- Infovista integrates Google Cloud’s Propagation API for RF planning.
- The collaboration enhances network planning for Tier 2 and Tier 3 operators.
What happened: Infovista and Google Cloud unite for RF planning
Infovista, a leading network software provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Google Cloud aimed at revolutionizing wireless network planning. This collaboration will see Infovista integrate Google Cloud’s Propagation API into its Planet network planning suite.
The Propagation API is a cloud-based service that utilizes detailed geospatial data to enable accurate radio frequency (RF) signal modeling, making network planning more straightforward and cost-effective.
This partnership comes as a response to the discontinuation of Google’s own network planning tool, which was shut down at the end of 2024. By filling this gap, Infovista aims to provide network planners with a robust alternative, especially targeted at Tier 2 and Tier 3 mobile network operators, managed service providers, and private networks.
The integration of the Propagation API into Infovista’s offerings will not only streamline the planning process but also ensure that users have continuous access to the latest geodata and propagation models. This is crucial in today’s fast-paced environment, where accurate planning is essential for effective network deployment. For more information on the Propagation API, visit Google Cloud’s official page and for details about Infovista’s services, check out Infovista’s website.
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Why it’s important
The partnership between Infovista and Google Cloud signifies a pivotal moment in the wireless networking industry. By combining Google’s extensive geodata capabilities with Infovista’s expertise in network planning, the collaboration democratizes access to sophisticated RF planning tools.
This is particularly vital as industries increasingly adopt Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) deployments and accelerate Fixed Wireless Access rollouts.
The improved total cost of ownership (TCO) approach introduced by this partnership is designed to significantly reduce both the upfront investment and ongoing operational expenses associated with network planning. This enables operators, especially those in the Tier 2 and Tier 3 categories, to adopt advanced RF planning methods without the traditional resource burden.
Infovista’s CEO, Rick Hamilton, emphasizes the importance of this integration, stating that it allows for greater flexibility and efficiency in network design, ultimately leading to enhanced service delivery for end-users.
