Comcast Business announced it is partnering with Nokia to extend its enterprise connectivity portfolio to deliver 5G private wireless networks using Nokia DAC (Digital Automation Cloud) industrial-grade private wireless solution and digitalization enabler platform. The non-exclusive partnership builds on other wireless strategic innovations to drive Comcast Business's vision to support emerging connected ecosystems by delivering connected solutions at scale. The first Comcast Business and Nokia showcase deployment will launch at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia during the first quarter of 2022 and illustrates how private LTE and 5G networks can help organizations improve critical operations and infrastructure while enhancing the fan experience.

Applications may include immersive court-, rink-side and outdoor video experiences, digital signage throughout the venue, and the use of the internal network to provide fans inside the arena with real-time information about parking flow or expected wait times on their way out of the venue. Private wireless networks enhance Comcast Business' robust networking capabilities while giving clients more wireless options. The 5G private wireless network solution adds to Comcast Business's existing capabilities including DeepBlue for advanced, large-scale WiFi deployments and MachineQ for long-range, low-power, and large-scale IoT solutions.

Comcast Business will continue to engage best-in-class hardware, cloud and next-generation application partners to innovate and support emerging connected ecosystems, helping businesses better prepare for the future.