4 Telecommunications Industry Trends You’ll See in the Coming Years

Telecommunications technology continually improves and upgrades. Just 70 years ago, radio and television signals were broadcast over short distances without satellites. Now, we see rocket launches every two weeks delivering pint-sized satellites to low Earth orbit that deliver internet and telecommunications to all points over the globe. 

Watch for these trends you’ll see in 2022 and beyond as your company’s telecommunications needs expand and get ready for the future.

More Broadband Infrastructure Is Coming

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, signed into law in November 2021, marked $65 billion for broadband adoption and deployment. A good portion of that funding, $42.5 billion, allows states to disburse the money where they deem best to spend it, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

This might mean more broadband for rural communities and areas where businesses might need it. Companies in smaller towns can certainly benefit from improved broadband connectivity, especially if they are a vital employer in the community.

Competitive Broadband Rates Will Get Better

Faster connections for hardwired broadband and wireless will have plenty of competition for service providers. Bundling options for telecom companies will give you discounts on wired, wireless, and high-quality internet connections. It will pay to shop around for the best rates and the best deals.

If you already know that better broadband or services are coming to your area, consider having a telecommunications hardware installer come to your facility to gauge what your needs will be. Air-blown fiber optics can future-proof your telecommunications needs for decades to come.

Your Cybersecurity Must Be Taken Care Of

5G wireless is here to stay, whether you use it for your personal cellphone service or professional connectivity. Cybersecurity and risk management will continue to be an issue for companies using cloud-based services and Wi-Fi networks. Not only do your networks need to be robust, but how you administer access to your devices, cloud-based software, and other vital assets.

Multi-Access Edge Computing Meets Private Cellular Networks

Edge computing means having your telecommunications as close to the physical location of the user or source of the data. The idea here is to have faster and more reliable telecommunications services. Your specialized hardware and software should run more efficiently with edge computing for hardwired and wireless connections.

Private cellular networks, especially for larger facilities, can take advantage of edge computing to connect devices, smartphones, and tablet computers. Combine multi-access edge computing with a private cellular network for ultra-fast speeds without much degradation or losing bandwidth. You’ll most certainly need a wireless heatmap done for your facility along with a full audit of your current telecommunications infrastructure when you’re ready to expand.

A Telecommunications Installation Company Can Help

CKC Data Solutions has nearly three decades of combined experience in the telecommunications industry, bringing our design certifications to every project. Our team will appraise your current situation to help bring your existing telecommunications infrastructure up to modern standards, especially as technology needs change. Contact us or call (417) 812-5251 for more information. We can help your facility prepare for the future.