As the first commercial Internet of Things (IoT) networks are being introduced, Ericsson on Tuesday complemented its cellular IoT software and IoT Accelerator offerings with a complete set of network services.
These services enable service providers to efficiently address the deployment and operation of the massive number of IoT devices being introduced to LTE networks.
Applicable for Cat-M1 (also called LTE-M) and Narrow Band IoT (NB-IoT) technologies, these services include IoT network design and optimization, deployment, operation and management, and are supported by the recently expanded Support Services offering.
Ericsson is also introducing new IoT software features, such as Voice over LTE (VoLTE) support for Cat-M1.
This will enable operators to explore new use cases in which it can be advantageous for IoT devices to support voice services, opening up opportunities to expand enterprise services to areas such as security alarm panels, remote first-aid kits, wearable, digital locks, disposable security garments, and other types of IoT-enabled applications and services.
Network design and optimization: Heterogeneous IoT networks and diverse use cases with varying needs will require a different approach to network planning and design.
To support this, Ericsson is introducing scenario assessment, network modeling, design development, and developmental appraisal for massive IoT networks.
By Baishakhi Dutta
