BT, one of the UK’s leading telecommunication companies, has announced the launch of a multi-million-pound investment deal with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to bring 4G and 5G mobile edge computing services to its customers. The new venture is a combination of EE’s national 4G and 5G wireless networks with AWS Wavelength, promising faster and more secure internet connections for areas such as policing, crowd management, healthcare, and security. BT is investing significantly in its existing mobile networks by introducing capabilities from AWS Wavelength throughout the UK – beginning with the launch of an AWS Wavelength Zone in Manchester. This service allows customers access to ultra-low latency applications without leaving BT‘s network thanks to hosting services right at the edge of EE’s network.
This partnership could be a revolutionary way for businesses to access enhanced technology without sacrificing speed or stability. The goal is to create unique opportunities for increased productivity and efficiency while keeping customers connected at all times and in any location. Furthermore, leveraging BT’s 5G infrastructure, customers can also benefit from improved performance due to the lower latency rates associated with 5G technology when compared with current 4G services. The move showcases BT’s commitment towards providing innovative technology that is built upon reliable infrastructure which has been underlined by this investment deal with AWS. As the world continues its shift towards cloud technologies, initiatives such as this presents tremendous potential for businesses across several sectors and verticals in terms of modernizing their processes and operations.
So far Manchester will be the first UK city where this service is available but there are plans for it to be rolled out across many more locations soon – placing BT firmly at the cutting edge of connected technology solutions in Britain today. We are excited to see the impact that this technology will have on business operations, productivity and customer satisfaction for years to come. This is yet another step in BT’s journey towards creating a smarter and more connected world. The company has always been committed to making sure their customers are able to access the best services possible, whether it be through the introduction of 5G or cloud-based solutions like those offered by AWS Wavelength. We look forward to seeing how this alliance between BT and AWS will continue to benefit customers in the future.