Arrcus and VMware to Build Telco Cloud for 5G Services

Arrcus | February 23, 2023 | Read time : 01:25 min

On February 22, 2023, Arrcus, a hyperscale networking software firm recognized for its expertise in core, edge, and multi-cloud network infrastructure, is featuring its work with VMware at Mobile World Congress 2023. The partners provide a truly modernized telco cloud by allowing communication service providers (CSPs) to rapidly develop next-generation 5G services.

The combination of the Arrcus Connected Edge (ACE) platform with VMware Telco Cloud Platform architecture offers CSPs end-to-end slicing for 5G, spanning from radio access network (RAN), multi-access edge computing (MEC) to core networks. By utilizing Arrcus' advanced traffic engineering technology, this capability allows CSPs to divide their networks into smaller, more manageable segments that can be effortlessly monitored and controlled.

As a result, CSPs can now establish distinct policies and service level agreements (SLAs) for individual customers and applications across various network slices, significantly enhancing their ability to introduce new and innovative services. Additionally, both CSPs and their customers can expect faster service delivery and enhanced network scalability.

The joint solution also provides CSPs with the advantage of network automation. CSPs can generate instances throughout their radio access network (RAN), 5G core, (MEC)/edge, and transport networks. Furthermore, the Arrcus-VMware solution delivers a service assurance platform that offers a transport network, 5G core, and RAN telemetry. This ensures that CSPs receive metadata on crucial network parameters.

Arrcus CEO and Chairman Shekar Ayyar commented, "CSPs need truly modern infrastructure to gain the greatest value from their 5G investments." He added, "Arrcus' ACE platform and our partnership with VMware provide CSPs with an agile network overlay to automate network operations, expedite the delivery of new services on and monetize their 5G infrastructure."

(Source – Business Wire)

About Arrcus, Inc.

Arrcus is a hyperscale networking software firm recognized for its expertise in core, edge, and multi-cloud network infrastructure. Its primary goal is to improve business efficiency by providing superior network connectivity. Its flagship product, the Arrcus Connected Edge (ACE) platform, is known for its best-in-class networking capabilities and flexible consumption model that minimizes the total cost of ownership. The company's team comprises top-tier technologists with a proven track record in delivering industry-leading networking products and is complemented by operating executives, industry thought leaders, strategic partners, and top-tier venture capitalists.

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