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Introduction to 6G: Vision and Catalysts

  • Evolutionary history: tracing the path from 1G to 6G and identifying key turning points.
  • Strategic catalysts: focusing on latency, capacity, reliability, and embedded AI.
  • High-level timeline and key stakeholder roles in development.

From 5G to 6G: Distinctions and Progression

  • Addressing the limitations of 5G that 6G is designed to overcome.
  • The transition toward AI-centric networks and distributed intelligence models.
  • Seamless integration of sensing, communication, and control functions.

Key Enabling Technologies

  • Terahertz (THz) communication techniques and associated propagation challenges.
  • Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) and next-generation antenna systems.
  • Advancements in Massive MIMO, full-duplex radio, and photonics integration.
  • Network AI, distributed learning frameworks, and intent-driven orchestration.

Spectrum, Standards, and Policy Dynamics

  • Spectrum requirements for 6G and the complexities of international coordination.
  • The role of standards bodies, research initiatives, and public-private partnerships.
  • Regulatory perspectives on privacy, spectral coexistence, and safety standards.

Architectures and Cloud-Native Network Design

  • Leveraging the edge, fog, and cloud continuum for 6G service delivery.
  • Implementing service-based architectures, network slicing, and programmable infrastructure.
  • Ensuring interoperability with legacy systems and multi-cloud environments.

Applications and Industry Sectors

  • Extended Reality (XR), holographic communication, and immersive collaboration tools.
  • Industry 4.0 integration, digital twins, and tactile internet for manufacturing.
  • Autonomous systems, Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication, and critical mobility solutions.
  • Smart city initiatives, advanced healthcare delivery, and environmental monitoring.

Security, Privacy, and Ethical Perspectives

  • Threat models for hyper-connected systems and supply-chain security risks.
  • Data governance, privacy-protected communication protocols, and trust frameworks.
  • Ethical and social impacts of widespread sensing technologies and AI deployment.

Deployment Hurdles and Business Implications

  • Infrastructure investment strategies, business model innovation, and total cost of ownership.
  • Managing interoperability, vendor ecosystems, and mitigating lock-in risks.
  • Addressing skill gaps, organizational preparedness, and change management.

Workshop: Organizational 6G Readiness and Roadmap

  • Prioritizing high-impact use cases and identifying pilot project opportunities.
  • Evaluating deficiencies in infrastructure, workforce skills, and data readiness.
  • Creating a 6–18 month pilot strategy and stakeholder engagement plan.

Conclusion and Future Directions

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of networking and telecommunications principles.
  • A strong interest in technology strategy, policy development, or digital transformation.
  • Confidence in interpreting technical summaries and assessing their business relevance.

Target Audience

  • IT specialists and network planning professionals.
  • Government policymakers and regulatory bodies.
  • C-suite executives and digital transformation champions.
 7 Hours

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