Assistance in the implementation of spectrum management and monitoring system

This project aims to assist countries that may face challenges in effectively managing spectrum due to having limited resources such as computer-aided spectrum management system, spectrum monitoring system and human capacity.  To address these challenges, activities will be carried out to introduce a spectrum monitoring system, which is inevitable in spectrum management, as well as to deploy an up-to-date Spectrum Management System for Developing Countries (SMS4DC) software. This project will also provide an easy-to-use user manual for system operators and regulators to fully utilize the SMS4DC, organize workshops, and make available EMF-related measurement results and other information, which are key, as recent wireless communications and applications such as IMT2020 (5G) expand spectrum usage to higher frequency bands.

This project supports developing countries in upgrading and utilizing the SMS4DC spectrum management system, providing user-friendly manuals, training for system administrators, and guidance on designing spectrum monitoring systems and establishing EMF regulations. Key outcomes include successful d eployment of SMS4DC in at least three countries, updated system manuals, training of over forty system administrators, organization of workshops and symposia to raise awareness of spectrum management and EMF issues, and the provision of design assistance for radio monitoring systems, though uptake of this last activity was limited due to low regional demand.