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ArticleHeliyon2024

Application of the full consistency method (FUCOM) - Cosine similarity framework in 5G infrastructure investment planning: An approach for telecommunication quality improvements.

Sadrettin Çodur, Burak Erkayman, Saliha Sezgin Alp, Omar Özenir, Dragan Pamucar, Gökhan Yıldız, Ali Gemalmaz, Arsal Dikel, Vladimir Simic, Hamza Akın and 3 more

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Article in Heliyon, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Sadrettin ÇodurAraklı Ali Cevat Ozyurt Vocational School, Karadeniz Technical University, 61080, Trabzon, Turkey.
Burak ErkaymanDepartment of Industrial Engineering, Ataturk University, 25240, Erzurum, Turkey.
Saliha Sezgin AlpTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Omar ÖzenirTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Dragan PamucarDepartment of Logistics, Military Academy, University of Defence in Belgrade, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia.
Gökhan YıldızTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Ali GemalmazTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Arsal DikelTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Vladimir SimicFaculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering, University of Belgrade, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia.
Hamza AkınTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Yüksel YılmazTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Yeşim TürkTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Semih AktaşTurkcell Technology Next Generation R&D Department, Istanbul, Turkey.

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Abstract

In the rapidly evolving telecommunications landscape, the shift towards advanced communication technologies marks a critical milestone. This transition promises to revolutionize connectivity by enabling seamless data downloads, high-quality video streaming, and instant access to applications. However, adapting to these advanced technologies poses significant challenges for infrastructure expansion, requiring innovative investment and deployment strategies. These strategies aim not only to enhance service quality but also to ensure extensive network coverage. To address the need for systematic planning in infrastructure investment, this paper presents a novel methodology that combines the Full Consistency Method (FUCOM) with cosine similarity analysis. This integrated approach effectively prioritizes service areas for the deployment of 5G technology, emphasizing the importance of detailed planning in mobile strategy development. By leveraging FUCOM to determine the weights of various criteria and employing cosine similarity analysis to rank service areas, the methodology facilitates efficient resource allocation and service quality enhancements. Empirical validation using real data from a Turkish telecommunications company confirmed the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm. The results indicate that this integrated approach can significantly advance the telecommunications industry by providing essential insights for companies seeking to improve service quality amidst the transition to 5G and beyond. The successful implementation of the proposed algorithm demonstrates its effectiveness in addressing the challenges faced by telecommunications companies and underscores the importance of a data-driven approach in strategic decision-making and resource allocation. Furthermore, the findings suggest that the integrated FUCOM and cosine similarity analysis approach can offer a valuable tool for telecommunications companies worldwide, offering a systematic method for prioritizing infrastructure investments and enhancing network performance.

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5G technologyCosine similarityData-driven decision makingFull consistency method (FUCOM)Network planningNext-generation networksStrategic planningTelecommunications infrastructure

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PMID38765168
PMCPMC11101766

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