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TRA Bahrain set out to conduct a spectrum review with the aim of assessing likely spectrum requirements to support the explosion in mobile broadband usage up to and beyond 2020. The review, conducted with representative government departments and mobile network operators, was also tasked with deciding how to meet these requirements. Goals For those in attendance to have a firm comprehension of the demands made upon the radio spectrum. To assist with the planning of the release of the spectrum required for future mobile broadband requirements. Approach Wray Castle worked closely with TRA to design and deliver a combined briefing...

In 2012 global tech leader Vodafone set out to build functional technical capabilities across 22 markets, centralising training, career development and best practice in the process. The solution was the Vodafone Technology Academy, offering online resources and live virtual training to an audience of over 28,000 employees. Goals To build functional technical capabilities on a global scale whilst centralising training, career development and best practice. Approach Wray Castle worked with key stakeholders to design, build and implement a platform to Vodafone's strategic requirements. A dedicated onsite Service Delivery Manager provided a thin layer of management for all service elements. A...

Working with Police Forces in the UK, Wray Castle designed a foundation week long training course addressing the network architectures and procedures of cellular radio systems. The course included tailored practical exercises on equipment used in the field relevant to each Police Force. Goals To enable analysts to fully comprehend data from kit used in the field. To supplement the understanding of the parameters and options available. To empower delegates to speak confidently about equipment and technologies when in conversation with network operators and equipment manufacturers. Approach Attendance at a number of national steering group meetings to discuss the training...

Wray Castle has been a trusted supplier of radio communications training to the UK spectrum administration authorities for over 20 years, training both technical and non-technical staff through standalone courses and structured training programmes. Goals To enable non-technical staff to understand the technical possibilities and limitations of radio spectrum. To help the engineers looking at interference investigation and spectrum monitoring to build upon and maintain their knowledge of radio principles and technologies. Approach Working closely with senior management from Ofcom, Wray Castle designed and delivered various seminars, training courses and workshops relevant to particular disciplines and to the depth required...

Now in its third consecutive year, Wray Castle has been delivering Internet Protocol (IP) training to Eir engineers and those in business functions through the School of IP training programme. Goals Eir identified major deficiencies in the field of IP throughout the business and set out to undergo an ‘IP transformation’ across the whole organisation. Approach A team from Wray Castle visited Eir, speaking with managers over several days to assess training needs throughout the organisation. Wray Castle designed a three tier training programme with relevance to all employees, certified across three levels – Level1 basic, Level2 advanced and Level3...

Wray Castle delivers one to one training to senior management staff on behalf of the major network providers in the UK. This type of training suits senior executives joining a telecommunications provider from another industry sector where an accelerated learning experience is required, as well as practiced engineers moving into new areas. Goal To discuss telecommunication technologies and enhance awareness of industry trends to assist with strategic decision making. Approach Wray Castle work with individuals to define their training objectives, resulting in either one or a series of training sessions. Wray Castle employs technology experts with real industry experience, tailoring...