6. About the author

Caroline Gabriel (Principal Analyst) leads Analysys Mason’s wireless research. She contributes to our Next-Generation Wireless Networks, Operator Investment Strategies and Spectrum research programmes and works directly with our research clients to advise them on wireless network trends and market developments. She has been engaged in technology analysis, research and consulting for 30 years, and has focused entirely on mobile and wireless since 2002.

As co-founder and research director of Rethink Technology Research, Caroline developed a research base and forecast methodology based around deep contacts with mobile and converged operators worldwide. Her focus is on critical issues and trends related to mobile and wireless infrastructure, particularly operator deployment intentions for 4G, 5G, cloud-RAN and other technologies.

She has led research and consulting projects with a wide range of clients, including mobile infrastructure vendors, large and start-up operators, regulators, trade bodies, government agencies and financial institutions.

Prior to setting up Rethink, Caroline held various executive positions at VNU Business Publishing, then Europe's largest producer of technology-related B2B reports and publications. She holds an MA from the University of Oxford.

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