Deutsche Telekom and Ericsson Unveil Unique Solution for Customized Enterprise Network Slices

Deutsche Telekom and Ericsson have announced a world’s first implementation of an integrated solution for managing network slices customised to enterprise cloud-based applications. In a successful proof-of-concept (PoC), the two companies achieved the instantiation of a secure network slice that seamlessly connects to private cloud services.

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Automated Configuration and Provisioning

According to a joint statement, the newly developed solution addresses the critical need of enterprises to ensure optimal network performance for their cloud-based workplace applications, offering a smooth and secure operational environment.

Designed with enterprise usability in mind, the solution provides automated configuration, provisioning, and end-to-end orchestration of the enterprise slicing service order. Importantly, it requires no additional configuration by the user on their enterprise devices.

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Flexibility and Customization for IT Administrators

Deutsche Telekom and Ericsson say, at the core of this integrated solution is a slice design tool that empowers IT administrators to flexibly manage, monitor, and analyse slice performance. Through a unified management interface, administrators can customise, order, configure, and oversee an end-to-end network that encompasses enterprise smartphones, a 5G network slice, and private cloud services.

Secure Access to Cloud-Based Applications

Employees within the enterprise can securely access cloud-based applications on their smartphones via a dedicated network slice over the public network. Additionally, the enterprise administrator can leverage a range of analytics services within the integrated solution to monitor and analyse the usage of the customised network slice.

Advanced Features and Capabilities Tested and Validated

The advanced features and capabilities of the integrated solution were thoroughly tested and validated during the proof-of-concept phase. Notably, the solution supports app-level configuration of devices using Mobile Device Management (MDM) and User Equipment Route Selection Policy (URSP).