Tuesday, 1 April 2008

Malaysian Operator Selects Ericsson to Deploy Common Core Network

Malaysia Operator Celcom has worked with Ericsson to establish a single core network platform for both GSM and WCDMA technology using Ericsson’s Mobile Softswitch solution.

According to Celcom, it is the first opertarot in Malaysia to deploy this initiative which is in line with its continuous focus to modernize its network to deliver classic telephony services over a more modern and cost efficient network while creating a common foundation for new services.

Upon completion, Celcom aims to benefit from the convenience and simplicity of having a single, common infrastructure that can handle both 2G and 3G network services, including the current available voice, data and TV services such as MMS, mobile broadband and mobile TV.

The common infrastructure will also enable Celcom to be ahead of its competition in introducing innovative services such as dual numbers in one SIM card or same number in multiple devices, 3G services on 2G SIM card and mobile number portability, to name a few.

By deploying Ericsson Mobile Softswitch, Celcom is able to introduce a layered architecture design in its GSM/WCDMA mobile circuit core. Layered architecture enables separation and centralization of the equipment responsible for call control and network intelligence, enabling a reduction in the number and size of main core network sites for Celcom. This will ultimately provide significant savings for Celcom and reduces the company’s core network operating expenditures (OPEX).

"As a long-time partner to Celcom, Ericsson is excited to play a prime role in supporting Celcom’s decision to create yet another milestone in the industry. Ericsson is fully committed to ensure a smooth evolution of Celcom’s core network to an all-IP architecture," said Krishna Kumar, President and Country Manager of Ericsson Malaysia.