3G shutdown is happening now

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The 3G network shutdown is happening now. OSA is in the ideal position to assist customers in making a successful transition with Teltonika hardware and our R&D labs. The impending 3G shutdown impels service providers to fortify cellular networks and allows industries to modernise and enhance their solutions.

While numerous large enterprises have successfully transitioned to 4G, many devices in Australia, including those integral to transportation, agriculture, alarms and sensors, continue to rely on 3G networks.

For Australian businesses yet to upgrade their 3G hardware, a swift decision on suitable replacement hardware is imperative to maintain online functionality and ensure systems remain current.

When assessing replacement hardware options, carefully considering the anticipated lifespan and required speed for system upgrades is essential. Some 3G systems have operated for over a decade without updates, prompting a potential shift to 5G for those aiming to modernise and replicate such extensive deployment periods.

Irrespective of usage, prioritising networking devices with robust connectivity is crucial. Features like dual-SIM capabilities, failover mechanisms and load balancing are highly advantageous. The choice between 4G and 5G hinges heavily on a solution’s tolerance for latency. Whether opting for 5G or LTE, the resilience of devices and ease of remote management are pivotal for all contemporary applications.

It is crucial to recognise that selecting the proper replacement hardware transcends mere system updates; it is also about preparing for future connectivity demands. Businesses must invest time in testing various devices to balance cost, future readiness and value when choosing their 3G replacement hardware.

Is switching to 5G the best way forward?

Anyone with experience using a reliable industrial 5G router is familiar with the remarkable capabilities inherent in 5G technology. It touts impressive speed, reliability and energy efficiency, ushering in significant advancements in IoT. When a network ceases operation, the instinctive response is often to upgrade to the latest technology—a logical consideration.

While this holds and aligns with sound reasoning, transitioning may take time. For most IoT applications, the high speed and low latency features of 5G are imperative.

However, exceptions exist, notably in solutions necessitating automation, video streaming and the integration of robotics.

Presently, 4G LTE connections continue to serve as the linchpin of connectivity for numerous industries throughout Australia. The likelihood of a 4G shutdown within the next decade remains low.

We recommend upgrading as soon as possible for those foreseeing the imminent need for 5G. OSA’s technical team members, coupled with our state-of-the-art staging and testing labs, offer customers expert guidance. What sets us apart is our dedicated research and development laboratories, a unique distinction in the Australian network solution landscape.

Within these R&D facilities, our engineers plan, design, test and demonstrate network systems. This infrastructure equips our clients with technical expertise and enables us to provide secure, customised solutions tailored to each client’s specifications.

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OSA has a full suite of Teltonika products

Australian enterprises are navigating project timelines spanning 3-12 months, contingent upon their respective carriers. Vodafone is slated to conclude its 3G network operations in December 2023, followed by Telstra in June 2024 and Optus in September 2024.

OSA supports these project timelines and offers a comprehensive array of Teltonika products, readily available at our trade centres across Australia.

All Teltonika products including the RUTX50, RUTX11 and the RUT241 boast industrial-grade quality, have standard advanced security features, possess failover capabilities to satellite connections and leverage Teltonika’s robust remote management software (RMS).

Not limited to urban enterprises, OSA possesses the expertise to support agricultural businesses with routine applications, encompassing data collection from farming equipment and more data-intensive uses such as smart farming and primary or backup Internet sources.

We also assist in infrastructure or smart city initiatives, covering elements like parking meters, billboards and sensor connectivity, where dependable 4G connectivity facilitates seamless integration into systems that still rely entirely on 3G.

OSA maintains a supply of top-tier Teltonika hardware tailored for public and tourism transport connectivity, encompassing passenger counting systems, ticket machines, fare collection systems and vehicle tracking.

For example the Teltonika RUTXR1 router pictured is perfect for 4G backup of Distributed Site networks and for POS (Point of Sale) in retail environments.

With less than a year until Australia’s 3G shutdown, the moment to act is now. OSA has trade centres across Australia, and our R&D labs specialising in helping customers transition from 3G.

Our unique partnership with Teltonika Networks enables us to handle everything from the most straightforward switchover to the most complex transition that future-proofs your needs today.

OSA offers competitive pricing and fast delivery to large and small businesses, government agencies, commercial and industrial developers, councils and municipalities.

Contact our team today for the latest in Teltonika products.

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