HCL Technologies Adds Three Network Automation rApps to Ericsson's rApp Directory
HCL Technologies announced the inclusion of three network automation RAN applications in Ericsson's rApp Directory on March 03. The three rApps - Traffic Balancer, Energy Optimizer, and Network Slice Optimizer - expand the company's contribution to open, standards-based RAN automation. This development empowers global communication service providers to accelerate network automation with seamless discoverable solutions, helping operators scale 5G and embrace autonomous networks.
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HCL Technologies announced on March 03 the inclusion of three network automation RAN applications (rApp) in Ericsson's rApp Directory, marking a significant expansion of the company's contribution to open, standards-based RAN automation. The announcement was made from Barcelona, Spain and Noida, India, highlighting the global nature of this technological collaboration.
Network Automation Solutions Added
The rApp Directory by Ericsson serves as the catalog of commercially available rApps for the Ericsson Intelligent Automation Platform (EIAP). HCL Technologies' addition of three specialized applications demonstrates the company's commitment to productizing network automation within standardized, open ecosystems.
| rApp Solution: | Functionality |
|---|---|
| Traffic Balancer rApp: | Analyzes network conditions and redistributes traffic across available paths to minimize congestion and reduce latency |
| Energy Optimizer rApp: | Scales base station resources during low-traffic periods to improve energy efficiency without compromising service quality |
| Network Slice Optimizer rApp: | Allocates physical resource blocks to support multiple 5G network slices with distinct service-level requirements |
Strategic Impact on Network Automation
According to Hari Sadarahalli, Corporate Vice President and Global Head, Engineering and R&D Services at HCL Technologies, these rApps highlight the company's commitment to productizing network automation within standardized, open ecosystems. Leveraging Ericsson's EIAP framework enables the delivery of modular, interoperable solutions that accelerate deployment, simplify integration and drive efficiency across 4G and 5G networks.
Empowering Global Communication Service Providers
The additions to Ericsson's rApp Directory empower global communication service providers to accelerate network automation with seamless discoverable solutions. This development helps operators scale 5G and embrace autonomous networks with trusted, real-world-ready automation solutions. The focus on open standards ensures interoperability and reduces integration complexity for telecom operators worldwide.
Company Profile
HCL Technologies operates as a global technology company with more than 226,300 people across 60 countries. The company delivers industry-leading capabilities centered around AI, digital, engineering, cloud and software, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. HCL Technologies serves clients across major verticals including Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, High Tech, Semiconductor, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, Mobility and Public Services. The company reported consolidated revenues of $14.50 billion for the 12 months ending December 2025.
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