Case Study
U.S. telco cuts 5G planning costs by 20%, reduces BOM errors 28%, and achieves 100% on-time delivery
OUR CLIENT
The client is a prominent wireless network operator in the United States known for its extensive 5G network, competitive pricing, and customer-centric approach. The company provides a range of voice, messaging, data services, and high-speed connectivity to millions of customers nationwide.
THE CHALLENGE
RAN planning chaos—Needed to enhance efficiency and cut costs for 5G rollout
The client struggled with insufficient radio access network (RAN) planning for 5G networks to meet its ambitious goals to speed delivery timelines, decrease overall costs, and improve project efficiency for timely and cost-effective network rollouts. Notable barriers impeding progress included:
- Meeting tight deadlines for network rollouts for highly agile rollout targets
- Ensuring accurate and comprehensive project scopes
- Minimizing design rework in telecom network deployments caused by data inconsistencies
- Reducing bill of materials (BOM) inaccuracies in telecom projects
- Improving efficiency and reducing costs in telecom network design while scaling operations and maintaining high competence
THE TRANSFORMATION
Optimizing network RF design to streamline and accelerate 5G deployment
UST designed the planning solution for the client's network, focusing on network RF design for 5G and mmWave technology (millimeter wave). The solution involved leveraging a centralized pool of design experts equipped to handle scalability, complexity, knowledge transfer, and ad hoc demands. UST utilized internal expertise and automation tools, including app-based field survey data collection for accurate scoping. Capabilities delivered included:
- Dedicated SMEs and resources for training and ramp-up
- A dedicated project manager
- A process for creating plumbing diagrams in radio frequency data sheet (RFDS) documentation to reduce rework and BOM inaccuracies
- Customized algorithms for optimizing network design and costs
- A centralized pool of design specialists for scalability and knowledge transfer
Through UST's network RF design expertise for mmWave technology, automated tools for field data collection and network scoping, and standardized processes for reducing design rework, the client now enjoys optimized network design with efficient and accurate network planning and scoping.
THE IMPACT
Network RF design planning propelled 5G deployment with efficiency and cost savings
UST's innovative network RF design planning transformed the client's network planning process, vastly improving cost efficiency, project timelines, and deployment speed for its 5G rollout. The results:
- Reduced network design costs by 20%: Optimized design processes minimized inefficiencies, significantly cutting the overall costs.
- Increased efficiency in meeting project deadlines: Automated tools and streamlined workflows helped the client meet tight deadlines.
- Faster spectrum deployment: Improved planning and execution accelerated the rollout of 5G services.
- 100% on-time SLA (service level agreement) delivery: Meticulous planning and dedicated project management ensured all deliverables were met on time, adhering strictly to SLAs.
- 28% reduction in BOM errors and rework: Accurate scoping and plumbing diagrams in RFDS reduced BOM errors and rework, leading to more efficient project execution.
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RESOURCES
https://www.ust.com/en/insights/navigating-radio-frequency-compliance-issues-in-the-5g-landscape
https://www.ust.com/en/insights/small-cells-big-impact-unlocking-the-power-of-5g-networks