Federated Wireless has announced its selection by VMware to deliver private 4G and 5G networks-as-a-service for enterprises in form of new VMware private mobile network service.
Federated Wireless will build and operate private 4G and 5G radio access network (RAN) infrastructure to be deployed on customers’ premises. VMware will provide its private mobile network orchestrator to manage end-to-end network and integrate it with existing IT environments.
The solution provides performance, coverage and security benefits of private cellular networks without the complexity of building and operating standalone infrastructure.
Key features and benefits of joint solution include:
- Streamlined deployment of private 4G/5G RAN at enterprise locations
- Simplified private mobile core integrated with existing IT management platforms
- Centralised orchestration and automation of end-to-end networks
- Enhanced security and more optimised connectivity for business- and mission-critical applications
- Carrier-grade performance with SLAs (service-level agreements) tailored to enterprise requirements
- Ability to leverage CBRS (citizens broadband radio service) shared spectrum as well as privately licensed spectrum
“Enterprises are looking to private cellular networks to enable business transformation, but need solutions that integrate with their existing infrastructure,” says Kevin McCartney, vice president of alliances, Federated Wireless.
“Through the strength of our combined solutioning with VMware, we’re giving customers in difficult-to-cover environments an easy on-ramp to private 4G and 5G with the performance and scale they require.” McCartney, adds.
“VMware is committed to helping customers modernise their networks through innovative software solutions,” says Saadat Malik, vice president and general manager, edge computing, VMware. “With Federated Wireless and a growing partner ecosystem, we’re making it simpler for enterprises to deploy and run private networks in a model that aligns with their business needs.”
The solution will be delivered by Federated Wireless as part of its private wireless managed service and will be available to both direct customers and channel partners.
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