Following the groundwork laid in Phase 1, where the WBA introduced the need for consistent, measurable Wi-Fi access network metrics. This Phase 2 of the Access Network Metrics program takes a major step forward — from concept to implementation.
This report defines how service providers, network operators, and technology vendors can collect, standardize, and transmit key Wi-Fi performance metrics. By extending the RADIUS protocol through enhanced Connect-Info attributes, and introducing structured out-of-band data models, it delivers a practical framework for sharing real-time and historical network quality indicators.
Key Highlights:
- Enhanced Roaming Intelligence: Empower smarter Wi-Fi and cellular offload decisions using live Quality of Experience (QoE) metrics.
- Standardized Metric Transmission: Leverage RADIUS extensions and API-based models to seamlessly integrate network health insights into roaming and authentication flows.
- Real-World Use Cases: Explore deployment scenarios across airports, hospitals, and enterprise venues where intelligent offloading and session management optimize user experiences.
- Path to Industry Adoption: Includes an IETF Internet-Draft proposal and outlines an upcoming live Proof of Concept (PoC) with industry leaders.
As the demand for business-grade Wi-Fi and seamless cellular convergence grows, Access Network Metrics project team ensures that trust, visibility, and service quality are no longer optional — they are essential. Operators, enterprises, and vendors now have a blueprint to deliver predictable, high-quality wireless experiences at scale.
This whitepaper is brought to you by: WBA Testing & Interoperability Work Group.
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