New networks and new services demand new telecoms software

whitePaper | February 20, 2023

As they deploy 5G, telecoms operators around the world are experimenting with cloud¬native core networks, which offer greater flexibility, scalability and automation than conventional telecoms networks. This paper explores how telecoms operators could go about implementing a cloud¬native 5G core network. Most early movers are taking one of two approaches to deploy a cloud¬native 5G core:

whitePaper | January 10, 2020

The Fourth Industrial Revolution offers an opportunity for diverse sectors to enhance their competitiveness and contribution to regional economies, while supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. This industrial revolution is powered by both established and emerging technologies, including the internet of things, artificial intelligence, advanced data analytics, robotic process automation, robotics, cloud computing, virtual and augmented reality, 3D printing and drones. One key enabler that allows these technologies to realize their full potential is connectivity.

whitePaper | January 5, 2020

The popularity of cloud services has meant big changes for branch office networks, which have been operating for years utilizing only dedicated multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) connections back to a corporate data centers. Now, there’s a need to add broadband connections for faster cloud access. But these links are less secure and complicate network management and policy enforcement. Software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) systems enable branch offices to have both their broadband connections and to enforce policies designed to improve network security and performance.

whitePaper | April 5, 2022

Traditional LAN infrastructure deployed throughout enterprise and other markets has been highly effective at incorporating the growing domain of Ethernet devices into a unified infrastructure. These systems work best when end users need higher bandwidth and more flexibility across their systems, when user density is high, and when interoperability for future changes is paramount.

whitePaper | May 1, 2021

This white paper draws on EMA research to offer a step-by-step guide for building partnerships and collaboration between enterprise network and security teams. It explores why this collaboration is essential, and how enterprises can reap rewards from NetOps and SecOps partnerships. In particular, it reviews how tools, data, and processes are essential to success.

whitePaper | February 15, 2022

This NGMN 5G White Paper has been developed by NGMN’s Members (i.e. operators) with contributions from NGMN’s Sponsor (i.e. vendor) and Advisor (i.e. research) Partners. The White Paper has been delivered by a highly committed team and using a process of open contributions and continuous dialogue throughout the whole duration of the program