Next-Generation Network Planning

The critical role of raster mapping in fueling the telco networks of tomorrow

Network planning at 5G speed

It was dubbed ‘4G Long Term Evolution’ for good reason. From the start, it was clear that fully implementing 4G communication systems was going to take time for many reasons, including the fact that the available equipment and computing technologies were not yet capable of fully delivering on the promise.

In comparison, 5G is more like “The Big Bang.” 5G network deployment and end-user device upgrades are happening with unprecedented speed. Intense competition is pressurizing the race to secure the best tower sites and most profitable customers. Any delays, any errors in deployment factors such as siting or modeling for Radio Frequency (RF) propagation can quickly result in escalating costs as well as lost revenues and customers.