Get ready for a thrilling journey into the world of 5G engineering! NTT DATA, a global powerhouse in AI and digital services, has once again proven its leadership in the 5G arena. But here's where it gets controversial...
In the latest Everest Group's 5G Engineering Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025, NTT DATA emerged as a Leader, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the industry. This recognition is a testament to NTT DATA's unwavering commitment to innovation and its ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions.
The report evaluated an impressive 20 top providers in the 5G engineering ecosystem, focusing on their vision, capabilities, and market impact. And this is the part most people miss: NTT DATA's comprehensive offerings across the entire value chain, from equipment and network orchestration to engineering solutions and use case deployments, set it apart as a true end-to-end solutions provider.
Everest Group praised NTT DATA's unique delivery model, which offers clients the best of both worlds: local proximity, access to regional talent, and cost efficiency at scale. This recognition also reflects NTT DATA's ongoing investments in intellectual property development, strategic partnerships, and its global network of labs and Centers of Excellence (CoEs).
"NTT DATA's leadership in the 5G space is undeniable. Its rapid client expansion, combined capabilities post-merger, and a robust services portfolio spanning the 5G value chain are key strengths. The company's focus on end-to-end solutions, in-house IP, and investments in labs and CoEs enhance service quality. NTT DATA is diversifying its portfolio across private 5G, AI, NTN, and monetization-oriented use cases. Clients appreciate NTT DATA's telecom heritage, efficient delivery model, and global consistency in execution," said Nishant Udupa, Practice Director at Everest Group.
The report further highlighted NTT DATA's ability to harness emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Non-terrestrial Networks (NTN), Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), and monetization strategies as key strengths. NTT DATA's strong presence in private 5G was also noted as a significant advantage.
As enterprises embrace private 5G to power intelligent operations, digital transformations, and new revenue streams, NTT DATA is at the forefront, delivering innovative, outcome-driven solutions. Across industries like manufacturing, automotive, and smart cities, clients are already reaping the benefits of private 5G networks for AI-driven analytics, real-time monitoring, and enhanced connectivity. A recent success story is the City of Brownsville, Texas, which is leveraging NTT DATA's Private 5G network to enhance city operations and community services.
"Enterprises today expect private 5G to be more than just a connectivity solution. They see it as a catalyst for AI-based operations, including robotics and Physical AI. This recognition from Everest Group validates our ability to meet these expectations. By securing contracts with world-class clients, strategic partnerships, and our globally distributed delivery model, we help clients accelerate time to market, enhance performance, and unlock the full potential of private 5G," said Shahid Ahmed, Global Head of Edge Services, NTT DATA, Inc.
The PEAK Matrix® assessment is based on Everest Group's extensive research, including RFI submissions, briefings, and client references. Leaders in this space are distinguished by their significant investments in building IP, automation frameworks, and CoEs to support full-stack 5G engineering across RAN, core, private 5G, and monetization use cases, often in collaboration with hyperscalers, NEPs, and OEMs.
For more insights, check out the full report here.
About NTT DATA:
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are dedicated to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. As one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, we offer unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers, and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions empower organizations and society to embrace the digital future with confidence and sustainability. With experts in over 70 countries, we also provide clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers and established and startup partners. NTT DATA is part of the NTT Group, investing over $3 billion annually in R&D.
About Everest Group:
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