Business model analysis for spectrum sharing with the spectrum broker

Abstract

This work presents the business model analysis for the spectrum sharing mechanism in the cellular network, based on the spectrum broker entity. We identify key modifications to the market and business relations, required for the spectrum sharing scenario implementation, with the focus on the network operator stimulation. Due to the fact, that the spectrum usage in the current markets is subject to various constraints coming from regulatory, standardization bodies, as well as hardware limitations point of view, various market players and their positions within described spectrum sharing scenarios are considered and analyzed. This document captures analysis of novel spectrum sharing technique on the service delivery chain, discovers new business opportunities, discuss the influence on the strategy of the current key market players. Finally, cost aspects are analyzed, where the required investments are identified for the described spectrum sharing scenario.