GSMA announces formation of new APAC 5G Industry Community

GSMA has announced at Mobile 360 Asia Pacific the formation of the Asia Pacific (APAC) 5G Industry Community; a new ecosystem established for those seeking opportunities to deliver Industry 4.0 and digital transformation from 5G networks, edge-cloud services, enterprise IoT, and AI. The community has been designed for stakeholders across the value chain including government and agencies, industry associations, mobile network providers, enterprises and industry players, solution providers, analysts, and consultants.

The APAC 5G Industry Community is comprised of 12 contributing members and existing IoT and 5G emerging market community, which have more than 500 members in more than 30 countries. This includes AIS, Axiata, DEPA, DHL, Globe, Huawei, Kominfo, Maxis, MDEC, Schneider Electric, Telkomsel, and Viettel.

The 5G Imperative

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated digital transformation and more businesses are driving forward with new technologies, with a particular focus on 5G. GSMA predicts that 5G will contribute USD 5 trillion to the global economy by 2025, as countries increasingly benefit from the improvements in productivity and efficiency brought about by 5G.

“During the COVID-19 pandemic, the mobile ecosystem acted as a lifeline for people, businesses, and society. The industry demonstrated its resilience, and we must now continue to push the boundaries of possibility. The purpose of the APAC 5G Industry Community is to unlock the power of 5G connectivity so that people, industries and society thrive. GSMA is committed to playing a leading role in supporting and amplifying the vital work our industry is doing at this time,” said GSMA’s Head of Asia Pacific, Julian Gorman. “We are thrilled to announce the formation of APAC 5G Industry Community as a collaboration platform to support 5G industry innovation, application and business opportunities.”

The Ecosystem’s Purpose

Those who are part of the 5G Industry Community, there are three Industry Interest groups: Manufacturing, Logistics, Port and Transportation, and Healthcare. These groups will help members:

• Share 5G experiences to foster a learning culture that helps industry partners and innovators innovate
• Understand industry requirements, explore scenarios and applications of 5G
• Promote commercial use, reference, and best practices
• Network, build ecosystems and new partnerships

Additional benefits for community members will include:

• A regular newsletter with the latest 5G industry developments and insights
• Access to Industry Interest Group activities
• Inclusion in 5G industry reports and case studies
• Opportunities to speak and showcase in GSMA 5G activities. i.e., webinars, conferences, and a new 5G tour
• A bespoke networking service where businesses are matched with innovators, social impact enterprises, and mobile operators

To find out more about the APAC 5G Industry Community can visit their official site.