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Benefits for Telcos from this AI-driven automation in 5G-A massive MIMO environments. For
Convergence of 5G-A & AI: networks reduces the need instance, Orange has deployed an
Operational Efficiency & Revenue for manual intervention in AI-powered energy management
Growth operations, fault management, system across its European
The convergence of 5G-A and AI is and optimization. Vodafone’s networks, achieving up to energy
more than just a technology upgrade deployment of AI-based savings during off-peak hours by
– it’s a strategic enabler that delivers performance management intelligently powering down network
measurable benefits across the telco (called the United Performance resources without impacting user
value chain. From reducing operating Management (UPM)) led to a 70% experience .
costs to unlocking new revenue reduction in major incidents, directly • Self-Optimizing Networks (SON):
streams, early adopters are already impacting operational stability and AI allows 5G-A networks to
realizing the returns of building cost savings . adjust coverage, handovers, and
intelligent, AI-native 5G-A networks. • Energy Efficiency & Sustainability: AI capacity allocation autonomously
models optimize energy usage by – delivering better user experience
Operational Benefits: Smarter, dynamically switching off unused while minimizing human error. For
Leaner, Faster Networks base stations or adjusting power instance, Telefónica has deployed
• Automation & OPEX Reduction: output in real time – critical in AI-powered SON capabilities in

Addressable GPUaaS Market Addressed by Telcos

Source: McKinsey

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