This issue steadfastly remains a key concern in maximizing ROI for HetNet access points (APs). That’s why Nokia investigated the issue in depth and developed a novel patent pending methodology to help mobile operators locate and justify the right placement for HetNet APs. We call it SCORE i.e “Site Certified for Overall Relative Efficiency.
This methodology aids in key business decisions for selecting small cell site by rating each of the qualified sites on a scale of 1 to 100, based on the total cost of deployment and improvement in network performance. Field studies on SCORE have proven results with 30% faster deployment and 20% lower Total Cost of Ownership, and works for both indoor and outdoor locations.
