Spirent Joins the Microsoft Azure Operator Nexus Ready Program

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Spirent Communications plc has announced a collaboration with Microsoft to pre-certify third-party network functions for the Azure Operator Nexus platform. The Spirent Landslide testing solution will ensure interoperability of these functions, critical for 5G service deployments. The Azure Operator Nexus combines North American Tier-1 network cloud capabilities with Azure’s security and AI tools. This collaboration is aimed at enhancing operator competitiveness and service delivery. Spirent’s technology will support individual cloud-native function validations as part of an end-to-end system.

Positive

• Collaboration with Microsoft enhances Spirent's market position.
• Spirent Landslide will facilitate 5G service interoperability.
• Strengthens operators' competitive edge in telecommunications.

Negative

• None.

Spirent Landslide used to certify third-party NF vendors participating in the Azure Operator Nexus Ready program

BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Spirent Communications plc (LSE: SPT), a leading provider of test and assurance solutions for next-generation devices and networks, today announced a collaboration with Microsoft for the pre-certification of third-party network functions (NFs) on the new Microsoft Azure Operator Nexus platform. Recognized as the leading solution for 5G Core testing and emulation, Spirent Landslide can be used to certify that NF offerings can interoperate with the Azure Operator Nexus platform using the Azure Operator Nexus Ready program.

“Microsoft Azure Operator Nexus is a next-generation hybrid cloud platform for operators built for the future of telecommunications,” said Doug Roberts, General Manager of Spirent’s Lifecycle Service Assurance business. “It will enable operators to be more competitive, deliver new services and increase revenue. We’re pleased to assist Microsoft as it works to support deployments at the edge of the cloud, network, or for the enterprise.”

This instance of the Azure Operator Nexus platform combines a North American Tier-1 operator’s Network Cloud with Azure’s security, monitoring, analytics, and AI capabilities. It also supports the new Azure Operator 5G Core, a packet-core-as-a-service application for mobile networks. NF vendors will be able to certify their offerings on Azure Operator Nexus once they have been validated by Landslide testing.

“As NF vendors prepare to deploy on the Azure Operator Nexus platform, their solutions must be validated and pre-certified to ensure they work as intended,” said Ross Ortega, VP Azure for Operators at Microsoft. “Spirent provides the testing capabilities and experience required, and we see Spirent Landslide as a critical component of our Azure Operator Nexus Ready program, ensuring the smooth deployment of 5G service offerings.”

In the cloud, network functions no longer sit in well-defined network elements with other similar functions. Landslide supports this new paradigm by validating the performance of individual cloud-native functions not just in isolation, but also as part of an end-to-end system.

For more information on Spirent Landslide, visit www.spirent.com/landslide.

About Spirent
Spirent Communications plc. (LSE: SPT) is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions for networks, cybersecurity, and positioning. The company provides innovative products, services and managed solutions that address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies, including 5G, SD-WAN, cloud, autonomous vehicles and beyond. From the lab to the real world, Spirent helps companies deliver on their promise to their customers of a new generation of connected devices and technologies. For more information visit www.spirent.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

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FAQ

What is Spirent Communications' latest collaboration?

Spirent Communications has collaborated with Microsoft for pre-certification of third-party network functions on the Azure Operator Nexus platform.

How does Spirent Landslide benefit the Azure Operator Nexus program?

Spirent Landslide validates and certifies that NF offerings can interoperate with the Azure Operator Nexus platform.

What is the significance of Azure Operator Nexus?

Azure Operator Nexus is a hybrid cloud platform designed to enhance competitiveness and service delivery for telecommunications operators.

What does the partnership mean for 5G deployments?

The partnership aims to ensure smooth deployment of 5G service offerings through certified network functions.

Is there any negative impact on Spirent's business from the collaboration?

The press release did not highlight any negative impacts on Spirent's business from the collaboration.