This report from Connected Communities LLC was published in 2020. It makes the case that cable companies are uniquely well-positioned to help a growing ecosystem of smart community partners advance their objectives. They possess both dense network infrastructure across large service areas, and valuable experience deploying and managing wired and wireless networks designed to solve complex connectivity challenges. The analysis and case studies highlight that rather than approach partners with a one-size fits all approach to smart community deployments, cable providers are working with organizations to co-create approaches that best achieve common goals.
Key words: carrier services, research and development, smart cities, Internet of Things (IoT), fiber optics