COUNTRY FOCUS: ALASKA
Alaska based communications group partners with Ericsson for core network Build and Operate, deploying 5G Core as part of the Ericsson dual mode 5G Core solution to support the operator’ s ongoing transformation.
GCI selects Ericsson to depl and operate new 5G Core net
Anchorage, Alaska
Ericsson and GCI Communication Corp have announced a new partnership to revolutionize GCI’ s core network infrastructure and accelerate its cloud-native transformation.
Together, Ericsson and GCI will build a framework to streamline and accelerate deployment of future core functionality, accelerating the implementation of new capabilities.
The new agreement provides the latest generation of cloud-core technology along with new AI tools and ways of working that address increasing network complexity inherent with evolving networks. This new agreement is seen as a major step towards the seamless integration of advanced 5G services capabilities into GCI’ s network.
Ericsson will assume responsibility for core network operations across all network generations, leveraging AI to enhance customer experience, freeing up GCI resources for strategic initiatives.
Ericsson already provides the Radio Access Network( RAN), microwave transport and core network technology to support GCI’ s 3G, 4G, and 5G Non- Standalone( NSA) networks – the latter being the first 5G network in Alaska when launched in 2020.
With this new deal, GCI will augment the network with a new dual-mode 5G Core in preparation for the future launch of 5G Standalone( SA) services.
Ericsson will operate the existing 3G, 4G and 5G NSA core network as well as the new cloud-native core
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