Cellular-enabled products face a higher bar for global certification. Unlike traditional Short Range devices, these products trigger additional scrutiny especially around TAC registration, IMEI traceability, and emerging data tracking laws. With each country setting its own rules, manufacturers must navigate a patchwork of requirements that are complex, region-specific, and often inflexible. Overlooking just one detail…
Brazil is one of Latin America’s largest and most regulated markets for telecommunication and electronic devices. Manufacturers seeking entry must comply with strict technical, safety, and quality standards set by government regulatory bodies. The main certification authority for telecommunication devices in Brazil is ANATEL (National Telecommunications Agency). ANATEL certification is mandatory for telecommunications and wireless…
When it comes to global product certification, the smallest inconsistencies can lead to the biggest delays. Many manufacturers assume that FCC or CE test reports, a familiar model name, or a similarity declaration will suffice across borders, but that assumption can be costly. From country-specific test report validity rules to model name mismatches and restrictive…
The shutdown of 3G networks, and in some cases 2G, has been in the works for quite some time. Around the globe, mobile network operators have either already retired these legacy technologies or are in the process of doing so. For years, newer technologies coexisted alongside older ones, but maintaining these aging networks has become…
Mexico, the 15th largest economy in the world with a GDP of approximately $1.26 trillion in 2023, presents a significant opportunity for manufacturers seeking market entry. Its dynamic economic landscape offers a range of benefits for certifying products, but navigating the regulatory framework can be challenging. Mexico’s certification process is complex, involving rigorous standards enforced…
Saudi Arabia continues to make strides in improving its wireless technology landscape as part of its Vision 2030 plan, a blueprint for economic and societal transformation. Central to these advancements is the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the telecommunications, space, and technology sectors within the Kingdom. Through its…
As more countries around the world advance, Wi-Fi 6 and its extension, Wi-Fi 6E, are at the front of improving connectivity and bandwidth. Over the past two years, the global landscape for Wi-Fi 6 and 6E has evolved significantly, with numerous countries either adopting or considering these technologies. The Global Expansion of Wi-Fi 6E Wi-Fi…
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