nokia networksNokia Networks has signed network modernization and OSS transformation deals with Zain Kuwait. The network modernization contract is one large contract in its own and brings many first for the MEA markets like,

First Liquid Applications deployment in Zain’s commercial network

First refarming of 2100 MHz band for LTE launch

First carrier aggregation of 1800 MHz and 2100 MHz bands for improved LTE speed and coverage

First 4×2 Multiple Input and Multiple Output radio technology to enhance data throughput

First LTE small cells deployment to generate additional capacity

Under the OSS (operations support systems) transformation deal, Nokia has helped Zain Kuwait in simplifying its operations through complete OSS transformation. This will help the operator in making its services more customer-centric.

Vendor to implement its umbrella fault and performance management solution for Zain’s Telco and IT infrastructure

To implement centralized network management operations for significant improvement in Zain customers’ overall experience

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