As 5G networks expand globally, mobile data traffic is projected to triple by 2030, putting unprecedented strain on the "middle mile"—the critical transport layer connecting cell sites to the core network. While traditional fiber remains the gold standard, its high deployment costs and regulatory hurdles limit rapid rollout, and standard microwave alternatives face capacity tradeoffs.

This webinar explores how Mobile Network Operators can strategically diversify their middle-mile transport mix using emerging technologies like wireless optical communication. We will dive into findings from the recent GSMA Intelligence assessment and demonstrate how new tools like Total Cost of Ownership Calculator developed by GSMA and Taara can help operators optimize their network architecture by balancing fiber-like speeds with cost-effective, rapid deployment.