Next Generation Mobile Networks

It was founded by major mobile operators in 2006 as an open forum to evaluate candidate technologies to develop a common view of solutions for the next evolution of wireless networks.

Its objective is to ensure the successful commercial launch of future mobile broadband networks through a roadmap for technology and friendly user trials.

[2][3] The Initial phase of the NGMN Alliance involved working groups on technology, spectrum, intellectual property rights (IPR), ecosystem, and trials, to enable the launch of commercial next generation mobile services in 2010.

In a white paper first released in March 2006, NGMN summarized a vision for mobile broadband communications and included recommendations as well as requirements.

The main 5G NGMN work-items for 2015 were: the development of technical 5G requirements and architectural design principles, the analysis of potential 5G solutions and the assessment of future use-cases and business models.

Furthermore the NGMN Alliance positioned itself to provide a fully integrated solution for Verticals that encompasses networks, clouds and platforms, with dynamic customisation, partnerships, end-to-end management, carrier-grade security and efficient spectrum use.

At the same time the organisation highlighted that an increased focus needs to be given to further improving energy efficiency, sustainability, social wellbeing, trust, and digital inclusion.

The remainder comprises vendors and manufacturers accounting for more than 90% of the global footprint of mobile network development as well as universities or non-industrial research institutes.

[3] In July 2010, the alliance and the TM Forum agreed to work together on optimized management systems and operations of the next generation of mobile networks.