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Kosei Takiishi

Sr Director Analyst

Kosei Takiishi is a Senior Director Analyst in Gartner's CIO & Industries Research organization. He focuses on the Communications Service Provider (CSP) industry and specializes in researching CSP network infrastructure technologies, strategy, and priorities for CSP executives such as CIOs, CTOs, and CTIOs. His coverage spans various areas, including technology strategy for CSPs (4G/5G/6G/Open RAN/vRAN/cloud RAN), modernization of CSP network infrastructure, and enterprise business monetization including private 4G and 5G. His research and advice are geared towards identifying and applying technologies, products, and practices to drive network modernization, enhance competitiveness, and facilitate digital transformation.

Previous experience

Before joining Gartner, Mr. Takiishi was a Senior Engineer responsible for mobile device development and frequency strategy at NTT Docomo. Prior to that, he was in the company's global business division to launch international roaming services (LTE, Wi-Fi, M2M) and contribute to GSMA standardization activities. He also worked as a researcher in NTT Docomo's laboratory to develop radio propagation algorithms, M2M and positioning systems.

Professional background

NTT Docomo, Senior Engineer, 13 years

Areas of coverage
  • Communications Industry Technology Insights

  • Technology Market Essentials

  • Create Tech Solutions for the Communications Industry

Education

B.E., Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Tokyo Institute of Technology

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Top Issues That I Help Clients Address

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Mobile infrastructure (LTE/4G/5G/6G) and network virtualization and cloudification including Open RAN, vRAN, and cloud RAN

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Radio frequency strategy for mobile communications

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Technical impact assessment of wireless innovations

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M2M/IoT connectivity, including low power wide area (LPWA) networks

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5G monetization and business case development