform planning decisions, and predict when machinery requires maintenance.
virtual reality
Virtual reality and augmented reality technology (VR/AR) allows you to add digital overlays to your live view on mobile phones, headsets, smart glasses, and other connected devices. VR/AR has a variety of use cases, including guided maintenance, repair, industrial facility operations, workplace training, sales and marketing, and real-time collaboration. The low latency and high bandwidth of 5G mobile technology will make VR/AR accessible to more enterprises and use cases.
edge computing
Edge computing is the process of providing data storage and analytics closer to the endpoint. You can build high-performance applications that can process and store data close to where it is generated, delivering ultra-low latency, intelligence, and real-time responsiveness. The ever-improving quality of edge computing use cases and data requirements requires high-speed networks to meet the need for near real-time responsiveness. As such, 5G network infrastructure supports and enables the increased complexity and specialization of edge computing.
