Private 5G And Wi-Fi 7: Why Hybrid Wireless Is Becoming The New Enterprise Default
theCUBE research, December 10,2025
In a recent AnalystANGLE conversation, I spoke with engineering think tank and services firm STEP executives Ed Walton (CEO), Todd Kelly (CTO), and Bill Krutke (Solution Architect) about the real-world state of private 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and hybrid wireless environments.
The discussion traced the evolution of private 5G from early hype to practical deployments, examined how vendors such as Nokia, Ericsson, HPE, and Celona are reshaping the market, and showcased live use cases spanning the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, large construction sites, and healthcare systems. The central theme was clear: this is not a Wi-Fi versus 5G debate. The winning model is a hybrid wireless fabric that aligns the right connectivity with the right workflow, backed by strong management and observability.