埃森哲：美国频谱分配报告.docxVIP

Spectrum Allocation in the United States An analysis of the current state of radio spectrum allocation across key stakeholders, the increasing need for licensed spectrum, and potential paths forward Commissioned by CTIA Executive Summary7xMore spectrum thanis currently Executive Summary 7x More spectrum than is currently available to commercial wireless*** 1 2 3 4 5 + This study explores the current state of radio spectrum (spectrum) allocation in the US and how additional licensed spectrum will enable wireless providers to continue expanding 5G connectivity and unlock 5G-enabled innovation. 5G brings new promises of greater capacity, lower latency and faster speeds. With 90% of all mobile subscriptions in North America forecasted to be using 5G networks by 2027, alongside the expected growth in industrial 5G connections,1 the commercial wireless industry will need additional spectrum to bolster networks and ensure 5G connectivity reaches its full potential. In assessing the current state of spectrum allocation in the US, it becomes clear that several imbalances could hinder the ability of wireless networks to keep up with projected growth and increased demand. In the lower mid- band, defined for the purposes of this study as the range of radio frequencies between 3 to 8.4 GHz*, the commercial wireless industry currently has access to only 5%** of spectrum. By comparison, unlicensed spectrum users have access to over 7x*** that amount (~36%), and government stakeholders have access to over 12x*** the amount of spectrum (~61%). This relative imbalance is particularly critical given that the lower mid- band is essential for supporting the type and amount of new data traffic associated with 5G services due to its ability to satisfy both coverage and capacity requirements. * While there is no set rule fo