Ericsson can provide a mobile backhaul that efficiently handles the migration from voice to data and at the same time easily scales in capacity. This is of importance for operators with voice services seeking new high-revenue-generating services in mobile broadband and also for operators offering voice services and having a high subscriber growth. Ericsson has a smooth migration strategy with several backhaul options that support IP over Ethernet as a common, scalable and future-proof solution. This is a strategy that goes hand in hand with the radio network evolution path, allowing IP to be introduced in the radio network site by site.

Ericsson’s mobile backhaul solutions provide a smooth migration path to a packet network that leverages existing investments while providing scalable capacity. As IP over Ethernet is introduced in the network, transport becomes more efficient, and capacity can be scaled up to reduce bottlenecks.

The migration from voice to data is accelerating, and growth of mobile broadband continues to exceed even the most optimistic forecasts. Efficient transport and an all-IP radio network are essential in handling the data volumes required for mobile broadband. Ericsson’s mobile backhaul solutions support a seamless migration with a packet backhaul, IP over Ethernet and introduction of IP on a site-by-site basis. Capacity for new mobile broadband services, such as mobile TV, can be added as needed.

The all-IP network that will be the result of the migration from voice to data is significantly more efficient than legacy networks. With a pay-as-you-grow migration strategy, capital expenditure can be kept to a minimum. At the same time, a common backhaul management system and efficient and scalable IP over Ethernet transport will reduce operating expenses. As a result, you will be able to provide higher-value mobile broadband services with a lower TCO.