Microsoft and Ericsson launched Enterprise 5G Connect validated on Surface 5G and Windows 11. It enables automatic network switching, enterprise managed cellular via Intune, eSIM provisioning, and policy enforcement to deliver secure, always-connected devices for mobile and hybrid workforce productivity.
Today Microsoft and Ericsson announced Enterprise 5G Connect validated on Surface 5G devices. The solution leverages Windows 11 native managed cellular connectivity to deliver automated, secure 5G for enterprise laptops.
Main feature/change and impact
Ericsson Enterprise 5G Connect integrates with Windows 11 enterprise managed cellular connectivity. It enables automatic network selection between private and public 5G without manual SIM swaps. The change reduces downtime for mobile and hybrid employees. IT gains centralized policy control and automated eSIM provisioning at scale.Practical implications
Enterprises can enforce network priority and prevent connections to untrusted networks. Integration with Microsoft Intune provides unified endpoint management for 5G devices. Surface 5G hardware plus Windows policy controls improves security for AI-driven workloads. Pilots with Ericsson preview customers focus on reliability and manageability across regions.“AI-powered 5G laptops are redefining how and where work gets done. Together with Microsoft and leading CSP partners, we’re enabling organizations to seamlessly automate the deployment and operations of secure, always-connected devices regardless location— creating a smarter, more responsive workplace for the AI era. This joint solution has the potential to transform enterprise IT and employee ways of working around the world.” –Erik Ekudden, Chief Technology Officer, EricssonMicrosoft and Ericsson deliver a managed, policy-driven path for enterprise 5G on Windows 11. IT teams should evaluate pilot results, Intune policies, and eSIM workflows for broader deployment. Organizations must plan network governance, compliance checks, and endpoint configurations before scaling.
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