On Tuesday, June 5, 2018, Eric Smith, VP, Regulatory Affairs for the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association moderated a panel entitled “The 5G Journey” at The 2018 Canadian Telecom Summit. Panelists included:
• Alexander Brock, SVP, Network Technologyv Rogers Communications
• Tim Dinesen, EVP, Network, Xplornet Communications
• Brian O’Shaughnessy, SVP & CTO, Converged Networks, Shaw Communications
• Bruce Rodin, VP Wireless Networks, Bell
• Kyriakos Vergos, VP Sales – North America, Airspan Networks
Will 5G be a catalyst for innovation and economic growth? Will it shine a light on the importance of Canada’s wireless networks?
Coincident with The 2018 Canadian Telecom Summit, the 5G Canada Council website was launched: 5Gcc.ca
5G is more than just a new wave form. The reduction in latency permits all kinds of new applications and capabilities.
As Bruce Rodin said during the session, 5G is an evolution in the network, but a revolution in what the network can deliver.
You can read the CARTT.ca account of the 5G panel, or watch the complete session on YouTube.
As always, your comments are welcome.