Talking with Mats Karlsson. Head of R&D & Portfolio at Ericsson

Welcome to another episode of Transmissions from Tomorrow, where we provide insights into the people driving the digital transformation of business and technology in the world of telecommunications. In this episode, we have Mats Karlsson, the head of R&D at Ericsson, joining us from Sweden.

Embracing Edge Compute Capabilities

In this segment of the interview, Mats Karlsson discusses the challenges and opportunities in embracing edge computing in the telecommunications industry. One of the key challenges is ensuring that operators’ assets for providing edge compute capabilities can be consumed by major cloud players. This requires a hefty investment in placing servers close to every base station. However, Mats emphasizes the need to find a way for this to work from an industry perspective.

• Edge computing is crucial for reducing latency and handling large volumes of data.
• Ericsson is working on connecting different players in the industry to facilitate the adoption of edge computing.

The Role of Devices in Edge Computing

Mats also discusses the role of devices in edge computing, highlighting the potential for devices to become an integrated part of the cloud. With the advancements in technology, devices are becoming more powerful and can be seen as part of a distributed cloud.

• Container-based technology allows devices to be part of a distributed cloud.
• Devices are becoming more powerful and capable of integrating with the cloud.

The Shift to 5G and the Future of Telecommunications

As telecommunications continue to evolve, the adoption of edge computing, 5G technology, and cloud-native paradigms will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the industry. Mats Karlsson emphasizes that the introduction of cloud-native paradigms for telecom applications will open up new areas for providing tailor-made services for different types of industries.

• 5G technology will shift the focus from consumer-based customers to enterprises and industrial use cases.
• The shift to digitizing everything will require an open and scalable environment to accommodate new services and applications.

In conclusion, the digital transformation of telecommunications is paving the way for a more connected and efficient future. With the adoption of edge computing, 5G technology, and cloud-native paradigms, Ericsson is leading the charge in revolutionizing the industry.

Stay tuned for more insights and updates on the digital transformation of telecommunications on Transmissions from Tomorrow.

Remember to visit Ericsson’s website for more information on their latest innovations and developments in the telecommunications industry.

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