For many communications service providers (CSPs), offering Wi-Fi connectivity is table stakes. But, in an era of hybrid working, latency-sensitive applications, and rapidly evolving technologies, carriers have a two-fold challenge: keep up to date with the latest, most feature-rich standardized Wi-Fi tech, while also building an overarching platform that provides a pathway to delivering value-add services that create monetization opportunities beyond connectivity.
While there’s lots of talk about Wi-Fi 7, this iteration of Wi-Fi has not yet been finalized in relevant standards bodies and, as such, there are no Wi-Fi Alliance-certified products available. Wi-Fi 6 and 6E, however, are standardized, and certified products for consumers, enterprises and CSPs are increasingly available.
