Question

Frontier’s challenge was to deploy flexible, branded, high-performance Wi-Fi and networking services to commercial subscribers across more than 30 states— rapidly. To this end, reliable, fast Internet connectivity has become a universal expectation. People assume they can be online at small businesses, public buildings, outdoor spaces and venues ranging from airports to arenas, hotels to branch offices, churches to RV parks, and hundreds of other places. Providing seamless connectivity across the full spectrum of work/play/live applications is a major revenue-generating opportunity for Communication Services Providers and Broadband Operators, but only if they can make complexity disappear and shrink time-to-market exponentially. In order to eliminate the complexity of building its own managed networking and wireless offerings from the ground up, Frontier Business turned to CommScope for a hosted, white label, comprehensive carrier-grade solution. The CommScope Solution: a world-class solution of ready-to-deploy technology and services CommScope was the best way for Frontier to “deliver more, faster.” Its comprehensive, ready-to-go solution includesindustry-leading technology like powerful Ruckus access points, wireless access controllers, ICX switches firewalls and the CommScope Virtual Managed Edge. CommScope helped simplify the entire process, from design, such as developing heat maps for optimal AP locations and switches, through installation and integration. CommScope also managed the on-boarding process, which involved incorporating hardware gear onto the hosted core, and setting up customized user portals and admin dashboards for advanced analytics and reporting. To eliminate the burden of dealing with different vendors for each component, CommScope manages and monitors the networking platform. Proactive NOC-to-NOC support ensures optimal uptime. In fact, problems are often resolved before the subscriber is even aware of them. CommScope leveraged its unparalleled track record of enabling service provider success, aligning itself to support Frontier’s business objectives. The result was the creation of an expertly coordinated package of service components and software and hardware, tailored to meet Frontier’s specific service performance and budget requirements. Frontier is in the process of deploying CommScope managed Wi-Fi and managed networking offerings to new and existing commercial customers in multiple market segments across a footprint spanning 28 states. One important goal for the Telecom Provider is to move beyond business relationships that are based on one-time fees, and focus on “stickier” services with monthly recurring revenue. Frontier now has managed Wi-Fi and networking solutions that bring world-class capabilities and competitive differentiation. With CommScope helping to deepen and expand the product portfolio, the door is now open for Frontier to provide new branded offerings, such as cybersecurity services, at a reduced time-to-market.

1. Discuss the significance of Human Centred (HC) design concept for the company, Frontier, in terms of complexity reduction and shrink time to market exponentially. [5 Marks]

2. Analyse in terms of HC design concept why Frontier approached CommScope for its WiFi and networking services over 30 states. [5 Marks]

3. How has Frontier benefitted from CommScope design? Illustrate in light of the human-centred design concept. [5 Marks]

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