HCLSoftware, Intel partner to launch cloud native solution for 5G user experience enhancement

HCLSoftware, a division of IT services firm HCL Technologies has partnered with Intel to launch a 5G User Plane Function (UPF) acceleration solution to improve subscriber user experience and reduces costs for mobile network operators. It is a cloud-native, high-performance software solution for both network Edge and Core deployments. The  solution optimizes hardware resources and drives cost reduction for operational expenses and capital expenses by up to 80%.

"Our 5G UPF Acceleration Solution, powered by Intel's advanced technologies, will unlock faster network speeds, low latency and enhanced user experiences. By combining our expertise, we aim to drive innovation in the telecommunications industry and enable our customers to thrive in the era of network transformation. We are thrilled to collaborate with Intel to create an innovative solution for 5G network transformation," said Shashidhar Krishnamurthy, Senior Vice President and Telecom Industry Solutions Principal, HCLSoftware.

The company said in a press release that it has already demonstrated the effectiveness of the solution by collaborating with Viettel High Technologies (VHT) a subsidiary of Viettel group, a top telecom infrastructure R&D company based in Vietnam. It was done by integrating with VHT's UPF Stack and conducting real-world performance scenarios at VHT Data Center Lab. The results showed improved 5G network throughput and reduced latency, enhancing subscriber user experiences and reducing mobile operator costs.

Last week, Intel announced partnerships with both HCL Tech and Wirpo. With HCL Tech, Intel Foundry will co-develop customised silicon solutions for semiconductor manufacturers, system Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and cloud services providers to enhance foundry services. As a key Design Services and Alliance Partner, Wipro will work closely with Intel Foundry to accelerate the development of Intel’s advanced process nodes, including the Intel18A process node.