Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) has emerged as a powerful tool to connect the unconnected, bringing high-speed internet to underserved areas where traditional fiber deployment is impractical. With global broadband subscribers estimated to reach 1.6 billion by 2030, FWA promises significant growth. However, its success hinges on the ability to manage network capacity effectively.
The FWA surge
Initial 5G deployments leveraged mid-band spectrum, serving both mobile and FWA users. While convenient, this approach faces challenges as FWA adoption skyrockets. FWA subscribers typically consume 20x more data than mobile users, leading to congestion around cell towers with high FWA penetration.
