True Corp Implements AI-Powered Network Management at Thai-Cambodian Border
True Corp Introduces AI-Powered Solution for Network Stability
True Corporation, a leading Thai telecommunications provider, has launched an advanced AI-powered solution to optimize and stabilize network performance along the Thai-Cambodian border. Dubbed the AI-CODC (Cell Outage Detection and Compensation) system, the technology is designed to enhance network reliability in areas with challenging access, including conflict zones.
This cutting-edge system uses artificial intelligence to automatically monitor, detect, and address issues in real-time, eliminating the need for manual intervention. When a base station experiences a failure or outage, the AI-CODC system redirects beams from nearby base stations to seamlessly maintain coverage. This “self-healing” capability not only ensures uninterrupted service but also reduces the risk of sending engineers into hazardous regions.
Revolutionizing Connectivity in High-Risk Areas
According to Prathet Tankuranun, True Corp’s chief technology and information security officer, the deployment of AI-CODC reflects the company’s dedication to providing reliable connectivity even in the most challenging environments. He emphasized, “Implementing AI-CODC to manage networks in high-risk border provinces reflects our commitment to delivering high-performance, reliable services nationwide, even under the most challenging circumstances. At the same time, we continue to ensure the safety of our teams working across the country.”
One of the primary goals of the AI-CODC system is to safeguard connectivity in regions where physical access to base stations is restricted or dangerous. The ongoing border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has posed significant challenges for network operators, with cross-border internet links severed since June. By automating signal adjustments, True Corp eliminates frequent engineering interventions, enhancing safety protocols for its workforce while ensuring consistent service for its customers.
Impact of Regulatory Changes and Regional Tensions
The deployment of AI-CODC aligns with recent regulatory mandates by Thailand’s National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), which issued directives in March for mobile operators operating near the border. These regulations restrict base station antenna placement near the border, allowing antennas only in community areas under strict height limitations or requiring replacement with smaller cells. This move was specifically aimed at disrupting illegal call-centre operations often coordinating near Thailand’s borders.
Amid rising tensions since the May clashes between Cambodia and Thailand, True Corp’s proactive adoption of AI solutions highlights the company’s leadership in adapting to complex geopolitical and regulatory challenges. By ensuring continuous service without compromising safety, the AI-CODC system represents a major step forward in modern telecommunications infrastructure. This deployment not only demonstrates the potential of AI in managing network resilience but also solidifies True Corp’s role as a technology innovator in Southeast Asia’s telecom sector.
