HCLTech and Athonet partner to boost enterprise 5G deployments

HCLTech, a prominent global technology company, has announced a strategic partnership with Athonet, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company known for its leadership in mobile core network technology. This collaboration is set to enhance HCLTech’s offerings by integrating Athonet’s cutting-edge Private 5G technology into services for enterprises across various industries, including communication service providers (CSPs).

As part of this partnership, HCLTech plans to establish a dedicated HPE Private 5G lab in Noida, India. The lab will focus on exploring new use cases and demonstrating the industrial applications of private 5G technology, supporting enterprises in deploying and managing private networks that require high-speed and secure data transmission.

With over three decades of experience in telecom services and robust network delivery capabilities, HCLTech will utilize its extensive knowledge in 5G, cloud, edge computing, and digital transformation. This collaboration aims to empower enterprises to accelerate their private 5G network deployments, enhancing connectivity and unlocking new revenue streams.

Gurpreet Singh Kohli, Senior Vice President, Networks at HCLTech, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: “We are delighted to partner with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to bring the benefits of private 5G to our clients across various industries and geographies. With our combined strengths in 5G, cloud, edge, and digital transformation, we can help enterprises accelerate their private 5G deployments and unlock new revenue streams.”

David Stark, Vice President and General Manager, Telco Solutions at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, also commented on the partnership’s potential: “We are excited to embark on this strategic journey with HCLTech and look forward to co-innovation opportunities to help customers thrive in an increasingly evolving connectivity and network landscape. HCLTech’s deep technical expertise, vast experience in deploying new-age wireless technologies, and large ecosystem partner presence align with our mission to empower organizations with transformative technology solutions.”

This partnership is a significant move in the tech industry, promising to revolutionize how enterprises approach 5G technology. By combining HCLTech’s deployment capabilities with Athonet’s innovative mobile core solutions, the partnership is poised to set a new standard in network solutions and services.