By 2027, 5G is projected to account for 90% of all mobile subscriptions in North America, compared to 20% in 2021 [i]. However, according to a new Accenture study commissioned by CTIA, additional spectrum, particularly in the mid-band range, is going to be critical to ensuring a successful rollout and making sure the promised benefits of 5G come true for American consumers.
If the relative imbalances in spectrum allocation are not addressed with more licensed spectrum made available to commercial wireless providers, consumers, businesses, and public services will bear the burden of the expected network strain. Diminished quality and availability of services will prevent the full promise of 5G use cases which are poised to transform the economy.
