Evolving Systems Comments on the GSMA Embedded SIM Initiative and Its Impact on Conventional SIM Cards - Seite 2

In addition, the DSA solution will help carriers adopt the Embedded SIM standard sooner, with less cost and effort. One of the key features of DSA is that it allows carriers to standardize on a single SIM card profile.

"Having discussed the topic with several DSA customers, they have shared with us their belief that by eliminating multiple SIM profiles for prepaid, postpaid and connected devices, and standardizing on a single SIM profile, they will be better prepared for eventual implementation of the proposed Embedded SIM standard," said Dupper.

"DSA has already helped many of our customers dramatically reduce the number of SIM types they support," Dupper added. "Our first production DSA customer went from over a thousand SIM types to standardizing on a single SIM type. And one of our most recent DSA customers, a very large operator with over 200 million subscribers, is planning to use DSA to reduce their current inventory of 69 SIM types to a single DSA SIM. They see DSA as a critical step in preparing for the Embedded SIM."

Another key feature of DSA is allowing a subscriber to choose, during the activation experience, a number and the most suitable payment plan for their needs. Subscriber choice is already at the core of the DSA product, whether it involves a Removable or Embedded SIM, and extending this to choice of network is a logical progression.

In summary, Dupper said, "We applaud the work GSMA is undertaking with the Embedded SIM initiative. We believe programs that give subscribers more choices and make activating and providing wireless service simpler will benefit the overall industry. Change is coming and we believe those who adopt and adapt will be well positioned to lead the market, and in the case of Embedded SIMs we believe DSA can be of immense value to those who choose to lead."

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