Broadcom, Vodafone highlight new technical collaboration

VMware, recently acquired by Broadcom (AVGO), announced a proof of concept to be demonstrated at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, highlighting a new technical collaboration with Vodafone (VOD). The joint effort showcases the benefits of applying network programmability and intelligence into the Radio Access Network, enhancing overall performance for customers. The emergence and rapid expansion of short-form video content is placing greater capacity demands on Communication Service Provider networks globally. Adapting them to cater to the demands of these data-intensive services requires a new methodology and approach for organizing traditional wireless networks. To address these network challenges, Vodafone is implementing innovative solutions aimed at continuously enhancing the network performance for its customers. This involves the development of Network Application Programming Interfaces and harnessing the power and programmability of VMware’s RAN Intelligent Controller.