NEC Corporation introduces a new version of its market leading E-RAN solution that works on Ethernet connectivity, features multimode small cells, an intelligent on-premises services node that not only reduces mobile operator churn within the enterprise segment, but provides new revenue streams from value-added services such as IP-PBX integration, BYOD management and in-building location-based applications. In addition, NEC has also upgraded small cell gateway to provide enterprises with scalable, reliable and secure in-building LTE, 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity.
The new E-RAN solution makes the installation faster and more cost effective as it can utilize the existing Ethernet wiring in enterprises, avoiding the need for new coaxial cable installation.
NEC says that its multimode LTE/3G gateway simplifies small cell aggregation and integration into the macro network core to provide customers with a very reliable and strong mobile signal indoors, helping to boost satisfaction levels while minimising the total cost of ownership for their small cell network. The solution which also comes with advanced security and system management functionality can be used to manage E-RAN access points distributed across multiple enterprise, shopping mall, airport or multi-tenanted office block sites.
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"Our mobile operator customers tell us that they can only deploy a fraction of the large scale in-building coverage deployments requested by customers in any given year," said Martin Guthrie, Head of Business Development EMEA — Small Cells at NEC Europe. "E-RAN is a mature and proven solution – which now supports LTE – that costs significantly less than DAS from both a capital and operational perspective and is very quick to install. It also provides an opportunity to generate revenue from what is traditionally seen as a defensive investment in the customer."
