The Challenges Faced by MVNOs: The Demand for Revolutionized Connectivity

In the dynamic world of mobile connectivity, Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) face a slew of challenges that can hinder their ability to deliver seamless services. While the benefits of an MVNO business are compelling—offering flexibility and varied options—the operational realities can be complex and frustrating.

The Hurdles for MVNOs

Many MVNOs work with multiple Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to optimize coverage and performance. However, this often leads to complications. Each MNO may have different footprints, management portals, and SIM configurations. These discrepancies mean that an MVNO’s success can be heavily influenced by the strength of its agreements and the local infrastructure of each MNO. For instance, using a European SIM in Australia might lead to poor performance due to high latency, and regulatory challenges like permanent roaming restrictions can derail deployments in certain regions.

A Simplified Connectivity Approach for MVNOs

Enter floLIVE, a game-changing partner for MVNOs looking to enhance their connectivity services. By leveraging multiple MNO agreements and deploying its own infrastructure, floLIVE provides a streamlined solution that allows MVNOs to achieve global reach with a single SIM SKU.

For example, floLIVE recently activated a local Packet Gateway in Australia, significantly reducing latency from a frustrating 500ms to an impressive 28ms. This improvement allows MVNOs to offer their customers local performance, even with European IMSIs—something that traditional setups struggle to achieve.

Moreover, compliance with permanent roaming regulations is critical for MVNOs. floLIVE ticks all the right boxes, ensuring that its solutions meet local requirements, thereby allowing MVNOs to focus on growth rather than regulatory concerns.

Flexibility Through “Bring Your Own Connectivity”

Another significant advantage of partnering with floLIVE is the flexibility it offers through its “Bring Your Own Connectivity” model. MVNOs don’t have to fully commit to floLIVE’s infrastructure; they can continue to utilize their existing agreements while filling gaps in coverage. This flexibility allows MVNOs to maintain their preferred relationships with carriers while benefiting from floLIVE’s enhanced services.

The Path Forward

As the market evolves, MVNOs are increasingly looking to expand their reach globally. The largest IMSI library provided by floLIVE enables MVNOs to deploy services globally, ensuring they can meet the needs of their customers without being constrained by the limitations of single MNO agreements.

Furthermore, floLIVE enhances visibility in operations, reducing delays that can lead to billing discrepancies. By acting as the MNO, floLIVE allows MVNOs to manage their traffic more efficiently, ensuring that customers receive timely and accurate service.

Come See floLIVE at MVNO Nation Live

In an era where connectivity is paramount, MVNOs must navigate a landscape filled with challenges. However, with partners like floLIVE, they can overcome these hurdles and deliver superior services to their customers. By simplifying connectivity, enhancing resilience, ensuring compliance, and offering unparalleled flexibility, floLIVE is not just a vendor; it’s a valued partner in the journey toward greater connectivity and success for MVNOs worldwide.

We’ll be at MVNO Nation Live November 6-8 in Valencia, Spain. Reach out to schedule a 1:1 meeting with our experts to learn more about the benefits of floLIVE, including:

• Having the industry’s largest IMSI library
• Our support of M2M and eSIM connectivity
• The real-time visibility and barring we offer
• Our local PGWs for optimal performance
• How we enable permanent roaming compliance, even in challenging areas such as Turkey, China, and Brazil
• How our “bring your own connectivity” policy brings flexibility and customization into your floLIVE solution