Welcome to Conversations with Des! In this episode, Des Blanchfield sits down with Jason Inskip, the Director for 5G Center of Excellence at AT&T Business, to discuss the current challenges and opportunities surrounding mobility solutions for businesses.
Challenges in Leveraging Mobility Solutions
Jason highlights some of the challenges that organizations are facing in leveraging mobility solutions, especially in the current landscape of 2020 and as we transition into 2021. Here are some key insights into the challenges:
- The impact of COVID-19 has brought about a significant shift in the way organizations approach mobility solutions.
- The digital transformation shift with 5G presents a massive change in the way organizations can utilize mobility solutions.
- Convergence becomes crucial as organizations navigate the challenges of remote work and collaboration tools in different environments.
AT&T Business Mobility Solutions
In response to the challenges presented in 2020, AT&T Business has been at the forefront of providing mobility solutions to help customers navigate these unprecedented times. Here are some ways AT&T Business Mobility Solutions have been instrumental in addressing the challenges:
- Adapting to the shift from office-based work to remote work by optimizing network routing paradigms.
- Supporting essential workers through FirstNet, a First Responder Network, with priority and preemption capabilities.
- Ensuring network stability and security amidst increased data traffic and communication demands.
Focus on Delivering World-Class Mobility Solutions
As we look ahead to 2021, AT&T Business is focusing its attention on delivering world-class mobility solutions to support customers in various industries. Here are the key areas of focus:
- Empowering industrial spaces with private LTE or private 5G deployments to enhance data management and operational efficiency.
- Assisting retailers in optimizing e-commerce capabilities to adapt to changing consumer behaviors and preferences.
Developing Mobility Strategies for 2021
For businesses developing their mobility strategies for 2021, Jason emphasizes the importance of focusing on use cases and business benefits before obsessing over the technology itself. Here’s what boards should consider when developing their mobility strategies:
- Prioritize use case-driven connectivity to avoid being inhibited by technology.
- Seek early conversations with experts to gain insights and avoid potential pitfalls in strategy and design.
In conclusion, the conversation with Jason Inskip sheds light on the evolving landscape of mobility solutions, and the importance of considering use cases and business benefits in the development of mobility strategies for 2021.
Stay tuned for more insights and discussions as we navigate the ever-changing world of technology and business. Thank you for joining us on Conversations with Des.
