Ericsson and Microsoft partner to revolutionise enterprise mobility by integrating advanced 5G capabilities directly into Windows 11. The joint solution aims to simplify management and enhance security of mobile PC fleets.
Ian LeGrow, corporate vice president, Core OS, Microsoft, says: "Windows 11 is the optimal enterprise platform for deploying and managing 5G-connected PCs at scale. With the new 5G management capabilities of Windows 11, now being piloted first with Surface Copilot+ PCs and Ericsson Enterprise 5G Connect, Enterprise IT teams can use Microsoft Intune to seamlessly provision, manage, and secure both devices and 5G connectivity."
Revolutionising enterprise mobility
Combining Microsoft Intune device management with an AI- and cloud-analytics-powered platform, Ericsson Enterprise 5G Connect allows continuous network quality monitoring and automatic connectivity adjustment.
The integration of AI-based 5G management into Windows 11 enables IT teams to automate device connectivity, seamlessly switch between communications service providers' (CSPs) networks, and apply in-house enterprise policies.
Erik Ekudden, CTO, Ericsson, says: "AI-powered 5G laptops are redefining how and where work gets done. Together with Microsoft and leading CSP partners, we're enabling organisations to seamlessly automate the deployment and operations of secure, always-connected devices, regardless of location - creating a smarter, more responsive workplace for the AI era. This joint solution has the potential to transform enterprise IT and employee ways of working around the world."
In the Asia Pacific region, the joint solution is now available to enterprises in Singapore with Singtel and in Japan with SoftBank Corp.
