OpenRoaming offers a seamless, secure, and automatic Wi-Fi experience akin to cellular roaming. By bridging the gap between Wi-Fi networks worldwide, OpenRoaming simplifies connectivity for users, enhancing user experiences while maintaining robust security standards. This comprehensive guide, provided by the Wireless Broadband Alliance, delves into the technicalities, benefits, and strategic implementation of OpenRoaming to revolutionize public, guest, and enterprise Wi-Fi networks.
Who Should Read This Guide?
This guide is indispensable for network operators, service providers, technology vendors, and enterprise IT professionals who are looking to enhance their Wi-Fi service capabilities and offer a superior user experience.
What You Will Learn:
- Seamless Connectivity: Learn how OpenRoaming facilitates automatic connections to Wi-Fi networks without the need for constant re-authentication.
- Technical Insights: Understand the foundational technologies like Passpoint that enable OpenRoaming to provide global Wi-Fi access.
- Business Advantages: Discover how OpenRoaming can increase customer satisfaction, provide valuable analytics, and create new revenue opportunities through enhanced service offerings.
- Implementation Guide: Get detailed instructions on how to deploy OpenRoaming within your network, including setup, configuration, and collaboration with partners.
- Challenges and Solutions: Address the challenges of adopting OpenRoaming, such as upgrading legacy systems, and explore practical solutions to these issues.
Focus on Asia Pacific
- Regional Challenges: Tackle the unique challenges in the APAC region, including slow technology adoption rates and prevalent legacy systems.
- Deployment Strategies: Learn the tailored strategies required for deploying OpenRoaming in APAC’s diverse and dynamic markets.
- Case Studies: Benefit from insights into successful implementations in Tokyo, Japan, and through the PM-WANI initiative in India, demonstrating the practical benefits and applications of OpenRoaming in the region.
This whitepaper is brought to you by: WBA APAC Task Group.
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