The move toward commercial 5G deployments, complemented by increasingly robust gigabit LTE networks, requires a massive investment in network densification. As mobile service providers augment the macro layer with a blanket of street-level small cells, capex associated with the radio access and core networks must be supported by a 5G transport network capable of providing the fronthaul and backhaul necessary to deliver an enhanced user experience.
When considering 5G transport, it’s important to remember that fiber isn’t the only option; microwave plays an important role in complementing an operator’s fiber footprint.
