Ericsson and SAS Institute have collaborated on tech solutions in the sports world to enhance the fan experience through 5G connected venues and data insights.
The focus is on providing robust Wi-Fi connectivity in stadiums filled with smartphone-carrying fans to meet the demands of fan interest and business operations.
Peter Linder from Ericsson and Jenn Chase from SAS Institute discussed their collaboration during an exclusive broadcast on theCUBE.
The 5G connected venue solution evolves the fan experience by supporting payment terminals and various business operations at the venue.
SAS Institute's partnership with the Orlando Magic involves using the SAS Viya data and AI platform for optimizing ticket sales forecasting and enhancing fan engagement.
In-stadium networks must also cater to the needs of television partners using 5G-connected broadcast cameras, requiring efficient network capacity management.
The ability to provide virtual private networks and network slicing allows for the seamless integration of professional TV cameras over 5G.
The collaboration between Ericsson and SAS Institute brings new capabilities to stadium networks to improve connectivity and fan experience.