recently announced that it has acquired Cellwize Wireless Technologies Pte., a provider of mobile network automation and management. Cellwize's 5G network management, automation, and deployment software platform capabilities power Qualcomm Technologies' 5G radio access network (RAN) infrastructure solutions to power the digital transformation of industries, power the connected intelligent edge, and support the growth of the cloud economy.
The addition of Cellwize's cloud-native, multi-vendor RAN management and automation platform with Qualcomm's 5G RAN offerings is expected to provide:
- Leading RAN automation and management software solution that will accelerate the development of the connected intelligent edge through the deployment of private and public 5G networks, reducing network deployment time and simplifying network management
- Programmable solution that enables an ecosystem of applications (marketplace) for differentiation and personalization across diverse verticals
- Horizontal solution that enables simple multi-vendor ecosystem management for open virtualized networks
- Flexible RAN architecture solution (Open RAN, virtualized RAN and traditional RAN) and multi-generational support
“Global mobile operators and private enterprises are deploying 5G networks at an unprecedented pace across industries, aiming to connect everyone and everything to the cloud,” said Durga Malladi, senior vice president and general manager of cellular modems and infrastructure from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. The addition of Cellwize's best-in-class RAN automation technologies strengthens Qualcomm Technologies' ability to drive modern 5G network development – accelerating global Open RAN adoption, cloud-based cellular infrastructure innovation, and 5G private network deployments.”
“We are excited to join Qualcomm Technologies as we are both committed to accelerating the mission of modernizing radio access networks and enabling mobile network operators and enterprises to fully realize and monetize their digital transformation,” added Ofir Zemer, former CEO of Cellwize, who is now vice president of product management at Qualcomm Technologies.
Qualcomm is advancing 5G to power the connected intelligent edge and enable the cloud economy. Building on its broad 5G RAN portfolio, Qualcomm is at the center of advancing the cellular ecosystem and accelerating the innovation cycle to accelerate the deployment of modern 5G networks at scale.
“Bell welcomes Qualcomm Technologies’ acquisition of Cellwize as the synergy will help advance the telecommunications ecosystem by providing open, cloud-native and flexible networks to meet performance demands at the edge. We look forward to continuing to work with them on infrastructure innovation and automation to ensure a more customer-centric network in the future,” said Stephen Howe, chief technology and information officer at Bell.
“Microsoft Azure’s private MEC solution, together with Qualcomm Technologies’ leading RAN platform and Cellwize’s RAN management and automation solution, represents a powerful combination that will help accelerate 5G adoption and simplify deployment and management of 5G smart edges for a wide range of industries and use cases,” said Martin Lund, corporate vice president, Azure for Operators.
“Verizon has been at the forefront of developing a differentiated 5G network that will serve as a 21st century platform for innovation,” said Ed Chan, CTO of Verizon. “Optimizing the RAN through automation is critical to achieving this vision. We are pleased to see Qualcomm Technologies expanding its already innovative infrastructure solutions with the acquisition of Cellwize's RAN management and automation solution, which we have used as the foundation for Verizon's SON architecture. We look forward to continuing our close collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies in building the future 5G world.”