When considering 5G, the current focus of industry discussion is largely on radio access –certainly a key element given that it connects the end user with the network. But, in addition to enhancements to the RAN, making the most of 5G requires investment in new core infrastructure as well as in the transport network, the vital link between where services are created and where they’re passed onto subscribers.
As operators go through a multi-year capex cycle to initially deploy then scale out 5G networks, transport upgrades will come in a variety of forms.
