Telecom expansion requires cost-effective, scalable, network optimization. It paves the way for a range of commercial and social benefits, and is key to bridging the digital divide.

To fully realize the potential of telecoms globally, Ericsson believes future networks must be developed to offer unlimited access to information anywhere, and deliver environmentally-sustainable solutions with a low cost of ownership.

Data retention: avoiding the traps
October 2009
The complexities and the costs of complying with the data retention rules and regulations must be carefully investigated by Communication Service Providers before they make any investment decision. Many common views on data retention systems are only partly correct and may generate misleading business perceptions. This paper analyzes some common statements and shows their weaknesses.

Efficient softswitching 
August 2009
Telecom quality softswitching provides the means to address the core network running cost. It enables secure and user-transparent migration to an efficient, IP-based next-generation network. Central to this is a full-featured softswitch architecture that enables operators to maintain existing voice offerings and margins.

Accelerating global development with mobile broadband
February 2009
In emerging markets mobile technologies offer the best hope for providing broadband in a cost-effective and extensive manner – and for reducing the digital divide between people with easy access to information and services and those without.

How efficient mobile backhaul and packet-switched GSM will help win the final coverage race 
February 2009
Modern GSM transmission and transport networks enable the cost-effective expansion of mobile voice and data services to the last billions of users, as well as providing a natural stepping stone for extending the reach of mobile broadband.

Seven reasons to use ‘end-to-end thinking’ when building all-IP mobile networks 
January 2009
Most mobile operators around the world are already well on their way to all-IP networks. Their concern now is how to complete that transition and handle the substantial growth being seen in mobile broadband services. They can address these concerns by choosing an end-to-end IP transport solution.