Vi Teams Up with Cisco to Boost 4G & 5G Networks Across India
In a significant development, Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced its partnership with Cisco, the worldwide leader in networking and security, to transform its network infrastructure. This collaboration aims to significantly enhance agility, efficiency, and scalability, while elevating the user experience for customers across India. As part of this partnership, Vi will deploy a cutting-edge Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)-based transport.
The partnership between Vi and Cisco is a strategic move to future-proof Vi’s 4G and 5G networks, ensuring a seamless and high-quality experience for its customers. With Cisco’s expertise in networking and security, Vi will be able to enhance its network capabilities, improve customer satisfaction, and stay ahead of the competition.
MPLS-based transport is a highly efficient and scalable technology that enables Vi to manage its network traffic more effectively. This technology allows for the prioritization of critical traffic, such as voice and video, ensuring that these services receive the necessary bandwidth and latency to provide a high-quality experience for customers.
The deployment of MPLS-based transport will also enable Vi to provide better network security and resilience. With Cisco’s advanced security features, Vi will be able to detect and prevent security threats more effectively, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of its customers’ data.
Vi’s partnership with Cisco is not limited to the deployment of MPLS-based transport. The two companies will also work together to develop and implement a range of other network solutions, including network function virtualization (NFV), software-defined networking (SDN), and the Internet of Things (IoT).
NFV is a technology that enables Vi to virtualize its network functions, such as firewalls and routers, making it easier to manage and maintain its network infrastructure. SDN, on the other hand, is a technology that enables Vi to program and manage its network more effectively, allowing for greater flexibility and scalability.
The deployment of these technologies will enable Vi to reduce its network operating expenses, improve its network agility and responsiveness, and provide better services to its customers. With Cisco’s expertise in these areas, Vi will be able to stay ahead of the competition and provide its customers with the best possible experience.
The partnership between Vi and Cisco is a significant development for the Indian telecom industry, as it demonstrates the commitment of both companies to invest in and transform their network infrastructure. The deployment of MPLS-based transport and other advanced network solutions will enable Vi to provide better services to its customers, while also improving its network efficiency and scalability.
In a statement, Vi’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) said, “We are excited to partner with Cisco to transform our network infrastructure. This partnership will enable us to provide better services to our customers, improve our network efficiency and scalability, and stay ahead of the competition. Cisco’s expertise in networking and security will be invaluable in helping us achieve our goals.”
Similarly, Cisco’s Executive Vice President and General Manager of its Service Provider Business said, “We are thrilled to partner with Vi to help transform its network infrastructure. Our cutting-edge technologies, such as MPLS-based transport, NFV, and SDN, will enable Vi to provide better services to its customers, improve its network efficiency and scalability, and stay ahead of the competition. We look forward to working with Vi to achieve these goals.”
In conclusion, the partnership between Vi and Cisco is a significant development for the Indian telecom industry. The deployment of MPLS-based transport and other advanced network solutions will enable Vi to provide better services to its customers, while also improving its network efficiency and scalability. With Cisco’s expertise in networking and security, Vi will be able to stay ahead of the competition and provide its customers with the best possible experience.
