RIG #99 – 5G SA Deployment Workshop
Registration is open now for the 5G SA Depolyment workshop on May 5, 2026 in Anchorage, Alaska for an in‑depth workshop discussing 5G SA Deployment. This workshop, held during RIG #99, is open to both members and non-members.
The workshop will be followed by a reception, offering a chance to network with peers, exchange ideas, and continue the conversation in a relaxed setting.
View the Agenda below:
The 5G SA Deployment Workshop will bring together industry leaders, technology experts, and regulatory voices. This session will cover 5G SA global adoption, deployment challenges, cloud‑native core evolution, migration strategies, operational readiness, RAN upgrades, and the real‑world benefits of 5G SA at scale.
| 13:30–13:40 (AKST) | Opening and Welcome. Why 5G SA ? |
| 13:40–14:00 (AKST) | 5G Standalone Worldwide: Deployment Status, Market Trends, and Monetization Opportunities |
| 14:00–14:15 (AKST) | 5G SA deployment challenges from an operator perspective |
| 14:15–14:35 (AKST) | Deploying the 5G Core: Cloud-Native Architecture, Integration with EPC, and Operational Readiness |
| 14:35–14:55 (AKST) | Migrating from NSA to SA: Deployment Strategies, DSS, Spectrum Refarming, and Operational Lessons |
| 14:55–15:20 (AKST) | Coffee Break |
| 15:20–16:00 (AKST) | Operational Challenges of SA Migration -> 1. Devices, Preparing Systems, Provisioning, and Subscriber Management 2. SIM strategy moving towards 5G SA |
| 16:00 – 16:20 (AKST) | RAN Evolution for 5G SA: Network Upgrades, Optimization, and Deployment Considerations |
| 16:20 – 16:40 (AKST) | 5G SA Benefits at Scale: Network Efficiency, Performance Gains, and Impact on the Full Subscriber Base |
| 16:40 – 17:00 (AKST) | Charging & Billing in 5G SA Networks: New Operational Requirements |
| 17:00–17:05 (AKST) | Closing Remarks |
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