The 5G Revolution: Expectations Versus Reality
Nura Jabagi, Andrew Park, Jan Kietzmann
Abstract
In response to claims that 5G will “change the world,” 5G mobile communications systems have drawn considerable attention, from consumers and practitioners, to policymakers and academics. Amid mass-marketing campaigns and public posturing by early 5G pioneers in the telecom industry, cutting through the hype to understand the actual implications of this new technology is difficult. This article examines the differences between 5G and earlier generations of wireless technology while debunking some of the myths and misconceptions surrounding this new technology. It further discusses 5G's potential business applications, as well as the opportunities and challenges IT professionals and general managers may face in incorporating 5G within their business operations.