Infrastructure Solutions

Installation and Operations for Telecoms Networks

Fujitsu's services and solutions sit at the heart of UK telecommunications providers' operations, reflecting our complete, in-depth understanding of the national access network.

Our internal and external services address wide-ranging applications, from programme and project management, next generation access implementation, and complete installation and commissioning – through to network civil works, cabling, mobile solutions and managed network operations.

We deliver an unparalleled selection of managed build and operational services, to provide a seamless end-to-end solution for network transformation. Our customers deploy our internal and external service solutions for many applications – whether optimising operational spend, rolling-out the latest generation technology, or unlocking more value from their existing telecoms estate. Our service ethos of lean operations, delivering on our commitments and demonstrating continuous improvement, positions us as a strategic service partner – adding value in operations, finance and customer retention, even during turbulent market conditions.

Project and Programme Management

Our experienced engineers and project managers handle internal and external telecommunications programmes – to time, cost and quality targets. Fujitsu’s Prince 2-accredited project office is experienced in complex civil works, the latest construction methods, and multi-site, multi-technology implementations.

Next Generation Access Networks Implementation

Fujitsu’s Total Implementation installation service minimises the costs and risks associated with large scale network deployments. Our design, planning and implementation expertise includes copper, fibre, Ethernet, FTTx and wireless domains, while our full-solution wrap addresses all elements – from cabinet and technology design, through to civil works, noticing, NRSWA and handover.

Installation and Commissioning Solutions

Our multi-vendor, end-to-end implementations benefit from our 25 years’ experience of working with European telecoms service providers, using our best-practice approach and proven methodology. Our multi-skilled in-house field resource operates throughout the country to achieve reduced lead times, while our security-cleared staff have expertise in multi-vendor equipment, and in commercial and retail installs.

Network Civil Works

Our range of flexible and scalable specialist civil engineering solutions positions Fujitsu as the partner of choice, for the installation and maintenance of telecommunications and communications infrastructure. As a fully accredited national service delivery organisation, our resources are available 24/365 for large-scale deployments or individual projects.

Business and External Cabling

Fujitsu’s infrastructure solutions and installation services provide coverage throughout the UK, delivering integrated communication cabling systems. We offer reliable and effective deployments, to stringent quality and service standards, with our installation and maintenance teams employing the latest provisioning techniques, whether copper or fibre.

Mobile Network Solutions

Our full-service offering encompasses site acquisitions, detailed planning and local authority liaison, as well as noticing, street works and site construction. We work with mobile service providers, to deliver value and quality results, handling all aspects from mast erection, equipment and antenna installations, to acceptance testing and site handovers.

Managed Network Operations

Fujitsu delivers assured managed network operational services to UK and European telecoms service providers. Our national infrastructure operates 24/365, ensuring the right engineer and the right part, at the required time and location. We offer first-, second- and third-line maintenance, with a Network Operations Centre and a comprehensive network management solution.

Case Studies
Insights & Opinions

Citizen: Global Telecommunications Case Study: Being a global service support partner for a top player in the telecommunications industry demands not only a global presence, but above all, the ability to offer central control of services that are geographically widely spread. Fujitsu demonstrate this expertise throughout the entire process chain – from orders for network components, to shipment, to support.

Ministry of Defence: Providing Telecommunications IT Services with BT in Germany: Fujitsu provides a helpdesk, maintenance support for a wide range of communications equipment in Germany as well as project support for BT in the installation and design of new equipment and systems.

Insights & Opinions

Wholesale mobile: The conventional view of the mobile virtual network operator is out of date. Service providers that buy wholesale minutes at a discount price and sell no-frills telephony and text messaging to price-sensitive customers are finding it hard to survive.

Overcoming Separation Anxiety: Fujitsu's Graeme Wright argues business leaders must plan more effectively when engaging in divestment activity. Critically, he says, they must involve their CIOs from the very outset of discussions if they are to navigate the IT, cultural and strategic challenges of any separation successfully. He illustrates the benefits and opportunities this could bring, as well as warning of the potentially ruinous consequence of neglecting IT and people issues.

How Mobile Technology: As connected in-vehicle IT becomes increasingly key to car-buyers’ purchasing decisions, it’s time for vehicle manufacturers to think more like smartphone suppliers.