Technology Briefing: Will 5G be a catalyst for growth, or a financial burden?

September 8, 2019

Is 5G revolutionary? Will wireless technology not only update our network, but spark deep and widespread change across economies, industries, and the lives of consumers? 5G hype certainly abounds. But 5G may be difficult to put into practice.  Despite the drumbeat of hype, it is not clear how quickly 5G will be deployed, or how transformative it will be when it does arrive. Our first in a series of briefings on emerging technologies with implications for work and employment explores the promises and limitations of 5G through the lens of four critical issues. Please click here for access to the full briefing.