Ericsson has officially announced the launch of seven 5G Advanced software products designed to empower CSPs with high-performing programmable networks.
According to certain reports, all these products are made to be capable of elevating performance, enhancing user experience, and driving operational efficiency across sensitive environments like defense, public sector, and beyond.
More on the same would reveal how Ericsson 5G Advanced brings forth new radio access network (RAN) software capabilities that promise to significantly boost performance, and at the same time, develop programmable networks which can install substantial value across the overall connectivity. In essence, the stated capabilities are based on open network architectures, AI and automation, and intent-driven networks. Hence, they are able to simplify the very process of measuring and matching different performance levels to service-level agreements (SLAs), and therefore, help the network meet its presented objectives.
Another detail worth a mention here is how Ericsson’s suite of 5G Advanced software solutions includes transformative technologies like AI-powered RAN, which uses artificial intelligence and automation for real-time data processing and intelligent decision-making. Furthermore, it includes Intent-driven networks that allow CSPs to simply state their objectives while the RAN handles complex processes and actions.
It also packs together Service-aware RAN, a technology which can adapt to various connectivity needs, ensuring real-time adjustments and observability to meet service requirements and proof of delivery.
“Our customers have invested significantly in building 5G networks across the globe, and now around 50 percent of the world’s mobile 5G traffic outside China is carried over Ericsson-powered networks. With our 5G Advanced software, we are empowering service providers to move more rapidly towards high-performing programmable networks and achieve their business objectives. By leveraging these new software products, we are not only raising the bar on connectivity but also paving the way for innovative applications and services that will transform industries and improve lives around the world,” said Mårten Lerner, Head of Product Area Networks at Ericsson
Turning our attention towards the seven new products, they begin with real-time AI-powered automation. This facility basically makes it possible for CSPs to scale network automation even in complex scenarios, On top of that, the feature draws from AI and real-time coordination with RAN features to achieve maximum network performance and efficiency.
Then, there is capability focused on outdoor positioning, a facility which has its purpose rooted in helping CSPs and enterprises introduce location-based services with or without GPS support on the 5G standalone architecture. Ericsson also took this opportunity to introduce mission critical services that will allow users to support new sectors requiring high resilience under heavy load and have specific needs for service continuity in public safety, defense, first responders, and railways etc.
Among other things, the solution in question packs together RAN differentiated connectivity that guides CSPs in taking advantage of the network’s ability to ensure SLA compliance for various and multiple services simultaneously. One of Ericsson’s new solutions also leverages automation to optimize energy performance and lower operational expenses. This it does by banking upon a whole new set of innovations and advanced performance features that already enable greater coverage and capacity in the most traffic-loaded scenarios, as well as improve upon customer loyalty using an exceptional experience for flagship devices.
Rounding up highlights would be a solution focused on enhancing battery performance. The stated solution markedly gives CSPs a chance to enhance the battery performance of any 5G device, including smartphones, wearables and AR/VR glasses with intelligent network features that save battery power.
“Communications service providers are keen to monetize their 5G investments. However, new revenues will stem from new services which, in turn, require more advanced network capabilities. Ericsson’s 5G Advanced software products such as Outdoor Positioning and Mission Critical services provide these revenue-generating capabilities. Additionally, the software offers solutions that enhance user experience and reduce costs through Premium Network Performance and Real-time AI-powered automation. Given their focus on optimizing resources, service providers must prioritize network features that support their business objectives,” said Rémy Pascal, Senior Research Manager Mobile Infrastructure, Omdia
