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The potential of 5G extends far beyond faster download speeds. It represents a seismic shift in how we connect, communicate, create value and contribute to making the world more intelligent.
5G holds huge possibilities for Scotland. It’s estimated that by enhancing the provision of 5G infrastructure and catalyzing the creation of commercially viable use-cases, Scotland has the potential to add £17 billion ($22 billion) to Gross Domestic Product by 2035, create 160,000 new jobs and increase productivity by £1,600 ($2,000) per worker. 5G could play a part in creating 3,000 new businesses and a £3.3 billion ($4.2 billion) growth in export volumes.
The Scotland 5G Centre is Scotland's national centre for accelerating the deployment and adoption of 5G connectivity across Scotland's Industry and Public Sectors. The Centre, funded by the Scottish Government, operates at the intersection of industry, technology, and academia, allowing the team to work collaboratively and support the delivery of advanced communications solutions, future proofed to unlock Scotland’s digital potential.
The Centre provides opportunities for businesses to collaborate with experts in 5G arena, offers access to private 5G testbed facilities, enabling the proof of concept for 5G solutions that could significantly boost the success of businesses and give Scottish enterprises a competitive edge.
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$ 7.6 M
(£6M) of benefits identified across 5G enabled health and social care solutions in a 350-home estate across a 10 year period.
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$ 4.3 M
(£3.4M) potential Gross Value Added uplift to the aquaculture sector in the Highlands and Islands Region of Scotland per year by implementing 5G technologies.
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$ 478 K
(£377K) potential benefits which could be realized for a medium-large whisky distillery on an annual basis, through the implementation of 5G.
Jacobs’ role on the Centre has been multifaceted, delivering technical and business support, from business development and engagement to project management, 5G use case development, and economic impact assessment.
We provide consulting and advisory services, guiding businesses through the benefits and complexities of adopting advanced technology solutions enabled by connectivity. Our focus on data solutions resonates with the essence of 5G which is transmitting larger amounts of data with improved latency and resilience. This allows businesses to adopt a data driven approach to their operations. This commitment to a data-driven approach ties in with our climate response - by enabling data-driven operation, businesses can optimize their use of resources to significantly reduce their carbon footprint.
We’ve worked with businesses in a diverse range of sectors including transportation, energy, health & social care, aquaculture, education and whisky production, to discover the untapped potential that embracing 5G technology holds for them.
Scotland’s 5G journey isn’t just about technology; it’s about shaping a better future for all.
Key team members
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Rick Robinson
Dr Rick Robinson is Director and Global Principal for Smart, Connected and Secure Cities and Places for Jacobs. He advises cities, infrastructure operators, property developers and investors on the use of technology to improve buildings, infrastructure, places, communities and business and organizational performance. Rick has led the delivery of digital strategies for some of the largest developments in the U.K., Europe and the Middle East, representing billions of pounds of investment.
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Calum Jack
Calum Jack is a Principal Consultant for Smart Places & Digital Infrastructure. Calum realizes clients' smart city and infrastructure ambitions by designing solutions which use digital as a catalyst to respond to contemporary social, environmental, cultural and economic urban challenges. He sees a huge opportunity for urban adaptation to deliver holistically transformative outcomes as place makers embrace the challenge of remaking our cities and adapting to a changing world.
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Phil Boness
Phil Boness has 25 years of experience in the management, design, planning and construction of telecommunications networks. He is responsible for growth and strategies and project development and is currently leading and shaping Jacobs’ Intelligent Infrastructure initiative. We develop connectivity solutions to facilitate smart cities and connected places. Phil has a deep knowledge of public, private and commercial wireless and fiber optic network architecture. Phil has worked with cities and municipalities to develop design standards for the deployment of shared wireless infrastructure.
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