1. New Technology Validation

• Purpose: To ensure that chipsets incorporating new wireless technologies, such as 5G NR, NB-IoT, and LTE-A, function correctly and consistently across various network types and configurations.
• Scope: IoTAS collaborates with chipset manufacturers to validate emerging technologies under operator-specific conditions. Our testing includes assessing compatibility with existing networks, backward compatibility, and performance benchmarks. We validate core technology elements like modulation schemes, carrier aggregation, massive MIMO, and beamforming, ensuring that each feature functions optimally across networks.
• Outcome: By verifying new technology implementations, we help manufacturers deliver cutting-edge chipsets that meet the demands of both legacy and next-generation networks, facilitating smooth integration and deployment with local operators.

2. Feature Validation in Local Operator Environments

• Purpose: To validate chipset features in actual operator networks, ensuring that they meet carrier-specific requirements and function correctly under real-world conditions.
• Scope: IoTAS works directly with local operators to set up real-world testing environments that allow for accurate feature validation. We test network-specific features such as Voice over LTE (VoLTE), Voice over New Radio (VoNR), carrier aggregation, data throughput, and handover capabilities. Our tests ensure that the chipset meets operator expectations for connectivity, quality, and resilience.
• Outcome: Chipsets validated in local operator environments are proven to deliver high performance and reliability on commercial networks, increasing the likelihood of operator certification and fast-tracking time-to-market.

3. Simulated Environment Testing

• Purpose: To conduct controlled testing of chipset features and technologies under a wide range of network conditions, using simulated environments to assess performance, stability, and interoperability.
• Scope: IoTAS utilizes state-of-the-art simulation tools to replicate diverse network conditions, including high-traffic scenarios, low-signal areas, and mobility challenges. This environment allows us to test edge-of-cell connectivity, data throughput, latency, roaming capabilities, and emergency call handling without relying solely on live networks. Through our simulation capabilities, we can adjust variables like signal strength, interference levels, and device density to stress-test chipset functionality.
• Outcome: Simulated testing allows chipset manufacturers to gain valuable insights into device performance in controlled yet challenging scenarios, identifying and addressing issues early in the development cycle. This process ensures that chipsets are robust and adaptable across varying network conditions.

4. Interoperability Testing

• Purpose: To verify that chipsets can operate seamlessly with other devices, network infrastructure, and technology components across different network standards and bands.
• Scope: Our interoperability testing covers multiple device types, network equipment, and technology combinations, ensuring that chipsets can communicate effectively in multi-vendor environments. This includes validating compliance with standards such as 3GPP for LTE and 5G, as well as proprietary protocols required by specific operators.
• Outcome: By validating interoperability, IoTAS helps chipset manufacturers create solutions that are network-agnostic, versatile, and compatible with global standards, facilitating broader market adoption.