Alef and Casa Systems Join Forces to Unlock Opportunity for Mobile Private Networks
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The partnership between Alef and Casa Systems signifies a strategic move in the telecommunications sector, particularly for the deployment of Mobile Private Networks (MPNs). The collaboration is aimed at addressing the current limitations of MPNs by offering a solution that is more aligned with enterprise IT requirements. The emphasis on a lightweight, scalable and IT-integrated MPN solution could potentially disrupt the market by making 5G technology more accessible and practical for enterprise use.
From a technical perspective, the integration of Casa's cloud-native 5G Expansion Suite with Alef's enterprise-focused authentication and policy management is noteworthy. This hybrid approach could help overcome the traditionally high costs and inflexibility of MPNs by leveraging cloud-native technologies for scalability and cost efficiency. Furthermore, the focus on data residency and sovereignty is particularly relevant in today's market, where data privacy regulations are becoming increasingly stringent.
With the GSMA's projection of a $109.4 billion revenue opportunity for 5G MPNs by 2030, the market potential for Alef and Casa's solution is significant. The ability to offer a cost-effective and enterprise-friendly MPN solution could accelerate adoption among businesses, which have been hesitant to deploy MPNs due to cost and complexity concerns. The ease of management and deployment, akin to Wi-Fi networks, could be a game-changer for enterprises looking to leverage 5G for use cases such as AR/VR training, supply chain management and mission-critical communications.
The enterprise sector's scaled adoption of this solution could lead to increased demand for 5G infrastructure and services, potentially impacting the stock performance of companies involved in the 5G supply chain. Stakeholders should monitor the adoption rate post-launch to gauge the long-term impact on the market.
The integration of advanced security and policy management into the MPN solution addresses a critical aspect of enterprise connectivity—cybersecurity. With enterprises increasingly concerned about data breaches and cyber threats, a solution that offers robust security features while simplifying policy management could be highly attractive. The single pane management and visibility feature is particularly important, as it allows for better control and monitoring of network activities, potentially reducing the risk of security incidents.
The focus on authentication and authorization policies within the MPN solution could also resonate with enterprises that are subject to regulatory compliance requirements. By ensuring that data residency and sovereignty needs are met, Alef and Casa are positioning their solution as not only technologically advanced but also compliant with evolving legal frameworks.
Tight Integration of Capabilities Ushers in New Era of Simple, Cost-Effective MPN with Enterprise-Friendly Authentication, Security and Policy Management
NEW YORK and ANDOVER, Mass., Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alef, a leader in mobile connectivity solutions, and Casa Systems, provider of cloud-native network solutions serving communications services providers (CSPs) worldwide, have partnered to introduce a groundbreaking Mobile Private Network (MPN) solution. This innovative collaboration delivers CSPs a redefining MPN solution to drive scaled adoption throughout the enterprise sector.
Out with the Old: Overcoming Traditional MPN Challenges
The GSMA recently estimated that 5G MPNs represent a
The Alef-Casa solution eliminates legacy challenges and embraces individualized enterprise requirements. The solution also combines Casa's cloud-native 5G Expansion Suite, a 5G standalone (SA)-compliant solution that complements the CSP’s existing core network, with Alef’s authentication, authorization policy, and management capabilities. The result is a cost-effective enterprise MPN solution that addresses data residency/sovereignty and IT policy management needs while providing all the advantages of 5G mobile connectivity with the management simplicity of a Wi-Fi network.
Colin Kincaid, CPO of Casa Systems, said, "By integrating Alef’s enterprise-centric authentication, authorization policy, and management with Casa’s cloud-native 5G Expansion Suite and in-building radio access products, we can deliver a differentiated mobile connectivity solution that works seamlessly with enterprise network authentication and policy frameworks–all with the deployment and management simplicity of Wi-Fi."
In with the New: Addressing Carriers' Needs
The collaboration between Alef and Casa introduces crucial capabilities for fulfilling the MPN vision:
- Lightweight Distributed Core: Low footprint across enterprise applications
- Horizontal Scalability: Extending seamlessly across enterprises and enterprise locations as a SaaS-based solution
- Dynamic Network Services: Providing dedicated bandwidth as needed
- Integration with Enterprise IT: Fully incorporating mobile radio advantages into the existing IT environment
- Policy Control: Extending unified policy, identity, and integrated security
- Single Pane Management and Visibility: For ease of operations
Mike Mulica, CEO of Alef, noted, "Together with Casa Systems, we are unlocking the opportunity for mobile carriers to deliver their enterprise customers a fully IT-native enterprise MPN solution."
Alef and Casa’s combined solution enables carriers to lead the charge into the enterprise, reshaping the landscape for businesses and propelling the industry toward a future where connectivity can be customized to meet the unique profile needs of each commercial customer.
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About Alef
Alef stands as the only mobile connectivity SaaS platform company empowering enterprises and developers with the independence to create, customize, and control their private network infrastructure. With a focus on simple and secure integration, rapid deployment, and unmatched performance and economics, Alef's solution, leveraging the power of APIs, revolutionizes the way enterprises leverage mobility for productivity, closing the digital divide, and delivering new learning experiences. To learn more about Alef, please visit https://www.alefedge.com.
About Casa Systems
Casa Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CASA) is a next-gen technology leader that supports mobile, cable, and wireline communications services providers with market leading solutions. Casa’s virtualized and cloud-native software solutions modernize operators’ network architectures, expand the range of services they can offer their consumer and commercial customers, accelerate time to revenue, and reduce the TCO of their network infrastructure and operations. Casa’s suite of open, cloud-native network solutions unlocks new ways for service providers to quickly build flexible networks and service offerings that maximize revenue-generating capabilities. Commercially deployed in more than 70 countries, Casa Systems serves over 475 Tier 1 and regional service providers worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.casa-systems.com/
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