5G Core / SBA End-to-End Slicing
5G networks introduce a new level of flexibility and scale. At the heart of this transformation lies the 5G Core with its Service-Based Architecture (SBA) and the capability to deliver true end-to-end slicing. These innovations enable operators to serve diverse verticals such as IoT, fixed wireless, eHealth, manufacturing, smart cities, and public protection and disaster recovery. Each use case comes with its own performance, resiliency, and latency requirements that must be validated in realistic conditions.
EANTC specializes in comprehensive 5G benchmarking that spans from the radio to the core network. We help operators address the challenges of massive throughput growth, dense radio deployments, and the complexity of migrations from 4G to 5G, and from Non-Stand-Alone to Stand-Alone architectures. Our independent expertise ensures that new services can be deployed reliably, securely, and at scale.
Benefits for Service Providers
Reduced implementation risks: We identify defects, gaps, and scale limits early with realistic benchmarking and scenario testing.
Optimized operational costs: We uncover issues in the design and PoC phases, saving time and resources. Outsourcing testing to EANTC minimizes the internal effort required.
Accelerated 5G adoption: We validate whether networks meet the KPIs needed for 5G services and provide guidance to bridge gaps when performance falls short.
Faster detection of defects: We uncover connectivity, protocol, and topology issues at an early stage, avoiding costly delays during deployment.
5G Transport Network
A robust transport layer is essential to meet the stringent requirements of 5G. EANTC supports operators in:
Conducting gap analyses and preparing evolution plans for transport networks
Defining & validating KPIs to meet 5G transport performance targets
Designing edge data centers with optimal location and resilient interconnectivity
Verifying synchronization quality to meet 5G’s timing requirements
5G Applications
5G’s value lies in the applications it enables. EANTC ensures application readiness by:
Conducting E2E performance and capacity tests for Layer 7 applications
Validating resiliency of 5G applications under stress conditions
Developing and testing KPIs to meet specific application requirements
5G Core and Radio Access Validation
EANTC delivers end-to-end testing for 5G core and radio networks, ensuring functionality, performance, and interoperability:
5G NSA/SA core functions and O-RAN-based RAN
Multi-access Edge Computing and NFV/VNF validation
UPF performance across key interfaces (N3, N6, N9)
End-to-end slicing, QoS, and seamless integration with external networks
With decades of testing expertise, EANTC enables operators to validate 5G Core, SBA, and slicing technologies in complex, multi-vendor environments. Our independent benchmarking ensures that networks are prepared for future services, delivering high-quality user experiences across diverse use cases.