Ericsson announced on Sunday that Jordanian telco Umniah will deploy its artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions to reduce energy consumption across its network operations, following a successful proof-of-concept (PoC).
The PoC tested Ericsson's Intelligent RAN Power Saving solution, which is part of Ericsson's Service Continuity AI app suite. The solution uses a machine learning prediction model that continuously analyzes real-time network data and activity in neighboring cells to determine whether to deactivate, activate, or maintain network components.
According to Ericsson, this enables precise energy management and operational efficiency, as well as reductions in carbon dioxide emissions and operating costs.
The PoC with Ericsson's Intelligent RAN Power Saving solution –demonstrated a roughly 20% reduction in 5G daily power usage.
Umniah Jordan CTO Alaa Ibrahim said the telco has agreed to proceed will full-scale implementation of the solution.
“The positive outcomes of the initial proof-of-concept were clear, and we are eager to see the benefits of this AI-enhanced power-saving technology on a larger scale,” he said in a statement.
The news follows a similar AI-related deal by Ericsson and Umniah Jordan in March this year. Under that deal, Umniah said it would deploy Ericsson’s Cognitive Software AI solutions to optimise its network and address critical aspects of its network in key locations, including Amman and surrounding areas.
Ericsson also revealed in May that it had signed an MoU with Umniah to expand its 3G and 4G network in major cities across Jordan.
