5G Core Network Solutions
5G Core (5GC) Network Solutions
5G speeds will create new experiences for consumers. Programmable networks, slicing, and narrowband devices will mean new classes of business applications. In sum, 5G will transform the role of mobile networks in society. Are you ready?
Which network functions do 5G core solutions include?
What are the benefits of 5G core service-based architecture?
5G upgrades the core network to service-based architecture (SBA). In contrast to traditional legacy network architectures, SBA relies on cloud or virtual network functions (VNFs), enabling virtualization and network slicing. A significant benefit is that it decouples NFs and improves system modularity; NFs are virtualized and communicate with each other using a common communication protocol. SBA simplifies operations using APIs, enables seamless integration of third-party applications with the core network, facilitates enhanced security, and more.
3GPP Cloud-Native 5GC Solutions
5G Core Network
Alepo’s 5G Core solution comprises cloud-native 3GPP standards-compliant 5GC network functions (NFs) responsible for implementing subscription services, providing secured connectivity to subscribers, and handling charging and policy management.
Multi-Segment Offerings
Available for mobile, 5G fixed wireless access. Also available for enterprise segments for private 5G, in which it is a part of the compact 4G+5G core and is a resource-optimized, low-footprint offering based on database-less architecture.
Subscriber Data Management (SDM)
Alepo’s SDM module comes with AUSF, UDM+HSS to carry out authentication and authorization in 5G as well as 4G networks. Includes a common and highly scalable Universal Data Representation (UDR) and subscriber data repository that holds SIM identities, subscription profiles, policy data, application data, and session contexts. It also includes the Unstructured Data Storage Network Function (UDSF) that maintains application states and contexts for different network functions.
Converged Policy Control
Includes PCF and PCRF with a unified policy rule framework for data, voice, and application. Manages policies for 4G and 5G networks. Supports usage monitoring and integrates with the charging systems. Its business user-friendly GUI interface reduces time-to-market for advanced policy use cases.
Converged Charging
For voice, data, content, VAS, and IoT services across all access networks. Includes CHF and OCS; handles online and offline charging with the standards-based interfaces towards network functions. Coupled with Alepo’s Digital BSS, it offers complete billing and charging for retail and wholesale business cases.
Web-Based Management Portals
- UDR agent portal: for service configurations, storing and managing subscriptions, policy data, and SIM identities.
- EMS portal: to configure and provision various network function profiles and services.
- Enterprise self-service portal: allows enterprises to efficiently manage their devices and connectivity for private 5G use cases.
Cloud-Based Microservice Architecture
Cloud- and PaaS-agnostic; supports public, private, and hybrid deployment options. Supports containerized and NFV-based deployment.
Download Flyer: 5G Core Network Solution
5G-Ready Digital BSS
Alepo’s 5G-ready Digital BSS platform facilitates high-value 5G use cases, including IoT, and experience-based charging:
Partnerships: manage next-generation partnerships, agreements, and complex business models.
End-to-end 5G monetization: launch new services and use cases such as slicing, AR, VR, gaming, and more.
Policies: support billing and charging for complex business models; dynamically reshape and redeploy networks.
5G charging: support convergent online charging, real-time rating, and balance management. Ability to scale to hundreds of millions of devices.
Omnichannel engagement: engage with customers through various channels, including web, mobile, chatbot, social media.
IoT/M2M: manage millions of devices and multiple partners involved in the ecosystem to provide a full-stack solution to enterprise customers.
Architecture and protocols: all modules are microservice-based, virtualized (NFV), programmable, RESTful, and fully support DevOps work cycles and continuous real-time operations.
Seamless Transition
Alepo’s core network solution + Digital BSS together support the unified management of 4G (EPC, IMS), C-IoT, and non-3GPP networks (such as WiFi). Our vast experience in digital transformation ensures service providers can evolve their operations and upgrade to 5G without disruption, shifting to a fully virtualized service-based environment.
4G mobile operators with a 5G-compatible core network can deploy 5G radio protocols while leveraging the existing 4G infrastructure. Alepo’s 4G core functions allow operators to support mixed radio connectivity, enabling them to gradually roll out coverage and services to their customers.
4G + 1
Alepo also extends support to operators not yet ready to move to 5G. We bridge the gap by creating a modern omnichannel experience for subscribers, incorporating WiFi offload into the operator’s network and supporting unique enterprise IoT offerings on their existing network.
Related Resources
A 3GPP cloud-native 5G core network solution to swiftly implement 5G
Alepo’s 5G Core Network solution offers key 5G core network components, enabling the rapid launch of 5G use cases. Download the flyer for details on the solution architecture, how it facilitates the transition to 5G, and Alepo’s 5GC capabilities.
5G-Ready Digital Business Support System (BSS)
With its class-leading 5G-ready architecture, Alepo’s Digital BSS enables communications service providers to implement next-generation networks, support a host of modern and innovative services, and rapidly generate a high ROI.
Accelerate 5G transformation with Alepo’s converged Subscriber Data Management (SDM) solution
Alepo’s converged SDM solution manages both 4G and 5G subscriptions, facilitating a smooth transition to 5G. This solution brief details how it manages the network upgrade path and supports next-gen services.
Collateral
Blog Posts
Why 5G standalone core needs to be on every operator’s roadmap
5G standalone (SA) core is the end goal for all 5G operators, even early movers beginning their next-gen journey with 5G Non-Standalone (NSA). Here’s why.
5G SA vs 5G NSA: What Are The Differences?
There are two routes to 5G: Non-Standalone (NSA) and Standalone (SA) deployment. What’s the difference and which is best for you? A look at 5G SA vs 5G NSA.
Envisioning Private 5G Success with Compact Core
Compact Core, the industrialized solution enables enterprises of any size to leverage all the smart features of 5G over a private network.
Role of AAA in 5G and the IoT Ecosystem
AAA is pivotal in bridging devices to networks. We look at how it benefits telcos and its role in the 5G-IoT ecosystem.
How operators can leverage network slicing for 5G monetization
Network slicing helps build multiple dedicated networks – technology that’s paving the way to 5G. Here’s what’s in store for automotive, IoT, smart cities, entertainment, and several other sectors.
Press Releases
Alepo reveals new logo and refreshed brand identity for the 5G and digital transformation era
The new design is clean, modern, and approachable, and represents one digitally connected world. Thursday, February 25, 2021, AUSTIN: Digital enablement and core network solutions provider Alepo has unveiled its modernized logo and updated branding. The change comes...
Alsard Fiber and Cellnet partner with Alepo for digital BSS and affiliate management
Alepo’s Digital BSS will include centralized billing, affiliate management, web and mobile self-care, and will equip the operators to launch public WiFi in the future.
Costa Rica’s free public WiFi is overhauled with Alepo’s cloud monetization solution
Alepo’s cloud WiFi monetization solution, including WiFi service management and captive portal, helps PC Central to overhaul Costa Rica’s free public WiFi.
Eswatini Mobile overhauls and modernizes network with Alepo digital transformation
Alepo’s digital transformation modernized Eswatini Mobile’s network, boosting CX by ending frequent network disruptions, digitizing self-care, enabling advanced plans.