Jon Howell

Trend report: Operational applications in the age of radio and broadband networks Many private radio users are migrating towards broadband networks, be they government mission critical broadband networks, private broadband networks or commercial broadband networks. A key feature for operational applications is that they serve all users, and bring all users together regardless of the device and network they are using. This enables organizations and teams to use the best tools for their operations. Users can also migrate towards broadband solutions at their own speed, while working together and communicating with all other stakeholders on various networks. Portalify solutions are ready-to-go for the hybrid (radio and broadband networks at the same time) and mission critical broadband networks. For example, Portalify Locate Server is a location tracking server that supports both TETRA radio and broadband device location tracking. It also supports advanced features like indoor location tracking, also on both TETRA radios and broadband smartphones. Portalify Locate Server has already been deployed large scale for public safety network operators using it on both TETRA and broadband public safety networks. Provide state of the art location services on your networks today and seamlessly into the future! Portalify SmartChat secure on-prem messaging solution supports messaging between all users: smartphone app, office users and TETRA radios. TETRA support includes ability to send text and photo to TETRA radios. Portalify SmartChat enables modern secure messaging and allows you to reach all of your users, regardless of their device. Portalify SmartQuery integrates mobile users with databases and IT systems. You can provide the same operational information access and reporting to users on smartphones and TETRA radios, in a suitable way for each device and network. Always available information enables more efficient data-oriented operations. https://lnkd.in/dRsx-VUp

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🌍🌍🌍 County Councils Leveraging Alternative Networks🌍🌍🌍 The benefits of alternative networks like City-Fibre and Freedom Fibre can be a game-changer for *County Councils* looking to enhance their own network infrastructure. These alternative networks offer a robust foundation for digital transformation, providing high-speed connectivity that is essential for modern public services and economic development. The strategic partnership between TalkTalk Business and alternative network providers like CityFibre and Freedom Fibre is a testament to the growing recognition of the value these networks bring. This collaboration not only expands the reach of high-quality network services but also fosters a competitive market that can lead to better services and pricing for consumers and businesses alike. County councils leveraging these networks can expect improved public sector productivity, with the potential for schools to access new cloud-based educational tools and medical professionals to remotely monitor patient health. Moreover, these networks can play a crucial role in bridging the digital divide, especially in rural and hard-to-reach areas, ensuring that every community has access to the digital economy. https://lnkd.in/eNiVPFjb #talktalkbusiness PXC TalkTalk Business CityFibre Freedom Fibre #sdwan #altnets #connectivity Ofcom #Gcloud #NS3

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The June 2024 Ericsson Mobility Report is now live, featuring the most up-to-date data and analysis from the telecom industry. Here are the key takeaways that caught my eye: 📱 In 2029, the number of 5G mobile subscriptions will reach nearly 5.6 billion – that’s 60% of the global market. ⚡ Speed-based tariffs are now being offered by almost 40% of Fixed Wireless Access service providers, compared to 27% a year ago. ✅ Great user experiences are being delivered by 5G mid-band, with a service provider achieving time-to-content (TTC) of under 1.5 seconds for 97% of user activities. Click below to get your copy of the report and keep up to date with all the latest data and analysis from the telecom industry. What are your thoughts on these trends and how do you see them shaping the future of the telecom industry? 🤔 #MobilityReport #5G #TeamEricsson

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SHAKING UP UK BROADBAND: NETOMNIA AND BRSK’S GAME-CHANGING DEAL Big news in the UK broadband world: Netomnia and Brsk are joining forces in what's being called the biggest merger yet among alternative network providers. This move is part of the industry's bid to give BT and Virgin Media O2 a run for their money in the full-fibre rollout across the country. The companies struck the deal last week, creating one of the largest "altnets" out there. Investors have been pouring billions into these altnets, hoping to challenge the big players. With the focus shifting from just laying down fibre to actually signing up customers, this kind of consolidation was pretty much expected. Everyone’s looking to get a return on their investment in the digital upgrade. We've seen other big moves recently too. For example, CityFibre announced it was buying Lit Fibre back in March, and Virgin Media O2 agreed to take over Upp in September. In this deal, Brsk will come under Netomnia’s parent company, Substantial Group, but it’ll still run independently with Brsk's CEO, Giorgio Iovino, staying in charge. They’re also creating a new wholesale company to combine their networks and potentially bring other altnets on board. Jeremy Chelot, CEO of Substantial, Netomnia, and their sister company YouFibre, said this merger is a major step towards becoming the UK’s third-largest full-fibre network, aiming to compete with Openreach and Virgin Media O2. Chelot mentioned that the market has been pretty fragmented with many small players, leading to uncertainty. This deal aims to create a more stable competitive environment, and they’re open to further consolidations. Currently, their full-fibre services reach 1.5 million premises with 140,000 customers already connected. They’re planning to use up to £900 million in debt to expand to 3 million premises and around 500,000 customers by the end of 2025. Iovino added that merging will help them break even on earnings a lot sooner and make the group an attractive consolidator in the market. The merger is set to be finalised soon, pending regulatory approval. No job cuts are expected. By the end of 2023, altnets collectively reached 12.9 million premises and had 2 million customers. #broadband #consolidation #netomnia #brsk #altnets

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