- Rogers is first North American service provider to join
program
- Access to Ericsson's ConsumerLab research, analytical data and
worldwide network of 5G startups will help develop compelling
products and services
- Program extends on the Rogers 5G innovation ecosystem, which is
shaping the future of connectivity for Canadians
PLANO, Texas, Nov. 10, 2021 /CNW/ - Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC)
today announced Rogers Communications as the first North American
service provider to join its global Startup 5G program. Ericsson's
Startup 5G program is designed to help communications service
providers (CSPs) accelerate the successful commercialization and
monetization of 5G by introducing them to the right consumer
innovation partners. The program will also encourage 5G innovation
transfer between start-ups and Rogers to create new business
opportunities for both sides.
Jorge Fernandes, Chief Technology
Officer, Rogers Communications says: "As the leader in building out
the 5G ecosystem in Canada, we are
always looking for new opportunities to work with top
innovators, both within Canada and around the world. Through
this collaboration with Ericsson Startup 5G, we can explore
leading-edge offerings for our customers as we continue to provide
a world-class 5G experience on Canada's first, largest, and most
reliable 5G network1."
|
1 Rogers
was ranked first in the umlaut Mobile Data Performance audit in Q2,
2021. Rogers achieved Best In Test in the umlaut Mobile Network
Benchmark Canada for 2021.
Visit www.umlaut.com/en/benchmarking/canada. Largest based on total
square kilometers of Rogers 5G coverage compared to published
coverage of other national networks.
|
The new collaboration further strengthens the partnership
between Ericsson and Rogers, which goes back more than 30 years
since the launch of wireless services in Canada. Rogers partnered with Ericsson in 2018
as its 5G vendor for its full network infrastructure, and the
companies are working together to roll out Canada's first 5G
standalone core network building the foundation for true 5G
experiences and use cases. The Startup 5G program has the companies
working together to research and develop new 5G consumer offerings
such as augmented and virtual reality, digital education, e-sports
and other immersive media experiences.
Jeanette Irekvist, Vice President and Head of Customer Unit
Canada, Ericsson North America,
says: "We are excited to welcome Rogers as the first North American
operator to join our Startup 5G program. Our global industry
knowledge and expertise has positioned us to act as matchmakers in
the 5G ecosystem, introducing service providers to products and
services ready to launch on a mass scale. We are using our
extensive consumer research to identify the start-ups with the
highest potential for success, and we are glad to have Rogers with
us on this journey so that Canadians can have access to the latest
innovations happening across the globe."
This program expands on Rogers already robust 5G ecosystem of
innovative R&D partnerships across start-ups, academia, public
sector, and enterprises and extends it to the consumer business. As
part of the Startup 5G program, Rogers will receive access to an
exclusive list of companies developing scalable services, devices,
and applications over 5G. By bundling and offering innovative apps
and digital services, Rogers can differentiate the 5G customer
experience, ultimately changing the usage behavior and demand for
mobile broadband services.
Jasmeet Sethi, Head of
ConsumerLab, Ericsson Research says: "We are looking forward to
expanding our relationship with Rogers to co-create and test
applications enhanced by 5G. With access to 30 global start-ups,
which is expected to grow to more than 40 by the end of the year,
the program offers Rogers a unique opportunity to not only leverage
actionable consumer insights but connect with innovation partners
to keep the momentum as a leader in 5G."
The Ericsson Startup 5G concept was first initiated in
November 2019, in the same time-frame
as the first commercial 5G network services were launched around
the globe. The intention of the program was to show the potential
of 5G as a platform for service innovation and value creation.
Ericsson's ConsumerLab recently released a 5G consumer survey of
1,600 Canadians – Five Ways to a Better 5G – revealing
that 80 percent of Canadians say they want more innovation in 5G
apps and services.
FOLLOW US:
Subscribe to Ericsson press releases here.
www.twitter.com/ericsson
www.facebook.com/ericsson
www.linkedin.com/company/ericsson
MORE INFORMATION AT:
Ericsson Newsroom
About Ericsson
Ericsson enables communications service providers to capture the
full value of connectivity. The company's portfolio spans Networks,
Digital Services, Managed Services, and Emerging Business and is
designed to help our customers go digital, increase efficiency and
find new revenue streams. Ericsson's investments in innovation have
delivered the benefits of telephony and mobile broadband to
billions of people around the world. The Ericsson stock is listed
on Nasdaq Stockholm and on Nasdaq New York. www.ericsson.com
About Rogers
Rogers is a proud Canadian company
dedicated to making more possible for Canadians each and every day.
Our founder, Ted Rogers, purchased
his first radio station, CHFI, in 1960. We have grown to become a
leading technology and media company that strives to provide the
very best in wireless, residential, sports, and media to Canadians
and Canadian businesses. Our shares are publicly traded on the
Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York
Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI).
SOURCE Ericsson Canada