Technology Deployment for
In-Building &
Private Wireless Networks
Hosted by:
When
April 23-25, 2024
Introduction
4G and 5G cellular networks inside buildings are based on a variety of network architectures and spectrum bands. New business models have also emerged to subsidize deployment of such networks instead of just relying on financing from mobile network operators. Enterprises who have mainly used Wi-Fi as their only private networking technology, now have 3GPP based options to either deploy their own managed private LTE of 5G networks using lightly licensed (rest of the world) or shared licensed (USA) mid-band spectrum or subscribe to a dedicated 5G private network slice from mobile network operators. Utilization of FR2 spectrum bands like mmWave, with careful RF planning for indoor venues, should also be considered where significant capacity enhancement is required.
Workshop Goals
- Examine new business models to subsidize deployment of inbuilding and private networks.
- Explore self-managed private LTE or 5G networks using lightly licensed or shared licensed mid-band spectrum
- Assess dedicated 5G private network slicing for private networks
- Utilization of FR2 spectrum bands including mmWave and careful RF planning to deliver significant enhancement
Agenda
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Day 1 April 23 07:00 PM |
Arrivals and Welcome Reception |
The Westin Houston, Memorial City 945 Gessner Road, Houston, TX 77024 |
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Day 2 |
Arrival & Registration
at Crown Castle |
Crown Castle Headquarters 8020 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024 |
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09:00 AM |
Welcome, Opening Remarks & Introductions
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09:30 AM |
Keynote Presentation
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SVP, Corporate Development & Strategy, Crown Castle
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10:15 AM |
Networking Break |
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10:45 AM |
Carrier Perspectives
Private Networks: Deployments and Next Steps from an MNO's Perspective
Venue Radio Frequency Design: The Next Phase |
Principal Network Architecture, Mobile Infrastructure, BT Group
Principal Engineer (RF Design) In-Building Engineering Team, AT&T
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12:00 PM |
Networking Lunch |
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1:00 PM
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OEM Perspecitves
Solutions
Future Trends for Private Wireless- Opportunities and Modernitization
Transparent Conductive Films for Indoor Coverage Enhancement |
Chief Architect, Indoor RAN Solutions, MANA NTW Transport Product Solutions, Ericsson
Private Wireless Network Lead, Nokia
Advanced Application Development Specialist, 3M
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3:00 PM |
Networking Break |
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3:40 PM
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System and Technology Perspectives mmWave Deployment Experience
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Pivotal Commware
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| 4:20 PM |
Adjourn |
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| 5:30 PM | Meet at Westin, Memorial City Hotel for FWA Tour | 6945 Gessner Road, Houston, TX 77024 |
| 5:45 PM | mmWave Fixed Wireless Access Tour |
Chief Technology Officer, Pivotal Commware  |
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7:00 PM |
Networking Dinner |
The Taste of Texas |
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DAY 3 April 25 08:30 AM |
Arrival & Registration at Crown Castle
** Security Check-In Please be on-time |
Crown Castle Headquarters 8020 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024 |
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09:00 AM |
System and
Technology Perspectives (cont) Keynote Combining Neutral Host Coverage Solutions with Private Networks
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EVP, Corporate Development & Strategy,Crown Castle
Chief Architect, Indoor RAN Solutions, MANA NTW Transport Product Solution, Ericsson Vice President Sales, Ericsson
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10:00 AM |
Networking Break |
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10:40 AM |
Evolving Ecosystem of Indoor Solutions
Experiences From A Different Kind of Private Network
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Radio Solution Manager, Nokia
Senior Product Manager, Cumucore
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12:00 PM |
Networking Lunch |
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1:00 PM |
RF System Chip Innovations
RF Design and Planning for Indoor Private Networks- A Case Study
Ensuring Signal Integrity: Strategies for Interference Mitigation in Distributed Antenna Systems |
ViDirector, Strategic Corporate Business Development, AMD
Senior Research Director iBwave
Product Marketing Manager, Anritsu
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3:00 PM |
Closing Discussion |
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4:00 PM |
Adjourn |
FAQs
- What is the deadline for presentation/handout materials?
- Who are the attendees?
- What are the costs/registrations fees?
- Hotel information?
- What are the travel options from the airport to the hotel?
- Are there any audiovisual requirements?
- What is the dress code??
- How will handout materials be provided??
- What is the deadline for
presentation/handout materials?
Deadline for electronic version of presentation/handout materials: April 19, 2024
- Who are the attendees?
- We do not permit the Press.
- We do not permit Analysts.
- We do not permit Consultants.
- We do not permit 3rd party sales reps.
- We only permit "first hand
knowledge experts" in business and technology issues,
prepared to contribute to the discussion.
- What are the costs/registrations fees?
ALL Hosts, Speakers, Panel Members and Attendees will be asked to cover out-of-pocket workshop costs such as conference room costs, food (Social Reception plus First Day breakfast/lunch/dinner plus Second Day breakfast/lunch plus Breaks), audio/visual costs, etc.
These costs per person is $1295.
ALL Hosts, Speakers, Panel Members and Attendees will be asked to pay this fee in advance with either Visa, MasterCard, American Express, cash, personal check or business check. Make checks payable to IWPC.
- Hotel information?
The Westin Houston- Memorial City
What are the travel options from the airport to the hotel?945 Gessner
Houston, TX 77024 - Are there any audiovisual requirements?
A Computer Projector will be available for the speakers.
In addition, we audiotape all presentations and the interactive discussions. Post workshop, presentations are made available to IWPC Members on the IWPC WEB site, along with “recordings” of all presentations and panel sessions.
- What is the dress code?
Business casual suggested. No ties, please!
- How will handout materials be provided?
For ALL IWPC members:
All IWPC members are invited to submit materials to be included in the online workshop folder in the IWPC Research Library. This should NOT BE SALES MATERIALS. Rather, we suggest it contain technical information about your technology as it relates to the workshop topics.
For all companies who will be making a presentation at the Workshop:
You are invited to submit an advance copy of your presentation, complete with graphics and illustrations. Please use PowerPoint 16:9 format and embed .mp4 videos if have them. Please do not use .wmv, .avi or other video format, .mp4 only. No proprietary markings please. Do not include any pages or images that require going online or have security requirements. Everything needs to be embedded in the file and unprotected. The laptop that will display the presentations during the workshop is not connected to the internet so external links to YouTube or anywhere else will not work. All content must run locally in PowerPoint.
These materials will be included on the IWPC website Research Library for member access in PDF format.
- Go to www.iwpc.org
- Click on IWPC Activities Tab
- Under Workshop: Technology Deployment for
In-Building and Private Wireless Networks Workshop
- Click on Submit Presentation Proposal. Complete the form and attach your presentation.
- Once we receive your presentation we will send an email confirmation.
AS BACKUP, PLEASE BRING AN ELECTRONIC COPY USB STICK WITH YOU!