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Benefits of 5G for British businesses
May 17, 2024
Revolutionising 5G connectivity for UK firms
5G is reshaping the way British businesses operate, offering revolutionary yet practical solutions for companies of all sizes.
Just a few years ago, most British businesses were rooted in one place – tied to a physical office, for example, or only able to take payments through a fixed till.
These days, 5G is fast-tracking new ways to work, which would have previously been impossible – from ‘smart cities’ where connectivity is crucial to controlling traffic and allowing autonomous cars, to hi-tech farms where technology allows farmers to automate their tools and increase productivity.
As Katie McKie, Head of Marketing and Proposition at Three Business, says:
“5G isn't just highly futuristic or exclusive to large corporations who are investing in complex technology. It’s a reality for smaller businesses and on an everyday basis too.”
*according to Ookla [1]
What makes 5G a transformative power for businesses?
The key difference with 5G is that it’s up to 10 times faster than 4G, and can enable many more connections. 5G speeds enable:
Whether it’s supporting remote work, enhancing customer service, or automating tasks, 5G offers the connectivity businesses need to thrive.
5G in action: real-life business examples
1. Faster setups for SMEs
A café in Birmingham utilised Three Business 5G Broadband to launch their business quickly and efficiently. By opting for 5G instead of fixed fiber broadband, they saved costs while enabling key operations like:
- Taking digital orders and payments.
- Providing fast, reliable Wi-Fi for customers.
2. Enhancing Emergency Services
In critical situations, speed and connectivity are vital. A mountain rescue charity in the UK uses 5G SIMs from Three Business to power drones for search-and-rescue missions. These drones capture real-time data, helping teams make informed decisions and save lives.
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3. Supporting mobile payments
The shift to mobile payments has revolutionised industries, from sole traders like plumbers to retail businesses setting up pop-up shops. With cash usage declining, the ability to process card payments anywhere has become essential.
For charities, mobile payments are helping bridge the gap as fewer donors carry cash. With 5G connectivity, they can collect funds efficiently, ensuring vital work continues.
Video conferencing
Video calls are offering a way for customers to feel in touch without having to physically visit a premises, and for business owners to give their customers the ultimate transparency to their services and how they’re working. This can have a huge impact in terms of trust, whether it’s a plumber demonstrating their work, or a car mechanic showing you what has to be done for your vehicle to pass its MOT.
“When the mechanic calls me to say there’s a problem with my car, and it’s going to cost lots of money, I would have had to rely solely on what they were telling me,” Says Bhudia. “But now he’s on a video call and shows me what’s wrong.”
As 5G grows, so do its benefits to businesses of all sizes. They are able to flex and adapt to the needs of their employees and customers, offering the latest technology to support their work on the go.
This is a shortened version of an article produced by and published on Telegraph.co.uk - read the full article here.
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