At Mobile World Congress 2019 in Barcelona, Ericsson’s head of 5G Core program, Erwin van Ryssen, shared some insights into the company’s latest launches and developments in the 5G space. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the key highlights from the conversation with Erwin and explore the exciting advancements in 5G technology.
What’s on the Floor at Mobile World Congress 2019?
Erwin highlighted that 2019 is the year when 5G is truly happening, with a significant amount of customer interest in the technology. At the event, Ericsson showcased a range of new offerings related to 5G, focusing on the evolution of networks to support 5G and the potential for new consumer services and industry use cases enabled by this technology.
Exciting Launches in 5G Core and Dynamic Orchestration
During the event, Ericsson unveiled some exciting launches, including the 5G Cloud Core and dynamic orchestration. These launches are designed to address the evolving needs of operators and support the seamless integration of 5G into their networks. Here’s a closer look at the key highlights of these launches:
- 5G Cloud Core: This solution enables operators to deploy a single core software solution capable of managing both 5G and previous generations in a unified network. It also facilitates the introduction of network slices and optimization for new 5G use cases.
- Dynamic Orchestration: With the increasing complexity of 5G networks, dynamic orchestration is essential for automating processes, reducing manual intervention, and improving operational efficiencies. This solution streamlines the onboarding, testing, deployment, and management of new software versions, as well as monitoring service quality and making automatic adjustments based on capacity needs.
The End-to-End Journey Enabled by 5G Cloud Core
Erwin emphasized that the 5G Cloud Core can be deployed in various network locations, from central data centers to edge clouds and on-premises deliveries for industry use cases requiring low latency. The dynamic orchestration solution complements the 5G Cloud Core by managing capacity across the entire network, from the edge to centralized data centers, creating an integrated portfolio for operators.
Ericsson’s Cloud Journey and Digital Transformation
In a notable evolution, Ericsson has undergone its own cloud journey and digital transformation, becoming its own first customer. The company’s commitment to cloud-native technologies and platforms, such as OpenStack, has paved the way for more agile and rapid time-to-market capabilities in the telco space. By leveraging cloud native and dynamic orchestration, Ericsson aims to enable its customers to adopt a continuous deployment approach, reducing time to market for new software features.
Conclusion
The developments showcased by Ericsson at Mobile World Congress 2019 underscore the significant progress and innovation in the 5G space. With the introduction of the 5G Cloud Core and dynamic orchestration, Ericsson is poised to empower operators with the tools and capabilities needed to navigate the complexities of 5G networks and deliver enhanced services to consumers and industries.
As the event unfolds, the industry is witnessing the tangible impact of 5G technology, and Ericsson’s contributions are at the forefront of this transformative journey.
Stay tuned for more updates from Mobile World Congress 2019 as we continue to explore the latest advancements in 5G technology and its implications for the future of connectivity.
