AI powered transformation: Banglalink elevates efficiency with P.I. Works

Innovative digital operator Banglalink has taken a significant step towards optimizing energy efficiency and improving user experience by adopting the P.I. Works' Predictive Energy Saving (PES) module integrated with Self-Organizing Networks (SON) capabilities. Banglalink has incorporated Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) into its engineering processes, using P.I. Works' AI solutions. 

The innovative SON modules help to reduce energy consumption by deactivating underutilized carriers. Banglalink has enhanced network performance with coordinated SON features while minimizing human errors, ultimately elevating user experience. This AI-driven approach is part of Banglalink's AI1440 strategy, which aims to optimize operations every minute of the day. By leveraging AI, the company has improved operational efficiency, reduced costs, and minimized its environmental impact, all while delivering a seamless and superior customer experience.

The AI and ML-powered system can collect, process, and analyze massive amounts of data to execute decisions without human intervention, ultimately stepping up the game of Quality of Service (QoS) assurance in near real-time. P.I. Works is a global player in the solution provider ecosystem, bringing extensive experience and insights into diverse markets to customize solutions based on the needs of individual companies. Banglalink has also prioritized energy reduction and decarbonization initiatives by deactivating underutilized carriers during low usage hours. 

Since its implementation in May 2024, Banglalink has successfully implemented SON solutions actions across 15.5 thousand base stations and executed intelligent decisions by processing billions of data points. This approach ensures no impact on network performance while significantly improving Quality of Service (QoS) and reducing energy consumption. As a result, Banglalink has achieved up to 15% performance improvement on applicable cells and a 3.00% reduction in energy usage on a network scale. 

Huseyin Turker, Chief Technology and Information Officer, Banglalink, said, "Banglalink is at the forefront of leveraging AI-driven innovation to transform the telecommunications industry while P.I. Work's AI-powered Self-Organized Network (SON) tools are simplifying network management and significantly enhancing operational efficiency in various capacities. By integrating their advanced AI algorithms, we have achieved real-time network resource optimisation and dynamic traffic management, ensuring seamless connectivity and an improved user experience. This initiative aligns perfectly with our AI 1440 strategy, enabling us to reduce operational costs while substantially boosting Banglalink's Network Promoter Score. Looking ahead, we remain dedicated to breaking new ground, delivering exceptional service, and fostering sustainable growth for a greener future." 

Başar Akpınar, CEO & Co-Founder of P.I. Works said, “P.I. Works is committed to partner with Banglalink in their goals toward sustainable network operations, leveraging AI to maximize energy savings. Our solution not only enhances network efficiency but also plays a vital role in reducing carbon emissions, perfectly complementing Banglalink’s strategy toward building a sustainable future for their network and Bangladesh.” 

About Banglalink: www.banglalink.net 

Banglalink is one of the leading digital communications service providers in Bangladesh, working to unlock new opportunities for its customers as they navigate the digital world. Driven by the vision of transforming lives through technology, Banglalink also strives to transform into a future-ready service provider capable of catering to the demands of the new digital era. It is a subsidiary of VEON Ltd - a Nasdaq and Euronext-listed connectivity provider headquartered in the Netherlands.