AIS Thailand and Huawei have announced the launch of the RAN Intelligence Pioneers Program, a collaborative initiative aimed at advancing wireless intelligence and building robust, intelligent wireless networks. The program is part of AIS’s strategy to achieve Autonomous Networks (AN) Level 4 by 2025, in which networks can self-manage with minimal human intervention.
Over the past two years, AIS, in collaboration with Huawei, has made significant strides in wireless intelligence, achieving AN L3 in critical wireless scenarios. Key developments include applications like base station outage detection and intelligent traffic burst optimization, enhancing network traffic management and operational efficiency, which has resulted in improved user experiences and satisfaction.
The RAN Intelligence Pioneers Program brings together Huawei, telecom operators, and industry partners to explore new opportunities in intelligent wireless networks through advanced technologies like foundation models and digital twins. This program aims to unlock new business potential and economic value in the wireless sector, positioning AIS as a key partner in achieving autonomous wireless networks.
AIS and Huawei will collaborate on three main areas:
Decision-making intelligence technologies to enhance 5G and future 5G-A user experiences.
Digital twin technology for optimizing energy-saving measures while maintaining performance.
The use of generative AI (GenAI) to enhance network operations, diagnose issues, and provide expert advice for maintenance and forecasting.
Kitti Ngarmchatetanarom, Chief Technology Officer of AIS, emphasized that this partnership will accelerate the company’s progress toward AN L4 and transform AIS from a traditional service provider into a leader in cognitive technology.
Calvin Zhao, President of Huawei Wireless Network MAE Product Line, reiterated Huawei’s commitment to innovation in collaboration with partners, noting that the RAN Intelligence Pioneers Program will help drive advancements in wireless intelligence and set new standards for 5G network deployment.