
The latest thought leadership from our expert teams

A new way forward for industry: the pervasive intelligence of evolved intent-based networking
This paper outlines our concept of ‘evolved intent-based networks’ – utilising pervasive intelligence from across an entire communications network to automate configuration that supports a specific set business of requirements. The ability to assure a specific service and experience level offers huge opportunities.
- AI & Analytics
- Connectivity & IoT
- Digital service innovation
- Radio systems

RIC and roll: how to unlock the true value of O-RAN
This whitepaper explores the critical role that the RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC) plays in transforming the network and empowering operators to create and monetise distinctive service propositions. In other words, it’s the RIC that can unlock the true value of the “open” proposition of Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN).
- AI & Analytics
- Connectivity & IoT
- Digital service innovation
- Radio systems

Mobilizing private 5G networks
Private 5G networks promise to deliver huge business advantage. But, where to start if you are an enterprise, carrier or technology supplier considering deployment? This whitepaper is a practical guide to deploying a private 5G network for maximum business impact, including when using CBRS spectrum in the United States.
- AI & Analytics
- Connectivity & IoT
- Digital service innovation
- Radio systems

Chiplets: the path to IoT diversity
In this whitepaper, we explore why chiplets offer a path towards increased IoT diversity, bringing benefits to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and semiconductor companies alike.
- AI & Data Analytics consultancy
- Connectivity & IoT
- Electronics & ASICs
- Product realisation

Collaborating with Vodafone to support the UN Global Biodiversity Framework
CC is collaborating with telecommunications multinational Vodafone on an exciting project that supports the ambitions of the UN’s Global Biodiversity Framework for businesses. A technology solution is being developed to tackle conflict when humans and wildlife coexist in close proximity.
- Sustainability

Developing private network technologies for demanding use cases: Finding the right path forward
Adopting a private network can be game-changing in enabling greater productivity, flexibility and differentiation for enterprises with complex and demanding needs, but where to start? In this Innovation Briefing, we explore the emerging drivers for private network adoption and the key considerations of vendors and enterprises when developing technologies for demanding use cases.
- AI & Analytics
- Connectivity & IoT
- Digital security
- Radio systems
- Strategic advice

Quantum computing adoption – it’s time to seize the initiative
Quantum technology commercial adoption will be gradual – but that doesn’t mean ambitious business leaders should adopt a wait and see approach. In this video interview with Chris Bruce of Cambridge Tech Week, quantum algorithm expert James Cruise outlines his vision for quantum technology, and specifically quantum computing…
- AI & Analytics

What is neuromorphic computing and why do businesses and society need it?
Neuromorphic computing, inspired by biology and mimicking the human brain, promises both extraordinary performance and incredible energy efficiency.
- AI & Analytics
- Connectivity & IoT
- Electronics & ASICs

Introducing the 5G innovation space – where real opportunity awaits
Welcome to the 5G innovation space – the 10% of functionality that represents a transformational commercial opportunity for those who grasp it.
- Connectivity & IoT
- Radio systems
- Strategic advice

From bench to scale: our workshop insights for tough tech start ups
It soon becomes crunch time for an entrepreneurial start up with a ground-breaking idea in tough tech innovation. While exploring some of the details of CC’s workshop approach, Roger Mainwaring-Burton reveal the secrets of taking a product, service or company from benchtop to scale to success in the market…
- Innovation management
- Product realisation
- Project management
- Strategic advice

How O-RAN and AI are set to transform service performance
We are entering a pivotal period for the future of telecommunications. It’s time to move towards the opportunities offered by O-RAN and AI. These are keys to unlock optimised network automation and maximised service performance.
- AI & Analytics
- Connectivity & IoT
- Digital service innovation
- Radio systems

Trusting autonomy and ensuring quantum resilience for government as security threats emerge
Potential quantum attacks on government agencies and the military are part and parcel of the changing security landscape. In turn, government organizations are exploring the use of quantum for defense security, as well as the efficiencies of future states that these technologies will enable for mission-critical operations.
- Innovation management
- Product realisation
- Project management
- Strategic advice