As the use of broadband mission critical communications (MCPTT/MCPTX) by the first responders is steadily increasing around the world, the importance of continuous uninterrupted connectivity is becoming even more critical. Broadband communications are powered by broadband networks, and the utmost care is taken to ensure reliable broadband network operation. Nevertheless, it should be expected that network operation can be interrupted; in certain cases, operational objectives might demand first responders to communicate without the use of the network. Such situations require the use of Direct Mode of communications, also known as Device to Device (D2D), and it can be enabled on broadband devices using standards-based 5G-Sidelink technology. Known in MCX standard as "off-network," the technology allows to support secure, prioritized, fully managed group communications directly between devices when network is not available or shouldn't be used.
In this talk, a group of industry expects will discuss capabilities of the 5G-sidelink, what makes the technology unique and highly desirable, how MCX direct mode should be properly implemented, what are the MCX direct mode use cases, and lots more.

Takeaway

1. What is 5G-sidelink technology, its capabilities, capacity, performance, use cases
2. How MCX Direct Mode work, critical solution element for the public safety users
3. MCX Direct mode and 5G-sidelink use cases beyond public safety.