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Private Cellular Networking Solutions from MCA

What is Private Wireless?

Private wireless refers to wireless networking infrastructure that is owned, operated, and controlled by a single organization or entity for its exclusive use. Historically, this infrastructure only included technologies such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Following the FCC’s release of the CBRS spectrum (3.5GHz frequency band), private wireless solutions now include more robust cellular technologies (4G and 5G). With private wireless networks, organizations have full control over the deployment, management, and security of their wireless connectivity, allowing them to tailor the network to their specific needs and requirements.

Why consider 4G/5G Private Wireless over Wi-Fi?

Wi-Fi Networks Provide For…

  • Significantly less users per radio (10-20%)
  • Significantly less coverage area per radio (15-20%)
  • Access from stationary locations
  • Best effort, unpredictable performance

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  • A lot less equipment, maintenance, and costs
  • Fixed and mobile connectivity inside or outside
  • Persistent connections for real-time applications
  • Best possible edge network security (ZTNA)

Who’s Deploying 4G/5G Private Wireless Solutions?

Private 4G and 5G for High Risk Environments

High Risk Industries

Industries like mining, utilities, manufacturing, logistics, and ports are adopting private wireless solutions for safer and more efficient operations. These sectors, known for remote locations and hazardous environments, benefit from reliable connectivity and real-time communication offered by private networks. From remote asset tracking to ensuring worker safety, and beyond.

Private Cellular for Public Agencies

Public Sector

Public sector organizations at all levels of government are utilizing private wireless solutions to improve operations. These networks address diverse communication needs, from public safety to administrative functions, with dedicated and secure connectivity. By supporting collaboration among first responders and smart city initiatives, these solutions enhance service delivery to communities.

Private LTE for Educational Institutions

Education

Educational institutions, public and private, adopt private wireless solutions to support campus needs. These networks ensure reliable connectivity for security, mass notification, remote learning, classroom activities, and administrative tasks, enhancing teaching, safety, and efficiency. By deploying these solutions, schools create a collaborative environment that fosters their educational mission.

Private Enterprises

Private enterprises are implementing private wireless solutions within corporate settings to streamline communications and enhance security across their spread out satellite facilities and primary offices. These networks facilitate productivity by supporting vital applications and offering customizable management for regulatory compliance, fostering collaboration and growth.

PLTE for Healthcare Environments

Healthcare

Healthcare organizations adopt private wireless solutions to ensure secure, reliable communication critical for patient care, facility security, and operational efficiency. These networks support various applications, from electronic medical records to telemedicine, enhancing staff collaboration and patient outcomes while complying with privacy regulations like HIPAA.

How Are Organizations Utilizing Private Wireless?

They’re utilizing them for persistent connections to people and moving devices, field area communications for data collection from meters and sensors, real-time applications like push-to-talk and push-to-video group communications, plug-and-play wide area connectivity for video surveillance and environmental sensing, and delivering internet/intranet connectivity to geographically dispersed WiFi zones. Additionally, these networks help offload operational traffic from congested WiFi networks.

Can 4G/5G Private Wireless Enable Seamless Roaming?

(To and From Public Cellular Networks)

  • Yes, through a technology called a Multi Operator Core Network (MOCN) gateway, subscribers can maintain connection to their carrier service via the 4G/5G private wireless network.
  • This is known as Neutral Host-as-a-Service (NHaaS), where the private wireless system serves as a neutral platform for multiple operators to deliver service.
  • Currently, this service is generally available for AT&T and T-Mobile subscribers.
  • It supports 911 location down to the indoor radio node location that’s processing the call.
Seamless Roaming from Private to Public Cellular Networks

Can Wi-Fi Calling Replace Public Cellular Services?

  • Yes, with some crucial considerations.
  • Accurate 911 location of callers may not be supported.
  • User devices must seamlessly connect to your Wi-Fi network without intervention.
  • User devices must have Wi-Fi calling enabled, configured, and supported by their mobile network operator.

When is Wi-Fi Preferable?

  • Wi-Fi boasts universal device and application support.
  • Ideal for organizations, venues, and office spaces serving the public.
  • Significantly cheaper per node than cellular networks.
  • For smaller user bases (<25) or confined areas, Wi-Fi remains a cost-effective private wireless solution for the foreseeable future.

Should I Deploy 4G or 5G Private Networks?

When considering whether to deploy 4G or 5G private cellular networks, several factors come into play. Currently, 4G satisfies the majority of use cases, offering wider device support compared to 5G, although this balance is expected to shift over the next few years. Additionally, 4G deployments typically cost about 30% less than their 5G counterparts. However, 5G boasts higher capacity and lower latency per radio, making it advantageous for applications requiring enhanced performance, such as video surveillance. Furthermore, 5G offers superior uplink performance. While 5G does future-proof network investments, it’s essential to ensure that its adoption aligns with specific use cases to justify the investment.

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We urge those considering various communications technologies to keep a holistic view. Each technology we offer has its place. We’ll never recommended deploying new technologies that don’t fill a specific need unmet elsewhere.

Our engineers help ensure your decisions are laser focused on solving for specific use cases with the right tools for the right reasons.

If after reading this you feel educated and empowered, let it serve this point: MCA is a most trusted, most respected advisor, transforming business visions into realities.

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