Google and AT&T are collaborating on combining Google Cloud with AT&T edge technologies, including 5G. The two companies are jointly developing a portfolio of 5G edge computing solutions that address a range of defined business challenges and requirements.

These edge computing solutions will use AT&T’s network and Google Cloud capabilities in Kubernetes, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), data and analytics, and other technologies delivered across a global footprint. 

Google and AT&T said in a joint statement that the new solutions will allow businesses to move infrastructure from centralised locations to the edge and run applications closer to end users, minimising latency, optimising operations, providing stronger security and delivering compelling, innovative end user experiences.

These edge computing solutions will span multiple industries, including manufacturing, retail, transportation, local enterprise 5G, and gaming. The two companies are working with enterprise customers to define the real-world business challenges and opportunities that they will address.

In addition to developing new solutions, Google Cloud and AT&T will collaborate to enable independent software vendors, solutions providers, developers, and other technology companies to build new solutions using Google Cloud, the AT&T Network Edge, and their own capabilities.

“We are delighted to work with AT&T, a 5G leader, to help enterprises and the industry harness the potential of 5G,” said Thomas Kurian, CEO, Google Cloud. “Our co-innovation with AT&T aims to bring a multitude of 5G and Edge Computing solutions to address a diversity of use cases, driving real business value in industries like retail, manufacturing, gaming and more. We are deeply committed to helping drive positive business outcomes for enterprises by working with AT&T on 5G.”

“We’re working with Google Cloud to deliver the next generation of cloud services,” said Mo Katibeh, EVP and CMO, AT&T Business. “Combining AT&T’s network edge, including 5G, with Google Cloud’s edge compute technologies can unlock the cloud’s true potential. This work is bringing us closer to a reality where cloud and edge technologies give businesses the tools to create a whole new world of experiences for their customers.”