CASE STUDY

Edge Computing Provider Accelerates 5G Growth Through Platform Modernization

Industry

Telecom & Media

Our Contributions

Modernization & Migration, Cloud-native AI Platform Engineering, Intelligent DevSecOps, AIOps, Autonomous & Generative testing

The Challenge

A provider of carrier-grade cloud-native platforms for edge computing, powering 5G deployments in the USA and EU, faced critical challenges as rapid 5G growth created demands their existing platform couldn't meet.

Key challenges included an outdated platform that couldn't keep up with 5G growth, equipment limitations that hurt new business opportunities, capacity constraints, poor system monitoring, energy efficiency concerns, and testing delays. They needed a modern edge computing platform delivering high availability, scalability, and carrier-grade reliability for 5G technology.

How We Did It

Encora partnered with this edge computing leader to modernize their platform for 5G demands, taking a comprehensive approach to transform infrastructure while improving energy efficiency.

Cloud Platform Development and Architecture

We rebuilt their product using modern cloud technology with improved organization, enabling the system to handle 5G requirements. Legacy components were updated into flexible, modular pieces.

Testing and Security Enhancement

We improved testing environments to provide better coverage and faster feedback while ensuring comprehensive system checks for reliability and security.

The Result: Modernized Platform That Enabled Massive 5G Expansion

Working with Encora, the client modernized their edge computing platform to support massive 5G expansion and enhanced testing capabilities.

300%

Increase in platform deployments

500%

Increase in large-scale test lab capacity

Thousands of edge locations deployed supporting network functions across the US and EU markets
Expanded hardware catalog with integrated and external device support
AI-powered virtual assistant for administrators managing distributed networks
Faster time-to-market through accelerated modernization delivery

The client evolved from struggling with platform limitations to leading 5G innovation with enhanced deployment and testing capabilities.

The Bottom Line

This comprehensive modernization transformed the edge computing provider into a market leader capable of supporting massive 5G expansion. With enhanced deployment capabilities, expanded testing capacity, and modern infrastructure meeting sustainability requirements, they're positioned to drive the next generation of telecommunications innovation.