STOCKHOLM — Ericsson has introduced the Ericsson Transport Automation Controller, a pioneering cloud-native transport controller designed to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) for the analysis and automation of microwave, IP, and optical networks. This new technology offers communications service providers (CSPs) an advanced tool to maximize the efficiency of mobile transport networks, according to a press release published on EuropaWire.
The controller addresses common challenges in network management by enabling real-time, data-driven decisions that help identify and rectify network degradations and capacity utilization issues. By automating processes that are traditionally performed manually, the Ericsson Transport Automation Controller significantly reduces operational costs, minimizes the risk of human errors, and enhances network security.
“Ericsson Transport Automation Controller is our latest innovation, which simplifies the complex tasks of network management and allows for cost-efficient operations,” said Jari Augustin, Head of Product Line Transport Automation at Ericsson. He highlighted that the product combines decades of microwave technology experience and extensive AI research to provide a solution that supports proactive network control and maintenance.
This AI-driven tool improves network observability and data analysis, offering insights into network trends and performance anomalies. It facilitates proactive control measures, such as preventive maintenance, which are crucial for maintaining high-speed, low-latency connectivity amid increasing data traffic and the deployment of new network sites.
Grant Lenahan, Partner and Principal Analyst at Appledore Research, commended the Ericsson Transport Automation Controller, noting, “Ericsson’s expertise in radio, backhaul, microwave, and analytics provides a solid foundation for this controller. Its capabilities for automatic configuration and pathfinding, enhanced by AIOps, make it a critical asset for driving intelligent transport automation across both consumer and enterprise applications.”
The controller’s intuitive web-based user interface, which includes interactive maps and configurable dashboards, simplifies the task of network monitoring, while its scalable design allows for easy deployment across networks of any size, ensuring a lower total cost of ownership and greater flexibility.
With the launch of the Ericsson Transport Automation Controller, Ericsson continues to lead the way toward the future of self-optimizing and self-healing transport networks, reinforcing its commitment to developing high-performing, sustainable network solutions.
