The 5G Open Innovation Lab, created through a collaboration between Altice Labs and the Instituto Politécnico de Leiria (IPL), was highlighted at the 11th ANACOM Conference, which focused on the theme “5G in action”.
Rafael Caldeirinha, a professor at IPL, emphasized that the lab’s primary goal is to accelerate the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With a private 5G standalone network and cutting-edge technologies, this space, located on the polytechnic campus, provides an ideal environment for testing and validating innovative and disruptive solutions.
Adhering to the motto “test before invest”, the Open Innovation Lab offers the necessary conditions and tools for companies to strategically validate revolutionary ideas before committing to investments. This approach helps mitigate risks associated with developing new products and ensures the efficiency of emerging technologies.
Altice Labs, with its extensive experience and technical expertise, has significantly contributed to this initiative, underscoring once again the benefits of collaborating with academia.