Operational Technology (OT) powers the backbone of critical industries—from manufacturing and utilities to transportation and smart cities. Unlike traditional IT systems, which manage data and applications, OT directly controls industrial processes, machinery, and infrastructure. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, ensuring reliable, secure, and high-performance connectivity for OT environments is more critical than ever.
However, the last mile—the final stretch of network connectivity between a core infrastructure and an OT endpoint—remains a persistent challenge for industries reliant on high-bandwidth, low-latency, and highly resilient communication networks. BroadbandOne is bridging this gap with Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and millimeter wave (mmWave) technology, offering cutting-edge last-mile solutions for OT infrastructure.
The OT Connectivity Challenge: Why Last-Mile Solutions Matter
The effectiveness of OT systems hinges on real-time data transmission and seamless network integration. Whether monitoring power grids, automating industrial plants, or optimizing smart transportation systems, OT networks demand:
- Low latency – Critical for real-time process control and automation
- High reliability – Ensures operational continuity with minimal downtime
- Scalability – Supports expanding industrial footprints and IoT deployments
- Cybersecurity – Protects against emerging threats targeting industrial networks
Traditional wired last-mile solutions, such as fiber, can be costly, time-consuming to deploy and vulnerable to physical disruptions (e.g., construction, natural disasters). Meanwhile, cellular connectivity can be inconsistent in remote or high-interference environments.
This is where BroadbandOne’s FWA with mmWave technology comes into play—delivering ultra-fast, secure, and scalable last-mile solutions tailored for OT infrastructure.
How BroadbandOne’s FWA & mmWave Technology Supports OT
1. Ultra-Low Latency for Real-Time OT Operations
For mission-critical industrial applications, every millisecond counts. Delays in control systems can lead to inefficiencies, equipment malfunctions, or even safety hazards. BroadbandOne’s FWA with mmWave connectivity offers:
- Ultra-low latency – Ideal for real-time control systems
- Consistent performance in urban, suburban and rural areas
- Reliable failover solutions to ensure uninterrupted OT operations
This makes BroadbandOne’s FWA an optimal choice for industries like utilities, oil and gas, smart cities and manufacturing, where OT infrastructure depends on split-second communication between sensors, controllers, and cloud-based analytics platforms.
2. High-Capacity Bandwidth for Data-Intensive Applications
OT infrastructure generates massive volumes of real-time data, from industrial automation and video surveillance to predictive maintenance and digital twins. BroadbandOne’s mmWave-powered FWA ensures:
- Speeds exceeding 1 Gbps for seamless data transmission
- High-bandwidth support for industrial IoT applications
- Scalability to accommodate growing OT network demands
With multi-gigabit speeds, BroadbandOne’s last-mile solutions eliminate bottlenecks, ensuring fast and efficient OT data processing—critical for real-time decision-making and system optimization.
3. Powering Edge-Based Compute for OT Infrastructure
With the increasing adoption of Edge Computing in OT environments, industrial networks require high-speed, low-latency connections to support real-time processing closer to the source of data generation. FWA-mmWave enhances Edge Compute capabilities by:
- Enabling faster data processing at the network edge, reducing the need for backhaul to centralized cloud data centers.
- Supporting distributed AI and machine learning applications for predictive maintenance, automation and anomaly detection.
- Ensuring ultra-reliable connectivity between edge devices, remote sensors and on-site compute nodes.
- Reducing network congestion by processing critical OT workloads locally rather than relying on distant data centers.
With BB1’s high-speed, licensed mmWave FWA, OT operators can deploy decentralized, intelligent network architectures that drive greater efficiency, automation, and resilience.
4. Rapid Deployment & Scalability
Many OT environments cannot afford long network installation timelines. Fiber builds can take months or even years, delaying critical projects and infrastructure expansions. BroadbandOne’s FWA offers:
- Quick deployment (days/weeks instead of months/years)
- Flexible network architecture that scales with growing OT demands
- Cost-efficient last-mile solutions compared to fiber installation
For remote industrial sites, smart grids, and transportation hubs, FWA provides an immediate connectivity solution without the infrastructure limitations of traditional wired networks.
4. Secure & Resilient OT Connectivity
OT security is critical, as cyberattacks on industrial networks can lead to catastrophic failures (e.g., power grid disruptions, pipeline shutdowns). BroadbandOne’s FWA with mmWave ensures:
- Encrypted, private network options to protect critical infrastructure
- Dedicated wireless links that minimize interference & unauthorized access
- Built-in redundancy & failover mechanisms for maximum reliability
This ensures that OT environments maintain continuous, secure and high-performance connectivity, even in the most demanding conditions.
Key OT Use Cases for BroadbandOne’s FWA Solutions
With BroadbandOne’s last-mile FWA solutions, OT organizations can future-proof their networks, ensuring fast, reliable and secure industrial connectivity without the cost and complexity of traditional last-mile infrastructure. These types of use cases include:
- Smart Cities – Supports traffic management, surveillance, and connected infrastructure
- Utilities & Energy – Enhances smart grids, substation automation and predictive maintenance
- Industrial Automation – Enables real-time process control, robotics and IoT
- Transportation & Logistics – Provides connectivity for railways, ports and fleet management
- Oil & Gas – Supports remote monitoring, pipeline security and digital oilfield operations
The Future of OT Connectivity is FWA with mmWave Technology
As OT infrastructure becomes more connected and data-driven, the need for high-performance, scalable and resilient last-mile connectivity has never been more important.
By bridging the last-mile gap for OT environments, BroadbandOne is powering the future of industrial connectivity—one wireless link at a time.Ready to transform your OT infrastructure?
Contact BroadbandOne today to explore high-speed, last-mile solutions designed for your industry’s mission-critical operations.
