Dell has launched its certification program for Dell Telecom Infrastructure Blocks to enable telecom software vendors, including Expeto, to test and certify their software on Dell infrastructure. The program addresses a critical challenge that mobile operators face when moving to cloud environments by pre-validating software interoperability and performance for 5G workloads. This in turn reduces the time, cost and risk for mobile operators to deploy new solutions into their cloud environments and deliver the full potential of 5G.

Why Has the Promise of Private 5G Growth Not Been Met?

Private 5G for the enterprise has had high expectations to solve new connectivity use cases for customers and drive new revenue streams for mobile operators. Although there have been some examples of production installations, such as mining and ports, much of the activity has been stuck in the proof of concept phase. Why is that?

● Use Case Misalignment: Some of the use cases promised by Private 5G such as manufacturing wiring replacement via URLLC (Ultra Reliable Low Latency Communications) have not been met, reducing the available market.

● Telecom Complexity: Many Private 5G solutions require detailed knowledge of how 5G networks operate, requiring multiple APN configurations and complex integration into enterprise networks.

● Limited Coverage: 5G Private RAN can only offer connectivity in and around a facility, but connected workers and vehicles need to move between facilities and other locations.

● Cost to Deploy: With 5G only private RAN, the types of devices available are limited and the prices are high, limiting the use cases that can be addressed and reducing the ROI.

Introducing Hybrid Mobile Networking

With Expeto, the market and use cases for private mobile networking expands by giving enterprises secure control and visibility for not only devices connected on private mobile networks, but also public mobile networks with 3G / 4G / 5G technologies, delivering true  hybrid mobile networking.

● Expanded Use Cases: With hybrid mobile networking enterprises get the control and visibility benefits of private mobile networks with the coverage of public mobile networks. This allows enterprises including utilities, vehicle manufactures, logistics, and governments to take advantage of mobile networks as their workers and vehicles move between facilities.

● Reduced Complexity: The Expeto solution is built using a cloud-native architecture that can be deployed on anywhere from hyperscalers to edge appliances, seamlessly integrating into enterprise networks. No telecom expertise is required.

● Broader Coverage: The Expeto solution allows a device with a single SIM to move seamlessly between public and private mobile networks, allowing workers and vehicles to stay connected directly on the enterprise network, even on public networks, wherever they are.

● Reduced Deployment Costs: Not all Private RAN use cases require 5G connections. With Expeto you can choose 4G and / or 5G RAN (Public or Private), giving the option of lower cost radios and devices, increasing ROI.

The Benefits for Mobile Network Operators

The Expeto Platform gives mobile operators a solution designed to meet the hybrid networking needs of enterprises that can be delivered in a scalable and repeatable way across multiple customers. The selection as a partner in the Dell Telecom Infrastructure Blocks program will make the Expeto Platform even easier for mobile operators to deploy for their enterprise segment and drive LTE/5G growth.