STC successfully deploys the first 5G Smart Campus in MENA

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The 5G Smart Campus Network is the entry point of stc’s ongoing effort to offer vertical industries in the Kingdom with 5G-powered services. Completing the first deployment of this 5G-connected Smart Campus will allow stc to deliver high standard service experience guarantees. With high throughput and very low latency, Smart Campus will facilitate the introduction of intelligent applications and advanced use cases such as: 5G CCTV, Cloud PC (office Application), cloud gaming, cloud VR (collaboration and training), 5G live broadcasting backpack, AR remote assistance and drone inspection in 5G, delivering a more enhanced customer experience compared to existing public networks.

Using the new live 5G smart Campus initiative, stc aim to continue with its aspirational plans incubating new 5G use cases, particularly focusing on the Enterprise market to deliver scalability and future proof services. stc successfully completed this prominent accomplishment in a strong partnership with Huawei.

The new Smart Campus will facilitate the introduction of different service standards for enterprises, Oil rigs, gas exploration, educations, medical treatment, mining, and other industries with diversified and remote infrastructure to resolve challenges related to: capacity, density, coverage, security, high operational cost, and complex management.

Eng. Nasser S. Alnasser, stc group CEO, said: “we are very proud of our continued technological push to reinforce our leading position in the region. STC is determined to bring to market the most advanced technologies and solutions, to deliver total digital transformation. The new advanced “Smart Campus” capabilities, coupled with high 5G speeds and low latency will enable new, and previously un-imaginable 5G-based use cases. The new “Smart Campus” solution is a clear demonstration of our resolve to nurture original innovations and formulate future solutions. Every innovation we accomplish is aimed at improving our services to our valued customers. I have no doubt that the “Smart Campus” solutions will be another big factor in meeting our commitments to our national vision 2030. ”