On October 13th, the IPLOOK 2024 Global Partner Summit brought together industry experts, executives, and partners for a day of in-depth discussions and keynote speeches. Sponsored by Defne and Ribbon, the event focused on the latest trends, advancements, and opportunities in the telecommunications and mobile network domain.
Ribbon: With operations in 140+ countries, it offers services in mobile network evolution, IP & optical networks, and Unified Communications & Collaboration. Their solutions include cloud services, voice applications, and analytics tools.
Defne: Defne's Mobile Positioning Platform accurately locates devices across 2G to 5G networks, which plays a crucial role in emergency dispatch and mass-emergency management, serving sectors like banking, retail, public safety, and healthcare.
Mobile Network Evolution:
The summit focused on the latest trends in mobile network evolution, particularly emphasizing the significance of 5G technology. Speakers highlighted 5G's role in enabling faster data speeds, lower latency, and improved connectivity vital for emerging applications like IoT, AR, and VR. Network slicing, which allows tailored end-to-end logical networks for diverse business applications and user groups, was underscored as a key enabler for meeting industry-specific needs.
Private LTE/5G Networks:
Discussions revolved around private LTE / 5G networks, tailored for specific organizations or locations, offering dedicated spectrum and enhanced security and performance. Use cases spanned industries like mining, power grid, military, and higher education, showcasing the versatility of private networks. IPLOOK's end-to-end 4G/5G solutions for private networks were highlighted, emphasizing customizable features and support for high data throughput.
MVNO Business Model and Opportunities:
The MVNO model, where operators purchase network services and set independent retail prices, was a focal point. Presentations explored the growth of MVNOs in regions like MENA, discussing advantages such as quicker market entry and customized services, alongside challenges like spectrum allocation. IPLOOK's support for MVNOs, offering network setup, technical interconnection, and a robust telecom ecosystem, was emphasized as key to assisting MVNOs in navigating the market landscape.
The summit provided an opportunity for IPLOOK and its partners to strengthen existing relationships and forge new ones. These partnerships are expected to drive innovation and growth in the industry, enabling companies to leverage each other's strengths and resources. 5G, private networks, and MVNOs are expected to grow. Data analytics, AI, and ML for network enhancement will get more attention, promising an exciting future filled with innovation and growth.
