# 5G New Radio Open Radio Access Network Implementation in Brazil: Review and Cost Assessment
## 7 Future Outlook
### Potential Impact on Various Sectors  
With 5G, approximately BRL 590 billion is expected in revenue from several Brazilian economic sectors, mainly in the industry, agribusiness, public administration, and public health. The latest technology will enable innovative services and transform agribusiness that represents about 66% of the market [5]. In the agricultural sector, the 5G NG RAN is expected to enable precision agriculture on a larger scale. The enhanced connectivity offered by 5G could support using drones, IoT sensors and automated machinery in rural areas, potentially increasing agricultural productivity and efficiency [55]. Furthermore, the low latency and high bandwidth of 5G could facilitate real-time monitoring and data analysis, allowing farmers to make more informed decisions about resource allocation, pest control, and crop management [56]. The manufacturing sector is another area poised for transformation since 5G NG RAN could facilitate the implementation of Industry 4.0 concepts in Brazilian factories, supporting the use of mobile assets, edge computing, and artificial intelligence [57]. The ultra-low latency and high reliability of 5G networks could enable real-time control of machinery, augmented reality applications for maintenance, and more efficient supply chain management, potentially boosting productivity and competitiveness in the global market. In Brazil, there was an expectation that the implementation of Industry 4.0 would be faster, which was not confirmed. The country is still struggling to adapt to Industry 3.0. Not only economic crises, but also factors such as lack of employee engagement, fear, and skepticism hinder the implementation process [58]. In the transportation sector, 5G NG RAN could enable the development of intelligent transportation systems, including autonomous vehicles, traffic management, and smart infrastructure [59]. In smart cities, 5G NG RAN could be crucial in improving urban infrastructure and services. The potential of 5G to support applications such as intelligent traffic management, efficient energy distribution, and improved public safety systems could lead to more livable and sustainable cities in Brazil [60]. These advancements could lead to cost \begin{table}
\begin{tabular}{c c c} \hline  & **2025** & **2030** \\ \hline
5G Mobiles & 36.2 million & 179 million \\ \hline
5G Adoption & 16\% & 77\% \\ \hline
5G Economic & US\$ 5 billion & US\$ 26 billion \\ Contribution & 0.3\% GDP & 1.2\% GDP \\ \hline
5G Coverage & 47\% & 84\% \\ \hline \end{tabular}
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Table 5: Brazil 5G forecast numbers [42]. savings for municipalities and improved quality of life for citizens, indirectly contributing to economic growth. The healthcare sector is another area where 5G NG RAN could have significant financial impacts. The potential of 5G to enable telemedicine applications, remote surgeries, and real-time patient monitoring [61]. These innovations could improve access to quality healthcare, including telediagnosis, and telehabilitation [62], especially in underserved rural areas, reducing costs and improving patient outcomes. In addition, 5G NG RAN could enable more efficient fleet management in the transportation and logistics sector. These advances could lead to reduced transportation costs and improved safety, which could have positive economic ripple effects in various industries relying on logistics. The financial services sector could also see significant changes by implementing 5G NG RAN. The high-speed, low-latency networks could support more secure and efficient mobile banking services and other financial applications, potentially increasing financial inclusion and economic activity. With network slicing, the technology enabled by the open RAN utilization, it is possible to configure different networks isolated from each other inside the same subsystem infrastructure.