Clearwire Selects Ericsson for Managed Services
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
· Clearwire to Leverage Ericsson's Global Best Practices, State-of-the-
Art Tools and Processes to Maximize Efficiencies, Provide Continued Network
Quality and Reduce Operating Costs
· Clearwire Retains Ownership of All Network Assets and Full
Responsibility for Future Network Technology and Strategy Decisions
· Ericsson Responsible for Network Engineering, Operations and
Maintenance for Clearwire's Core, Transmission and Access Networks
· Ericsson to Add Approximately 700 Clearwire Employees
Clearwire Corporation (NASDAQ: CLWR), a leading provider of 4G wireless
broadband services in the U.S., and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today announced a
seven-year, managed services partnership that will transfer the day-to-day
management of Clearwire's 4G network to Ericsson and allow Clearwire to realize
operational efficiencies and reduce operating costs.
"Clearwire's effort to reduce costs and maximize efficiency while delivering a
high quality mobile broadband service to our customers extends to all parts of
our business," said Erik Prusch, Clearwire's chief operating officer. "By
engaging Ericsson, a proven leader in managed network services, we can achieve
those objectives, and benefit from their extensive global expertise and best-
practices developed while serving clients around the world."
"We greatly appreciate the tireless contributions the talented people on our
network services team have made in building Clearwire's 4G network and laying
the foundation for our success," Prusch continued. "We are pleased they will
have new opportunities within Ericsson to support our customers, and further
position Clearwire as the leader in mobile broadband."
Key aspects of the partnership include:
· Clearwire retains ownership of all network assets and full
responsibility for future technology and strategy decisions.
· Ericsson will be responsible for network engineering, operations and
maintenance, including field services, 24X7 network monitoring, end-to-end
engineering, provisioning and routine maintenance.
· Clearwire will remain the primary point of contact for all
interactions with customers, wholesale partners and equipment vendors.
· Approximately 700 Clearwire employees are expected to begin performing
their network functions as Ericsson employees in locations around the United
States before mid-year 2011.
"The responsibility for network engineering, operations and maintenance of one
of the leading mobile broadband networks in North America is one that Ericsson
takes very seriously," said Angel Ruiz, head of Ericsson's North American
operations. "We look forward to welcoming the Clearwire employees to Ericsson
and appreciate the unique skills and expertise they bring to our company."
"This managed services partnership is the next logical step for both Clearwire
and Ericsson, one that will have significant near -term and long-term benefits
for Clearwire's employees, customers, retail distributors and investors,"
observed Berge Ayvazian, Senior Consultant with Heavy Reading. "It also
represents Ericsson's second managed services contract in the U.S., building on
the Network Advantage agreement that has already delivered major operational and
economic benefits for Sprint."
In 2009, Ericsson entered into a similar network management partnership with
Sprint, Clearwire's largest shareholder and wholesale partner. Ericsson's
experience and track record for success in Managed Services will also offer
Clearwire an efficient, cost-effective way to manage its network. Ericsson has
invested more than $1 billion in state-of-the art tools, processes and global
best practices. The networks that Ericsson manages for operators serve over 800
million subscribers worldwide. In addition, Ericsson provides 24/7 tech support
to operators for well over two billion subscribers.
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Ericsson is the world's leading provider of technology and services to telecom
operators. Ericsson is the leader in 2G, 3G and 4G mobile technologies, and
provides support for networks with over 2 billion subscribers and has the
leading position in managed services. The company's portfolio comprises mobile
and fixed network infrastructure, telecom services, software, broadband and
multimedia solutions for operators, enterprises and the media industry. The Sony
Ericsson and ST-Ericsson joint ventures provide consumers with feature-rich
personal mobile devices.
Ericsson is advancing its vision of being the "prime driver in an all-
communicating world" through innovation, technology, and sustainable business
solutions. Working in 180 countries, more than 90,000 employees generated
revenue of SEK 203.3 billion (USD 28.2 billion) in 2010. Founded in 1876 with
the headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson is listed on NASDAQ OMX,
Stockholm and NASDAQ New York.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT
Ericsson Media Relations (USA)
Kathy Egan
Phone: +1 212 843 8422
E-mail:kathy.egan(at)ericsson.com
Ericsson Corporate Public & Media Relations
Phone: +46 10 719 69 92
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Ericsson Investor Relations
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E-mail:investor.relations(at)ericsson.com
About Clearwire
Clearwire Corporation (NASDAQ:CLWR), through its operating subsidiaries, is a
leading provider of mobile broadband services. Clearwire's 4G network is
currently available in areas of the U.S. where 130 million people live.
Clearwire's open all-IP network, combined with significant spectrum holdings,
provides an unprecedented combination of speed and mobility to deliver next
generation broadband access. The company markets its service through its own
brand called CLEAR® as well as through its wholesale relationships with Sprint,
Comcast, Time Warner Cable, Locus Telecommunications, Cbeyond, Mitel and Best
Buy. Strategic investors include Intel Capital, Comcast, Sprint, Google, Time
Warner Cable, and Bright House Networks. Clearwire is headquartered in Kirkland,
Wash., additional information is available at http://www.clearwire.com.
CONTACTS:
Investor Relations:
Paul Blalock, 425-636-5828
paul.blalock(at)clearwire.com
Media Relations:
Susan Johnston, 425-216-7913
susan.johnston(at)clearwire.com
JLM Partners for Clearwire:
Mike DiGioia or Jeremy Pemble, 206-381-3600
mike(at)jlmpartners.com or jeremy(at)jlmpartners.com
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