Ericsson unveils its entitlement server solution for on-device eSIM subscription activation for smartphone – beginning with Samsung Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip, following the launch this past January of its eSIM solution. Not only do these eSIM solutions make the customer experience a better one, they deliver big value to both Ericsson and Samsung, especially as it relates to the success of 5G success as a global transformational technology. Here’s a deeper look at why these eSIM solutions matter, to both of these companies, and what I believe is next.
Nokia and Marvell Collaborate to Boost Nokia’s 5G Infrastructure Game
Nokia expands the range of ReefShark chipsets with Marvell, improving performance and decreasing the energy footprint of 5G networks.
Cisco Prepares Service Providers to Follow the 5G Money in the Cloud
Cisco announced a new lineup of cloud software and hardware solutions for mobile networks. 5G will lay the foundation for service providers to achieve profitability from their 5G infrastructure.
2020 Outlook: Operators Must Implement Hardware-to-Software (HW2SW) Transformation or Risk 5G Implosion
Futurum Research, in partnership with Intel, completed a global research study of 465 business and technology professionals helping to shape, implement, and support these initiatives to better comprehend the Hardware-to-Software (HW2SW) journeys service providers must undertake to successfully navigate digital transformation.
Intel is all in on 5G Networks
Intel is set to alter the competitive landscape with debut of new 5G infrastructure products including the Intel Atom P5900 platform, 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors, “Diamond Mesa”, Intel’s first next-generation structured ASIC for 5G network acceleration, and new Intel Ethernet 700 Series Network Adapter.
Ericsson Enlists AI to Galvanize Energy Infrastructure Operations
Ericsson’s AI-powered Energy Infrastructure Operations is blueprinted to decrease OPEX and CO2 emissions for operators using AI and data analytics to improve energy efficiency and improve site availability.
Ribbon’s New CEO is the Right Fit to Expand Sales Capabilities and Pilot ECI Integration
With the appointment of new CEO and President Bruce McClelland and the onboarding of Krish Prabhu and Stewart Ewing to the Board of Directors, Ribbon’s competitive prospects brighten, especially toward assimilating the ECI acquisition into its portfolio and culture and bolstering the company’s sales resources for pursuing burgeoning 5G business prospects.
T-Mobile Sprint Deal Wins Merger Approval — Wreaking Competitive Havoc is Next Up
The T-Mobile Sprint deal wins merger approval, and no doubt wreaking competitive havoc is on the agenda for the new entity, called The New T-Mobile. That said, there’s more ahead than just shaking up the mobile carrier space. Here’s my perspective on the merger and the various 5G benefit claims made by The New T-Mobile, along with what’s likely ahead for cable operators. There are also some concerns that loom ahead, including delivering on the promised benefits, legal approval of the Dish Network settlement, and securing approval from the California Public Utility Commission.
Nokia Network Operations Master Launches — Designed to Spur Automation of 5G Network Ops
Nokia announced the launch of its Network Operations Master to provide CSPs with highly automated and scalable software for managing their 5G networks. This is key, as CSPs will require an intelligent management system as 5G adds new layers of technical complexity. Here is a closer look at Nokia’s Network Operations Master, along with my thoughts on why this is not only important, but also what Nokia should do moving forward to further differentiate its Network Operations Master offering.
Ribbon’s EdgeMarc 6000 Smartens the Operator and Enterprise Edge
Ribbon’s EdgeMarc 6000 smartens the operator and enterprise edge and boosts Ribbon’s overall competitiveness. Ribbons’ edge portfolio puts increased pressure on SBC platform rivals such as Cisco, Oracle, Metaswitch, Huawei, and Ericsson to show their ability to diversify their portfolios to meet the intelligent edge demands of customers in both the operator and enterprise spaces.