By 2030, it is estimated that 50 billion IoT devices will be deployed. It is the "5G factor" that has accelerated user adoption and has attracted widespread attention.

However, the market is more prepared than you think. The world's leading service providers have published case studies on the availability of 5G to perform complex network operations for personal and industrial settings. For example, GSMA is providing smart grid 5G network slicing, which is part of the 106 global launches they have completed. Likewise, Ericsson has an impressive portfolio of case studies using 5G for commercial purposes, such as mission-critical communications, smart energy distribution, mining automation, and more.

Even more impressive is the global network of floLIVE, which provides a digital infrastructure that powers the IoT ecosystem through 5G. This global connectivity provider has a cloud-native platform that provides the world's first software-defined connectivity (SDC) solution. The platform uses patented SIM bootloader technology to provide uninterrupted cellular connections for devices anywhere in the world.

That being said, understanding the driving force is equally important and interesting. 5G is more than just a faster Internet. It not only reduces the dependence on expensive and difficult-to-maintain hardware infrastructure, but also satisfies the massive data needs of big data analysis.

How is 5G better?

Although 4G achieves a large amount of streaming media at a convenient speed of 2Gbps, 5G will provide 10 times faster and stronger network bandwidth at a speed close to 20Gbps. It is not wrong to say that 5G can replace wired fiber optic networks. For the Internet of Things, lightning-fast network speed is very important because most devices only operate with real-time updates. Consider a simple home IoT use case. Here, cameras, locking systems, doors, alarms and other equipment are all connected together. The construction of this monitoring system can only be executed if it provides immediate updates. If any delay at this level is unacceptable, then imagine what is expected in an industrial setting.

As the volume of data grows at a record-breaking rate, so too should the infrastructure for data transmission. This is exactly what 5G provides.

Network Slicing: Divide Bandwidth For Exclusive Business Needs

In short, network slicing divides the available network bandwidth into multiple independent virtual networks—each network is tailored to specific business needs. Now, the Internet of Things is a combination of different hardware and software elements, each of which has very unique network requirements. Unless this requirement is successfully met, it is almost impractical to include multiple devices for product growth.

5G can more easily allocate parent bandwidth to the proprietary business needs of various applications in a single IoT ecosystem. Given that it is so easy to customize network parameters, the accelerated adoption of the Internet of Things looks achievable in the end.

However, 5G is more than just a better Internet. It simplifies the creation of on-demand private networks.

If we don't completely reform our connectivity infrastructure at the local level, the Internet of Things cannot prosper. This means that the Internet in the restricted area should be uninterrupted. At the same time, many of these private organizations have exclusive and strict requirements for security and QoS. The beauty of 5G now is that it can provide a seamless private network for closed compounds to fill the gap. With the help of cloud-native core networks, factories, hospitals, smart logistics, research laboratories, etc. can have proprietary 5G networks to ensure worry-free security, compliance, performance and services.

In other words, private network applications are not limited to limited locations. Using multiple public RANs, it is also possible to establish a dedicated core network at multiple locations in a country. In short, this is like taking advantage of the convenience of a virtual private network without actually connecting to an external network. The global network solution provides a reliable infrastructure that can create private 5G slices for global enterprises to ensure global security, performance and service quality!

Opening Up A World Of IoT and 5G Opportunities

5G is developing at a record-breaking speed and is committed to building communications for a smarter future. Large-scale initiatives such as smart cities, IIoT, and remote work are just some of the popular use cases for adopting 5G at the base layer. Looking ahead, there are many opportunities waiting for you to take advantage of the power of 5G and the Internet of Things. are you ready?