Architectural and Financial Considerations for Deploying 5G Based Fixed Wireless Access

Abstract

5G based Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) technology is considered a superior choice in offering broadband communication services in a variety of markets. However, there are several different ways of deploying 5G WFA. This paper discusses various deployment scenarios, business opportunities, and competition for the FWA use case. Deploying 5G FWA networks is not a small undertaking; in addition to many designs, development, migration, and deployment challenges, there are also many economic and financial options that must be carefully explored. The paper identifies four deployment alternatives based on the spectrum, infrastructure, region, and mobility requirements. The paper also introduces a framework for identifying the best financing option for each of the four alternatives.