Ensuring SMS Continuity for IoT After 2G/3G Shutdown

A GSMA 5G IoT Community Whitepaper on Safeguarding IoT Connectivity in the LTE Era

As mobile operators retire 2G and 3G networks globally, millions of IoT devices that rely on SMS are at risk of communication failure. This whitepaper explores how to maintain SMS service continuity for IoT in the LTE, NB-IoT, and LTE-M environment, helping mobile operators and partners prevent disruption.

What You’ll Learn

• The impact of the 2G/3G Shutdown on SMS-based IoT devices
• Risks to critical applications like smart metering, logistics, and security
• Strategies for IoT SMS continuity using NB-IoT and LTE-M
• How to manage roaming and interoperability post-sunset
• A roadmap to future-proof your IoT network strategy

Why This Matters

With 2G and 3G sunsets accelerating, SMS fallback for IoT is no longer guaranteed. Proactive steps are essential to avoid service disruptions and ensure reliable IoT connectivity in LTE era.

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Get the expert guidance you need to protect IoT connectivity as legacy networks are phased out.