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We also updated the Regional Parameters RP2-1.0.2 to
include long range – frequency hopping spread spectrum (LR-
FHSS) rates, which can increase network capacity significantly
in certain scenarios compared to standard data rates, allowing
greatly increased scale on the same network footprint. The new
rates will also decrease management and deployment costs of
networks, as fewer gateways are required.
Finally, we introduced zero-touch LoRaWAN Device Identi-
fication QR Codes for Automated Onboarding. The use of
new QR codes for device provisioning simplifies and acceler-
ates LoRaWAN network management by carrying all required
identification information to add devices to a network. The
simple fact is that zero-touch is critical to achieving massive IoT
and it will continue to be a major focus for the LoRa Alliance
next year.
Our ecosystem has also been hard at work
advancing infrastructure, products and solutions
to make LoRaWAN more accessible than ever
before. For example, we've seen significant
activity enabling IoT use cases in remote areas
via the combination of LoRaWAN and
satellite. We've seen strong member
collaboration to support roaming, which
is already available in countries around
the globe. Members have implemented
device-to-cloud infrastructure to make
it easier than ever to get solutions up and running.
Multi-RAN architectures that combine LoRaWAN and
other radio technologies are also beginning to proliferate in the
market. And for those that are entering the IoT space and have
learned how critical LoRaWAN can be to enabling their IoT
use cases but aren't sure where to get started, a wide variety
of easy-to-use, off-the-shelf LoRaWAN starter kits are global-
ly available in the market. Created by several of our member
companies, these starter kits enable an individual or company
to set up a LoRaWAN network and see data from their unique
use case within hours – if not minutes! These types of mem-
ber-driven solutions pave the way for greater LoRaWAN adop-
tion globally. In short, we are ready for the future.
Looking ahead to 2021, LoRaWAN will continue to drive new
IoT use cases, focused on the health and safety of the public,
environmental sustainability and business automation.
"WE have the power… Our power comes from
our massive global ecosystem that collaborates
to achieve both business and social goals."
"When we work together... incredible things happen."
"The opportunity is in our hands.
And it's up to all of us."
