Ericsson has signed agreements with both Cisco Systems and Tektronix Communications to license its OSS interfaces for integration with Cisco self-optimizing network (SON) products and Tektronix Communications TrueCall geoanalytics platform. The initiative is part of the OSS Interoperability Initiative (OSSii) that was started by Ericsson, Nokia and Huawei in May 2013 to promote OSS interoperability between different vendor equipment through the exposure of OSS interfaces and network data.
OSSii enables pre-verification of products for new network releases, and provides lifecycle management for interfaces. In addition, it allows both OSSii partners and third parties to support network releases without lengthy and complex integration projects.
Previous OSSii partnerships include:
- Huawei, Ascom Collaborate on OSS Interoperability Initiative (OSSii)
- NSN Signs OSS interoperability initiative (OSSii) with Huawei for Multi-Vendor Management
- Reverb Networks Joins Nokia Networks in OSS Interoperability Initiative
Fredrik Gessler, Head, Network Analytics & Management, Ericsson
With the rapid evolution of mobile networks, interoperability is becoming a major expense for operators. OSSii addresses this issue by delivering integration efficiencies, faster time-to-market and lower integration costs, and Ericsson's agreements with Cisco Systems and Tektronix Communications underline Ericsson's commitment to supporting interoperability and to providing flexibility for our customers.
Uzi Breier, Director, Business Development, Cisco
Cisco's collaboration with Ericsson on the OSSii initiative helps both companies deliver superior service. Fine tuning Cisco's SON to the most updated Ericsson interfaces and specifications will help maximize the potential of our customers' Radio Access Networks.
