May 6, 2019 ZenFi Network’s Ray LaChance on how fronthaul, backhaul and edge data centers will solve connectivity challenges Ubiquitous connectivity. It is a concept that is moving closer and closer to reality as wireless networks in the United States and around the world begin to evolve to 5G. In the near future, wireless networks will connect not only people but also cars, appliances, machines and industrial equipment, transforming the way we communicate and WIA Blog
May 1, 2019 Zinwave’s Slavko Djukic on How Millimeter-Wave Spectrum Addresses 5G Challenges 5G networks will require much more capacity and bandwidth to support the applications and services envisioned for next-generation wireless networks. To provide this capacity and bandwidth needs, the wireless industry is exploring, developing and deploying a variety of advanced technology and spectrum solutions. Among these advances is millimeter wave spectrum — between 30 GHz and WIA Blog
May 1, 2019 WIA and PCCA Announce Collaboration to Train 5G Workforce; “More Good News for 5G” Says Commissioner Carr May 1, 2019 ARLINGTON, Va. – The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) and the Power and Communication Contractors Association (PCCA) announced today that they will work together to expand training initiatives to establish a stronger wireless workforce with the skills needed to deploy 5G networks. PCCA has developed successful utility technician training programs at community colleges News, WIA Press Releases
Apr 29, 2019 WIA Supports Georgia’s New Small Cell Law April 26, 2019 ARLINGTON, Va. – The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) commends Gov. Kemp (R-Ga.) for signing Georgia’s small cell bill into law just moments ago. “WIA commends Gov. Kemp for expeditiously signing Georgia’s small cell bill into law. Georgia joins 23 other states in adopting a legislative measure that puts the state on the path to 5G News, WIA Press Releases
Apr 29, 2019 5G Training Workshop Scheduled at Connectivity Expo The Telecommunications Education Center will offer a 5G Outlook and Technologies workshop from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., May 20 at Connectivity Expo in Orlando. The workshop will be followed by a social panel of industry experts, including Dr. Rikin Thakker, Vice President of Telecommunications and Spectrum Policy at the Multicultural Media, Telecom and Internet WIA Blog
Apr 29, 2019 WIA’s TIRAP Provides Apprenticeship Materials in Spanish to Support Diverse Workforce April 25, 2019Contact:Amy-Gabrielle Bartolac, Public Affairs Manager703-621-0527Amy-Gabrielle.Bartolac@wia.org ARLINGTON, Va. – The Wireless Infrastructure Association’s (WIA) Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program (TIRAP) is pleased to provide the Telecommunications Tower Technician Mentoring and Education Guide in Spanish to address the nation’s growing Spanish-speaking population. “TIRAP-participating employers are hiring in seven of the top ten Spanish-speaking states[1],” said News, WIA Press Releases