Nowadays, private 5G is not only for telecommunication networks, it is an integrated solution including networks, cloud computing, edge computing, and application platforms. For vertical industries, deploying both a private 5G network and a multi-access edge computing (MEC) solution is a suitable option to accelerate the process of digital transformation. Private 5G network provides security, speed, scalability, and stability required to process data efficiently. Edge computing further supports latency-sensitive industrial applications enabling time-sensitive data to be processed quickly at the edge.

The fourth industrial revolution frequently referred to as Industry 4.0 is changing the way businesses operate by using modern industrial applications. These applications not only improve connectivity and performance, but they can also collect and process data in real-time to assist organizations to run more efficiently and productively. From an enterprise level, a solution is needed to handle these workloads at high speeds.

Nowadays, private 5G is not only for telecommunication networks, it is an integrated solution including networks, cloud computing, edge computing, and application platforms. For vertical industries, deploying both a private 5G network and a multi-access edge computing (MEC) solution is a suitable option to accelerate the process of digital transformation. Private 5G network provides security, speed, scalability, and stability required to process data efficiently. Edge computing further supports latency-sensitive industrial applications enabling time-sensitive data to be processed quickly at the edge.

Why Do We Need Private 5G and MEC Networks?

New enterprise-based private 5G networks are needed for diverse application scenarios, such as AI, robotics, massive-scale IoT, and augmented reality, and create new revenue opportunities for operators. The combination of 5G, MEC, and the cloud makes it possible to create private wireless networks that are highly secure, speedy, and can fully optimize applications for analytics running at the edge, cloud, and hybrid locations.

What are the Benefits of Private 5G Networks?

Private 5G networks enable enterprises to dedicate bandwidth for ultra-reliable low-latency use cases with complete control over data, security, features, and connectivity. A private 5G network provides the advantages of enhanced performance, stable connection, unified management, high security, and wide coverage.

What Industries Can Private 5G Solution Be Used In?

Private 5G solutions can be used in smart factories, smart cities, smart agriculture, healthcare, AR/VR, and transportation, as it provides reliable and high-performance network connections to support high-security data transmissions and ensure high-quality applications. Private 5G networks can provide smart device connections, use telemetry data to support critical decisions in real time, and improve operational efficiencies.

In transportation, real-time communications can improve safety and traffic flow for vehicles. Healthcare providers can monitor patients remotely, use AI to make accurate diagnoses, and help hospitals run more smoothly. Smart factories can monitor and remotely control applications, environment management, access control, and smart analytics.  For manufacturing operations, a Private 5G solution can enhance performance optimization and monitoring, end-to-end operational visibility, and asset management.

Deploying Private 5G Networks and MEC

Industry 4.0 operations have begun proving their return on investment, based on improved quality, lower costs of operation, and safety assurance of the workforce. Moreover, globally, regulators are beginning to open more broadband spectrum licenses to industries. Some network operators may view private 5G networks as a natural extension of their public mobile networks, but enterprises want a dedicated network with localized connectivity and more control and customization. The management and deployment of private wireless networks with the desired MEC applications is a solution for both the operator and the enterprise, enabling industrial automation, edge analytics, and a powerful technology ecosystem.

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