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Microsoft and Ericsson Partner to Enable Enterprise-Grade 5G Laptop Management in Windows 11
Microsoft and Ericsson have partnered to bring enterprise-grade 5G laptop management capabilities to Windows 11, aiming to simplify how organizations deploy and manage cellular-connected devices. The collaboration integrates Ericsson’s enterprise 5G management technology with Windows 11, enabling IT administrators to provision, monitor and manage mobile connectivity directly through familiar endpoint management tools. With this, embedding AI-based 5G management enables IT teams to automate how devices connect allowing seamless switching between CSPs. Microsoft Intune ensures secure connectivity profiles and compliant user experiences. Surface Copilot on PCs are also being piloted with the new 5G management capabilities.
As 5G-enabled laptops become more common in hybrid and field-based workforces, enterprises face growing complexity in managing cellular subscriptions alongside traditional Wi-Fi connectivity. By embedding advanced 5G management into Windows 11, Microsoft and Ericsson are positioning cellular connectivity as a first-class enterprise endpoint feature rather than a niche add-on. For IT teams, the integration promises more consistent policy enforcement, simplified digital provisioning and improved visibility into device connectivity across distributed workforces.
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Posted by Redmond Channel Partner magazine staff on February 18, 2026