By Juan Pedro Tomás
Samsung Electronics America and Amdocs said they will collaborate to deliver end-to-end 4G and 5G private network solutions to US enterprises.
In a joint statement, the firms said that the agreement includes delivery of Samsung’s complete set of private network solutions, including Citizen Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) products, to enable private network and Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) use cases.
The companies added that this collaboration will also provide the ability to transition from 4G to 5G through a simple software update. Amdocs acts as the systems integrator, leveraging its 4G and 5G, IT, and cloud capabilities to provide full end-to-end solutions to enterprises, solving the challenges of tomorrow. With this collaboration, the two companies will target enterprises of all sizes – ranging from SMBs to large campuses, with a comprehensive set of private network solutions, services, applications and devices.
Through the collaboration, the companies aim to increase speed to market and simplify the deployment of 5G-ready CBRS solutions for key industries, including education, utilities, manufacturing, logistics, transportation and retail. They said they will also provide organizations, such as higher education institutions and factories, a way to unlock the full value of private 4G networks for next-generation use cases and leverage CBRS in hard-to-reach locations.
“A thriving partner ecosystem is essential in the next phase of network expansion, as more organizations seek ways to benefit from private networks and advanced communications,” said vice president and head of the New Business Team in Samsung Electronics America’s networks business, Imran Akbar. “Similar to Samsung, Amdocs has deep expertise in customizing applications for companies within industries undergoing rapid digital transformation, such as manufacturing and education, and we look forward to accelerating the next phase of 4G and 5G networks for these markets.”
“As consumers and businesses become more reliant on ubiquitous connectivity, we’re pleased to be working with Samsung to accelerate our connected society,” said Amdocs group president of technology and head of strategy, Anthony Goonetilleke. “With the successful rollout of private networks combined with advancements in 5G, a world of seamless connected experiences is just around the corner.”
