Core network Software as a Service

The ready-to-go way to deliver
the full potential of 5G and beyond

Use SaaS to operate core

Core SaaS can substantially enhance an existing installation by offering much simpler cost control, faster time to market and greater support for new service creation.

By transferring more of the core’s ownership and operation to Nokia we take on more responsibilities than it would in a traditional on-premise or off-premise deployment. This reduces your workload to run the physical data center and infrastructure, freeing you to focus on your business. You could also gain by not having to take on associated costs, such as electricity, cooling, security and operations.

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What is Core SaaS?
How is Core SaaS built
Executive interviews about Core SaaS
How the service influences TCO
Core SaaS for business connectivity
Core SaaS B2B use cases
How to benefit from Core SaaS?
The concept of the future of Core
Related topics
Related products and solutions

What is Core SaaS?

Core SaaS provides a network template incorporating pre-integrated network functions, all delivered commissioned, operated and maintained by Nokia.

5G core software configured and optimized for one or more use cases. Core SaaS can simplify integration and provide immediate capacity to address requirements from straightforward use cases to the most complex, hyper-connected 5G scenario.

Fulfills specific needs and use cases defined by the required outcome
Single subscription includes service, care, upgrades and embedded infrastructure
Standard and documented APIs for integration with CSP environment

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Exciting new ways of providing Core network services with Software as a Service (SaaS)

Ebook: Ensuring efficient business outcomes by using mobile core as SaaS

This report describes the challenges many CSPs face in deploying the 5G Core and outlines how a new Core as Software as a Service (SaaS) can help meet CSPs’ challenges.

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How is Core SaaS built?

SaaS suites: solutions, services

Composable building blocks of network services and functions
Outcome-based integrated solutions enabling on-demand network access
API-enabled with multiple levels of granularity

Digital ecosystem framework for Network as Code delivery

Open platform enabling CSP/developer bi-directional expansion of all network services
Easy to use SDK with digitized journeys, internal / external SaaS portals aiding rapid integration, service chain assembly and end-user configuration via APIs.

SaaS delivery framework

SaaS operations at web scale with fully automated management of SaaS service lifecycles across multiple clouds
Provides seamless software upgrades
Supports centralized and unified security compliance across SaaS services

SaaS business platform

Customer-facing, enabling digitized order-to-cash SaaS service lifecycles
Native integration with cloud service provider marketplaces

Executive interviews about Core SaaS

Fireside chat with NTT at MWC24

How Nokia envisages the future of the SaaS market

Nokia’s Core Software as a Service discussion with Omdia and Nokia experts

Elisa and Nokia deploy 5G Core as a Service

SaaS: The new way telco core networks are delivered and operated

How the service influences Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

The traditional network's total cost of ownership consists of many elements. If core network services are provided as a service, the TCO elements are simplified and reduced.

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Enterprise 5G Monetization: A core issue for CSPs

Core Software as a Service for business connectivity

Deploy, manage, and scale your core networks effortlessly, saving valuable time and resources. Experience fast deployment of tailored core networks, empowering specialized services. Provide on-demand telco-grade connectivity to your partners, streamlining operations and maximizing B2B revenue.

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Accelerating B2B revenue

Core SaaS to support B2B use cases

Explore the specialized business-focused connectivity services, covering IoT, Smart Cities, and 5G stadiums. Discover the capabilities of Nokia Core Software as a Service (core SaaS), which provides subscription-based, cost-effective solutions for delivering high-speed 5G connectivity to various business scenarios. Learn how core SaaS meets the communication needs of Mobile Virtual Network Operators and Enterprises, offering them reliable and innovative solutions.

How to benefit from Core SaaS?

SaaS enables many use cases:

Modernize network operations

Provision test environments for digital transformation projects, technology trials or innovation labs.

Pop-up network on demand

Industry 4.0 requires rapid scalability of telco networks. Organizations may require peak load or event-related network expansion.

MVNE/MVNO as a Service

Rapid, low risk deployment for Virtual Network Operators, neutral hosting solution providers or digital wholesalers.

Enterprise demands

Individual, scalable core for existing enterprises like utilities, railways, smart cities or government units. Also meets the agile needs of entrepreneur companies wanting to test market opportunities.

Metaverse experience

An on-demand core network can be set up for emerging opportunities like augmented reality and low latency use cases

Network as Code

Exposes Core SaaS capabilities via open APIs for new services in multiple service chains.

The concept of the future for Core

Nokia Core Software as a Service will introduce a new way to build and run 5G core networks to ensure speed and scale with less investment and lower risk. This on-demand, off-the-shelf and consumption-based ordering capability is heading our way.

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