Nokia introduces Core SaaS for 5G

Nokia Core SaaS allows operators and enterprises to move away from the legacy practice of deploying customized software that runs on private infrastructure and to consume Nokia's Core software including 5G Packet Core, on-demand through a more cost-effective subscription service.

Nokia, a Finnish manufacturer of telecommunications equipment, unveiled its Core Software-as-a-Service for 5G today.

Trials are anticipated to begin soon, and commercial availability is anticipated in the first half of 2023, it was stated.

In a statement, Nokia claimed that its software service eliminates significant up-front capital expenditure. "Nokia Core SaaS allows operators and enterprises to move away from the legacy practice of deploying customized software that runs on private infrastructure and to consume Nokia's Core software including 5G Packet Core, on-demand through a more cost-effective subscription service," the company said.

With more than 70 customers worldwide, Nokia claims to be the market leader in 5G Standalone(SA) core, and 25 of the top 40 telecom firms by revenue rely on Nokia Core network equipment.

According to Fran Heeran, SVP & General Manager of Nokia's core Networks, cloud and network services, "Nokia Core SaaS changes how core networks are built, deployed, and operated, with significant customer benefits including Network on demand, speed to market, and easy and fast scaling in an affordable way."

It adds a new level to telecom SaaS, according to Roberto Kompany, Principal Analyst, Service Provider Networks at Omdia, " Nokia's debut of its Core SaaS service through a subscription model today is a new dimension to telecom SaaS, and I would expect to see more of this through 2023," he added.