Ericsson targets high-performing programmable networks with new 5G Advanced software
Ericsson announces seven new 5G Advanced software products designed to enhance network performance and drive revenue growth for communications service providers (CSPs). The suite includes transformative technologies like AI-powered RAN, intent-driven networks, and Service-aware RAN. Key products include Real-time AI-powered automation, Outdoor Positioning, Mission Critical Services, RAN Differentiated Connectivity, Energy Efficiency Management, Premium Network Performance, and Device Battery Performance. These innovations will be commercially available between Q3 2024 and Q1 2025, compatible with Open RAN, Cloud RAN, and purpose-built RAN systems.
Ericsson annuncia sette nuovi prodotti software 5G Advanced progettati per migliorare le prestazioni delle reti e stimolare la crescita dei ricavi per i fornitori di servizi di comunicazione (CSP). Il pacchetto include tecnologie trasformative come RAN alimentato da IA, reti guidate da intenzioni e RAN consapevole dei servizi. I principali prodotti comprendono automazione avanzata in tempo reale basata su IA, posizionamento all'aperto, servizi critici per la missione, connettività differenziata RAN, gestione dell'efficienza energetica, prestazioni di rete premium e prestazioni della batteria dei dispositivi. Queste innovazioni saranno disponibili commercialmente tra il terzo trimestre del 2024 e il primo trimestre del 2025, compatibili con sistemi Open RAN, Cloud RAN e RAN progettati specificamente.
Ericsson anuncia siete nuevos productos de software 5G Advanced diseñados para mejorar el rendimiento de la red y fomentar el crecimiento de ingresos para los proveedores de servicios de comunicación (CSP). El conjunto incluye tecnologías transformadoras como RAN impulsada por IA, redes impulsadas por intenciones y RAN consciente del servicio. Los productos clave incluyen automatización en tiempo real impulsada por IA, posicionamiento exterior, servicios críticos, conectividad diferenciada RAN, gestión de eficiencia energética, rendimiento de red premium y rendimiento de batería de dispositivos. Estas innovaciones estarán disponibles comercialmente entre el tercer trimestre de 2024 y el primer trimestre de 2025, compatibles con sistemas Open RAN, Cloud RAN y RAN diseñados a medida.
에릭슨이 통신 서비스 제공업체(CSP)의 네트워크 성능을 향상하고 수익 성장에 기여하기 위해 설계된 일곱 개의 새로운 5G 고급 소프트웨어 제품을 발표했습니다. 이 제품군은 AI 기반 RAN, 의도 기반 네트워크 및 서비스 인식 RAN과 같은 혁신적인 기술을 포함하고 있습니다. 주요 제품으로는 실시간 AI 기반 자동화, 실외 위치 측정, 임무 중대한 서비스, RAN 차별화 연결성, 에너지 효율 관리, 프리미엄 네트워크 성능 및 장치 배터리 성능이 있습니다. 이러한 혁신은 2024년 3분기와 2025년 1분기 사이에 상용화될 예정이며, Open RAN, Cloud RAN 및 목적에 맞게 설계된 RAN 시스템과 호환됩니다.
Ericsson annonce sept nouveaux produits logiciels 5G Advanced conçus pour améliorer les performances réseau et stimuler la croissance des revenus pour les fournisseurs de services de communication (CSP). La suite comprend des technologies transformatrices telles que RAN alimentée par l'IA, des réseaux pilotés par l'intention et un RAN conscient des services. Les produits clés comprennent l'automatisation en temps réel alimentée par l'IA, le positionnement extérieur, les services critiques, la connectivité différenciée RAN, la gestion de l'efficacité énergétique, les performances réseau premium et les performances de la batterie des appareils. Ces innovations seront commercialement disponibles entre le troisième trimestre 2024 et le premier trimestre 2025, compatibles avec les systèmes Open RAN, Cloud RAN et RAN sur mesure.
Ericsson kündigt sieben neue 5G Advanced Softwareprodukte an, die darauf abzielen, die Netzwerkleistung zu verbessern und das Umsatzwachstum für Kommunikationsdienstanbieter (CSPs) voranzutreiben. Die Suite umfasst transformative Technologien wie KI-gestützte RAN, absichtsgesteuerte Netzwerke und servicebewusste RAN. Zu den Hauptprodukten gehören Echtzeit-KI-gestützte Automatisierung, Außenpositionierung, kritische Dienste, differenzierte RAN-Konnektivität, Energieeffizienzmanagement, Premium-Netzwerkleistung und Gerätebatterieleistung. Diese Innovationen werden zwischen dem 3. Quartal 2024 und dem 1. Quartal 2025 verfügbar sein und sind mit Open RAN-, Cloud RAN- und speziell entwickelten RAN-Systemen kompatibel.
- Introduction of seven new revenue-generating 5G Advanced software products
- Ericsson powers 50% of world's mobile 5G traffic outside China
- Major carriers (AT&T, T-Mobile, Telstra, Optus) endorsing and adopting the technology
- Products aim to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs
- Solutions compatible with multiple RAN architectures enhancing market reach
- Commercial availability delayed until Q3 2024-Q1 2025
- Significant investment required from CSPs to implement new software
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This strategic software rollout significantly strengthens Ericsson's competitive position in the 5G market. The seven new products address critical market needs: network automation, positioning services, mission-critical capabilities, service differentiation, energy efficiency, network performance and device optimization.
The commercial availability timeline (Q3 2024 - Q1 2025) and endorsements from major carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, Telstra and Optus indicate strong market validation. The focus on AI integration, programmable networks and service-aware RAN positions Ericsson well against competitors in the evolving 5G Advanced landscape.
The software suite's compatibility with Open RAN, Cloud RAN and purpose-built RAN demonstrates strategic flexibility in deployment options, which is important for carrier adoption. The emphasis on revenue generation through new services and operational efficiency improvements presents a compelling value proposition for CSPs looking to monetize their 5G investments.
The introduction of service-level agreement (SLA) capabilities and real-time AI-powered automation represents a significant shift in network monetization potential. This enables CSPs to offer premium, differentiated services with guaranteed performance levels - a important factor for enterprise customers and specialized use cases.
The energy efficiency features are particularly timely given rising operational costs and sustainability pressures in the telecom sector. The inclusion of outdoor positioning capabilities without GPS dependency opens new revenue streams in location-based services, while mission-critical services support expansion into high-value sectors like public safety and defense.
With Ericsson already handling 50% of mobile 5G traffic outside China, these enhancements should help maintain their market leadership and drive incremental revenue growth through software subscriptions.
- High-performing programmable networks empower communications service providers (CSPs) to steer network behavior, aligning it with diverse business goals for optimal outcomes
- Seven new 5G Advanced software products for high-performing programmable networks will substantially increase revenue, elevate user experience, and improve operational efficiency
- 5G Advanced strengthens radio access network (RAN) software portfolio with transformative technologies such as AI-powered RAN, intent-driven networks and Service-aware RAN
Ericsson 5G Advanced brings new radio access network (RAN) software capabilities that significantly boost performance and develop programmable networks that add value to connectivity. These capabilities are based on open network architectures, AI and automation, and intent-driven networks. They make it easier for CSPs to steer the network to meet business and sustainability goals by measuring and matching different performance levels to service-level agreements (SLAs).
Ericsson's suite of 5G Advanced software includes transformative technologies such as:
- AI-powered RAN - uses artificial intelligence and automation for real-time data processing and intelligent decision-making.
- Intent-driven networks - allow CSPs to simply state their objectives while the RAN handles complex processes and actions.
- Service-aware RAN - adapts to various connectivity needs, ensuring real-time adjustments and observability to meet service requirements and proof of delivery.
Mårten Lerner, Head of Product Area Networks at Ericsson, says: "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
The seven new 5G Advanced products or subscriptions are:
- Real-time AI-powered automation - enables CSP to scale network automation even in complex scenarios, with maximum network performance and efficiency thanks to AI and real-time coordination with RAN features.
- Outdoor Positioning - allows CSPs and enterprises to introduce location-based services with or without GPS support on the 5G Standalone architecture.
- Mission Critical Services - enables CSPs 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.
- RAN Differentiated Connectivity - enables CSPs to take advantage of the network's ability to ensure SLA compliance for various and multiple services simultaneously.
- Energy Efficiency and Management - Ericsson innovation and intent-driven approach that optimizes energy performance and lowers operational expenses. This helps scale energy management via automation.
- Premium Network Performance - Ericsson innovations and advanced performance features that enable more coverage and capacity in the most traffic-loaded scenarios. Improves customer loyalty by ensuring an exceptional experience for flagship devices.
- Device Battery Performance - allows CSPs to enhance the battery performance of any 5G device, including smartphones, wearables and AR/VR glasses with intelligent network features that save battery power.
The new software products will be commercially available between the third quarter of 2024 and first quarter of 2025 as software subscriptions. This software suite is compatible with Open RAN, Cloud RAN and purpose-built RAN. It also builds on earlier launches of 5G Advanced capabilities such as Critical IoT and Ericsson Reduced Capability (RedCap).
Rob Soni, VP, RAN Technology, AT&T, says: "AT&T is at the forefront of exploring new business opportunities and taking another step in laying the foundation for monetizing new services through enhanced capabilities with Ericsson 5G Advanced. By integrating these cutting-edge solutions, we can enhance our network performance and achieve operational efficiencies, all with the goal of better serving our customers."
Kent Wu, Optus Vice President Access Network Strategy, Planning and Quality, says: "Optus is committed to providing our customers with an excellent network experience at a great value. One of the keys to delivering this is working with partners who are equally as committed to driving innovation and the customer experience as Optus is. As we continue to invest in and elevate our network for our customers, Ericsson's advanced and innovative 5G technology will play an important role in that going forward. We are excited to work with Ericsson as they continue to advance the capabilities of 5G."
Sri Amirthalingam, Wireless Engineering Executive, Telstra, says: "Telstra has already started down the path toward autonomous networks and we aim to introduce AI and autonomous mechanics across many of our network functions to better anticipate customer requirements, optimize network resources, and uplift customer experience. The new 5G Advanced software announced here by our key partner Ericsson, with its promised benefits to elevate performance, enhance user experience, and drive revenue growth and operational efficiency, is both timely and welcome for our ambitions and the industry overall."
John Saw, EVP and Chief Technology Officer, T-Mobile, says: "The next wave of 5G innovation is here, and we are expanding T-Mobile's nationwide 5G SA network to support 5G Advanced as soon as the end of this year. Together with Ericsson, we're spearheading the development and adoption of 5G Advanced with capabilities like L4S, 5G RedCap, and up to six-carrier aggregation. These enhancements create new opportunities for businesses and customers by improving uplink speeds, lowering energy use and delivering a faster, more reliable experience."
Rémy Pascal, Senior Research Manager Mobile Infrastructure, Omdia, says: "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."
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