Ericsson and Deutsche Telekom (DT) are launching a commercial partnership to offer communication and network APIs to developers and enterprises.
A key component of Ericsson’s enterprise strategy is to build a global platform to expose advanced 5G capabilities – such as quality on demand, speed, latency, and location – through easy to consume network APIs.
The company believes this approach will allow developers and enterprises to integrate network features into their applications which will accelerate enterprise digitalisation and create new ways for operators to monetise their network investments.
A key component in building the global platform is Ericsson’s acquisition of Vonage with its communications platform as a service (CPaaS) capabilities and developer community. Today’s announcement represents an industry milestone where Deutsche Telekom will offer a portal for APIs powered by Vonage.
Börje Ekholm, president and CEO, Ericsson, said, “The API business will open up additional revenue possibilities which will further enhance the future network buildout. We are thrilled to support DT as they launch communication offerings to enterprises by providing network APIs to the developer community.”
Tim Höttges, CEO, Deutsche Telekom, added, “At Deutsche Telekom, we are proud to be among the first network operators to make our network APIs available commercially, together with our valued partner Ericsson.
“Our network is the very foundation of our company. By opening it up, we are creating new ways for customers and developers to generate value for their business.”