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Ericsson and Vodafone deploy 5G Core SA for pre-commercial operation in Spain
The simplified SA architecture in RAN and the devices , together with streamlined operations and combined with the new network capabilities from 5G , will bring drastic improvements to mobile networks , including ultra-low latency , improved 5G capacity and greater coverage .
The provided dual-mode 5G Core solution which includes products from Ericsson ’ s Cloud Packet Core and Cloud Unified Data Management and Policy portfolios , offers a common multi-access and cloud-native platform that supports 5G and as well as previous generations for optimised footprint and TCO efficiency .
Vodafone Spain has selected Ericsson as its technology partner to deploy the first pre-commercial network 5G Core Standalone ( SA ) in Spain and will support its entire cloud-native 5G Core for standalone
5G network applications included in this launch . Ericsson ’ s dualmode 5G Core will allow Vodafone to develop and test new use cases leveraging the characteristics of 5G standalone technology , enabling its customers to experience 5G ’ s full potential .
The solution provides full integration and interoperability with current Vodafone ’ s network . It also provides interworking with Vodafone ’ s existing Evolved Packet Core ( EPC ), Vodafone CDR Repository and Ericsson User Data Consolidation solution , with the aim to provide 4G / 5G services interoperability for seamless experience to Vodafone Spain users .
Luisa Muñoz , Head of Digital Services , Ericsson Iberia , said : “ After many years of outstanding collaboration between the two companies in the different Core technologies , now we have moved forward with the introduction of 5G Core and we ’ re continuing to support Vodafone on its digital journey .”
Infosys to launch Automotive Digital Technology and Innovation Centre in Stuttgart
Infosys , a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting , has announced the launch of its Automotive Digital Technology and Innovation Centre in Stuttgart , Germany , building on its strategic commitment to drive innovation and IT infrastructure transformation in the sector .
The new centre brings together automotive and IT experts from across Germany into a space for shared knowledge , skills and innovation . As a part of Infosys ’ partnership with Daimler , automotive IT infrastructure experts based in Germany will transition from Daimler AG to the new Digital Technology and Innovation Centre .
Encouraging sustainable growth within the German automotive sector , it will provide its customers with tools to meet the country ’ s growing demand for electric vehicles .
Infosys aims to create a gold standard for Germany ’ s automotive and manufacturing companies to accelerate and standardise technology adoption . It will provide training and innovation labs and focus on industry transformation , including the infrastructure required to design future and advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence , automation and electrification . The centre will also spotlight Infosys ’ commitment to championing sustainability , leveraging resources such as a data centre operating on 100 % renewable energy and zero water consumption .
Through the new centre , Infosys will support leading German automotive company , Daimler AG , strengthen its IT and data centre infrastructure and drive competitive edge in line with its ambitions to standardise , consolidate , scale and transform to Net Zero with seamless customer experience . p
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