Rysavy Research on Mobile Internet : “There simply is not enough network capacity to address the emerging demand”

Rysavy research published a research document covering the growing demand for mobile internet services, and the ability of the cellular networks to provide the demand.

 

The chart on the right shows the problem very clearly.

Their main conclusion is that beyond expanding the network capacity (like adding cells) there should be also “more efficient use of spectrum. It is imperative that mobile applications consume only the amount of bandwidth they really need.”

The research (here) shows a number of ways to help MNOs to cope with the increasing demand. Some of which (like TCP/IP optimization)that have been seen as obsolete technologies, get to shine again.

Click the following video clip to illustrate the problem: