Transforming the Transportation Ecosystem in Dubai through the Implementation of 5G Technology
Posted: January 4th, 2023
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Transforming the Transportation Ecosystem in Dubai through the Implementation of 5G Technology
The research is a research conceptual framework and a conceptual model development. The presentation gives information about the outline utilized for the model, and the descriptions of operational concepts utilized for the research. The conceptual further offers an in-depth narration on how to create a suitable hypothesis for the completion of the research. The framework gives an entire overview of the project thereby allowing one to make a quick judgement about the proposal.
Conceptual Framework and Model
Aims and Objectives
The aims and objectives of the study have been generated based on the understanding of the topic. The researchers will rely on the aims and objectives to identify whether the study is achieving its goals, and to give guidelines on what needs to happen. All the aims and objectives are related to how 5G technology will change transportation in Dubai.
Research Aims
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| No. | Aims |
| 1.1 | To establish how 5G technology can be utilized to advance transport system in Dubai. |
| 1.2 | The study will suggest a framework that will highlight the main benefits of 5G and guidelines to be utilized by practitioners to change transport system in the target city. |
Research Objectives
| No. | Objectives |
| 1.1 | Scrutinize literature and identify how the 5G technology will benefit the transportation sector in Dubai. |
| 1.2 | Determine the impact of 5G on the transport sector in Dubai. |
| 1.3 | Identifying ways of overcoming the challenges associated with 5G application in Dubai. |
| 1.4 | Come up with strategic guidelines to change Dubai’s transport system. |
| 1.5 | Develop a structure that will constitute of the merits of 5G and guidelines that can be utilized by practitioners to change the transportation system. |
Research Questions
The research questions acquired from the study’s objectives enable the researcher to handle the topic with much detail. Ensuring that the study answers all questions will improve the influence the study has on the researchers and practitioners. Furthermore, the research questions make it easy to present information in an orderly manner, which offers the chance to understand the attempts by Dubai to improve its transportation system.
| No. | Research Questions |
| 1.1 | What are the merits of using 5G technology on transportation in Dubai? |
| 1.2 | What are the effects of 5G technology in Dubai’s transportation sector? |
| 1.3 | What are the main challenges in Dubai regarding the implementation of 5G and what can happen to mitigate the constraints? |
| 1.4 | What strategic guidelines can be put in place to transform the transportation system in Dubai? |
| 1.5 | How would the implementation of 5G technologies in Dubai change the means of transportation by suggesting a suitable structure? |
Significance
The significance of the study tells why it important to perform the research, as well as informs about the possible merits of successfully implementing 5G. Knowing that performing the research has much significance will encourage all parties to take active roles to achieve the study’s goals and objectives.
| No. | Description | References |
| 1.1 | The research highlights the merits that Dubai gets from the development of 5G, and it advances the entire structure. | |
| 1.2 | The study shall present the new progressed mobility solution for Dubai’s transportation system. | Ahmed, 2019 |
| 1.3 | The study shall offer more private firms the chance to contribute towards developing the transportation system in Dubai. The government already welcomes and supports such joint efforts. | |
| 1.4 | The new technology shall offer guidance to some of the local companies that are already using advanced technology in the production of cars. | Ahmed, 2019 |
| 1.5 | Investing on advanced technology shall play significant roles in improving the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and internet of things (IoT). | Lohmar et al., 2019 |
| 1.6 | Launching and applying 5G will impact positively on various sectors such as the transportation, education, energy, infrastructure and many others. | Rasheed, 2018 |
| 1.7 | The new technology will increase the speed and efficiency of digital services and boost the performance of smart objects. | |
| 1.8 | The technology will increase as well as help to manage the risk of cybercrime. | Sharma, 2019 |
Research Methodology
The researchers must employ a research methodology that will make it possible to arrive at the desired conclusion. The researchers must be keen while completing the research methodology to be able to gather useful information that would benefit all parties.
| No. | Process |
| 1.1 | Sample size – The study will incorporate 70 buyers from the entire Dubai population. |
| 1.2 | Sampling method – The research will employ random sampling to give every customer an equal chance to participate. |
| 1.3 | Data collection – The study will gather data through questionnaires uploaded on Google Forms. |
| 1.4 | Data analysis – The researchers will utilize SPSS and graphical representation to analyze data. |
Novelty and Contribution
Many researchers work hard to find possible solutions to the transportation challenges in Dubai, which is one of the fast developing areas globally. Fortunately, the state has come in to facilitate the installation of the 5G technology in major institutions with the objective of making Dubai more appealing to its local dwellers and international visitors. All investors hope that the 5G technology will boost transportation systems in the Emirate.
| No. | Contributions | References |
| 1.1 | Travelling has become rampant in Dubai with many local citizens moving in their private vehicles. | Tesorero, 2016 |
| 1.2 | The cost of travelling is becoming costlier due to escalating fuel prices and traffic jams. | |
| 1.3 | The increased jams affect the environment and cause severe health repercussions. | |
| 1.4 | Improving transportation in Dubai will simplify movement from one place to the other, which will impact on various industries. | |
| 1.5 | The study will give complete information concerning innovative solutions and form understanding related to 5G as it transforms operations in all sectors. |
Research Scope
The study focuses on a large area because the transportation system in Dubai is becoming more complex and receives more attention from the government. The study must consider how to tackle the emerging constraints that can derail the implementation of the 5G technology.
Research Limitations
The researchers will have to consider the possible limitations of the study and assess how to overcome factors that could affect the outcome.
| No. | Limitations |
| 1.1 | The cost and time for conducting the study are limited. |
| 1.2 | Limitation of qualitative data in the performance of interviews. |
| 1.3 | The study is curried in the UAE and cannot be applied to other cities. |
| 1.4 | The research pays attention to the transport sector, which restricts it from being applied in other sectors. |
Research Outline
The study shall fall into five different chapters as outlined in the table below;
| No. | Chapter |
| 1.1 | Chapter One – It is the most essential because it captures areas such as background, problem, research significance, and contribution among other important aspects. |
| 1.2 | Chapter Two – The researchers consider the viewpoints of past studies in the area, and the chapter allows the surveyors to identify areas that require improvement. |
| 1.3 | Chapter Three – The researchers highlight the data that they collect at this chapter. |
| 1.4 | Chapter Four – The chapter analyzes the collected data and serves as the most important chapter because it contains the findings of the generated data. |
| 1.5 | Chapter Five – The entire research is carried out at this phase and will outline whether the objectives are achieved. |
Chapter 2: Theoretical Background
Introduction
The chapter pays attention to the studies performed by others to acquire more insight on how 5G technologies transforms operations and enhances connectivity.
Transportation Problem in the World
Dubai faces considerable challenges in its transportation system because of the escalating number of cars on the roads. The UAE has applied some interventions similar to other nations, but it appears some strategies are not working, which require the application of more superior techniques. Dubai should follow the suit of other developed countries that are already using smart technology.
| No. | Problem | Initiatives by UAE | Initiatives by other States | Possible Remedies | References |
| 2.1 | More people are acquiring vehicles. | The government develops rules and regulations to control traffic. | Developed nations such as South Korea, the United States, the UK, Japan, Singapore, and Australia are using transportation system (ITS). | CCTV cameras | Rizvi, 2019 Ahmed, 2019 Maceda, 2018 Tesorero, 2016 |
| 2.2 | It takes a lot of time to get parking due to congestion. | CCTV cameras | Driverless cars | ||
| 2.3 | Climatic concerns are escalating. | Structure for embracing smart technology. | Smart technology such as ITS. | ||
| 2.4 | Security concerns such as terrorism are emerging. | Partnerships |
The Transport System in Dubai
Dubai has a developed transportation system because it is one of the most developed places in the world. The government continually improves the various forms and modes of transportation with the objective of attracting more visitors, easing transportation, and making Dubai one of the leading nations in terms of using technology to improve the transportation system. The government wants to satisfy the expectation of the millions of tourists who visit the city annually in terms of effective forms of transportation. The RTA (Road & Transport Authority) continues to work closely with the federal government to regulate transportation systems across the country, and to facilitate easy flow of people and goods from one place to the other.
| No. | Transportation System | Effects on Transportation | References |
| 2.1 | The Dubai metro is one of the developed globally. The lines intersect at the Union Square. | Allows for quick movement of many people. | Rivzi, 2019 |
| 2.2 | Personal vehicles. | Creates traffic jams but are convenient for moving across the city. | |
| 2.3 | Taxis provide a quick alternative to move from one place to the other. Water taxis are costly and not everyone can afford them. | The taxis are also cheap and reliable. The RTA regulates their operations so some offer quality services. | bai Transport, 2020 |
| 2.4 | Buses play important functions in connecting one place to the other. | Support long-distance travelling. |
Transportation and Ecosystem
The Dubai government understands the effects the increased number of vehicles has on the ecosystem and it is one of the major reasons why it plans to come up with a smart system. Developing a transportation system that does not affect the environment requires increased investment in modern technology, which is considerably costly. Businesses are also reacting to the concerns that unregulated forms of transportation affect the ecosystem and are creating proper models that are also influencing public transportation. State officials in Dubai perceive such models to be appropriate in creating a transportation system where people move around without much challenge.
Dubai and Technology Development
The stakeholders in Dubai focus on improving technology because this is what appears to drive competitiveness at the global scale. The state already runs several projects with the objective of improving technology use in the city and the whole of the UAE. The fact that Dubai is an emerging market in the UAE and technology is becoming a vital component in daily activities. All these initiatives contribute towards making Dubai one of the leading technology hubs in the world.
| No. | Technology Development | References |
| 2.1 | The government and key stakeholders have developed the communication system, which makes it easy to connect across systems. | Asher et al., 2018 Maceda, 2018 Rizvi, 2019 Al-Ansari et al., 2013 |
| 2.2 | The government puts considerable emphasis on developing the smart city. | |
| 2.3 | The government is committed to develop a digitized and wireless society. | |
| 2.4 | The government is committed to achieve sustainable development while working to reduce emission of greenhouse gasses. The state is championing the use of solar panels to lower harmful emissions. | |
| 2.5 | The government is increasing investment in cloud computing, which makes it easy to capture and store a lot of information from various key areas in the government. |
Differences between Past Technologies and 5G
The 5G technology is different from past technologies in the way it uses wireless structures to enhance the entire communication system. The new technology shall promote increased speed, and will consume less power compared with the 4G technology.
| No. | Comparison with Past Technology | References |
| 2.1 | 5G is faster than 4G. | Asher et al., 2018 Ahmed, 2019 Campanaro, 2018 Maceda, 2018 |
| 2.2 | 5G devices are smaller in size and do not consume much power. | |
| 2.3 | 5G improve network operations than older forms such as 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G. | |
| 2.4 | 5G will improve connectivity and enhance virtual reality services. |
5G Technology and Strategic Guidelines
The 5G technology may create significant transformations globally on various industries. The communication sector is likely to witness the most transformations and development.
5G technology and its Advantages
The 5G technology is perceived to be an advanced innovation that is receiving the attention of many players globally. Since its introduction by the AT&T Company it has been found that it has numerous benefits.
Vehicle 2 Vehicle (V2V)
The 5G technology will make it possible to generate direct interaction from vehicle to vehicle, which shall enhance communication without causing confusion with third networks.
Vehicle to Infrastructure (V2I)
The 5G technology will play essential functions in easing interaction between cars and transport infrastructure such as cameras, drones, lights, and other components that monitor flow of traffic.
Multimodal Transportation
The idea of multimodal transportation is to incorporate the transportation system with the aid of an innovative journey.
Technology Acceptance Model
The TAM (technology acceptance model) allows people to embrace the use of technology efficiently. It mainly focuses on the users’ behavior and intention towards a particular technology.
Diffusion of innovation
The diffusion of innovation theory is an important aspect while applying new technology because it gives insight into the consumer about the preferences regarding particular services, goods, and products.
Smart City Transport Infrastructure
The UAE is focused on developing smart cities and hopes to utilize 5G technology in developing the city. The smart city requires the application of advanced communication structures and all parties are looking forward to see how the new technology will influence production.
Role of the Government in Implementation of 5G
The federal and local governments in the UAE are committed to improving the state of transportation in the country using 5G technology. Already, the government has entered into numerous contracts with the hope of improving operations in the target areas.
Expectation of Management from 5G Technology in Dubai
The authorities in Dubai have tested the 5G technology and have realized that the technology has the potential to transform transportation practices in the city and the whole of the UAE. Consequently, the management hopes to engage in a number of initiatives as a way of installing the technology.
Challenges during the Implementation of 5G Technology
The team in charge of the installation process should watch out for some of the possible limitations that could make the implementation process difficult. The stakeholders should work together towards identifying the loopholes and instituting proper measures to prevent adverse eventualities.
Impact of 5G on the Transport of Dubai
Implementing 5G will have significant impact in the functioning of the transportation system in Dubai. The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority and Etisalat have entered into a deal with the motive of improving the use of technology to facilitate the transport system through the installation of IoT.
Socio-economic Benefits of using 5g in the Transportation Industry
Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology
The unified theory is utilized to give guidance on the acceptance of technology and permits the management to acquire insight into user acceptance of IT. The design helps to understand the users’ view and intention towards the use of the technology.
5G Technology
Mobile networks today serve more than communication services in the way they increase the working productivity and output.
| No. | 5G Technology | References |
| 2.1 | Advance work productivity. | Fulton, 2018 |
| 2.2 | Help perform business across the globe. | |
| 2.3 | Facilitates financial transactions. |
Socio-economic Advantages of 5G
The networks that function so fast will enable users to enjoy cloud connectivity, which will lower reliance on cable networks. Implementing 5G will help to increase autonomy as well as mobility, and will make it easier to manage road accidents.
| No. | Socio-economic Benefits | Asher et al., 2018 |
| 2.1 | Developing the system will increase qualitative impacts of transportation. | |
| 2.2 | Will increase autonomy and mobility. | |
| 2.3 | Advancements will regulate environmental pollution. | |
| 2.4 | Road accidents will reduce. | |
| 2.5 | 5G will make public transport more reliable and efficient. |
Empirical Studies
The transportation system in the UAE is developed, but the country is focused on fully installing self-driving vehicles and to improve other systems to make the region a leading financial and tourism hub.
Summary
The conceptual framework informs how the government of Dubai can use 5G to improve the transportation system in the country. It shows that successful implementation of the technology will ease some of the challenges that hamper smooth flow of automobiles from one point to the other. Applying 5G will allow Dubai to compete with some of the developed nations that are already using sophisticated systems to improve transportation.
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