History:
LM Ericsson is a global telecommunications heavyweight, managing 1,000 networks in 140 countries, and with 40 percent of all cellular calls made through their networks. The company traces its origin to Lars Magnus Ericsson, who founded a telegraph equipment repair shop in 1876. Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson is the parent company.Activities:
LM Ericsson deals in communication systems and related equipment, and together with Sony makes one of the best selling ranges of cellular phones. Together they are called Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications. The business of LM Ericsson can be categorized as:- Wireline systems:
The Company is a leading supplier of broadband multi-service communications equipment and services to fixed network operators.
- Mobile Systems: A force to be reckoned with, the company's focus on R & D ensures its position as the market leader. LM Ericsson specializes both in the 2G mobile standards as well as the three primary 3G standards - WCDMA, EDGE and CDMA2000.
- Transmission and transport:
LM Ericsson has access to a strong transportation system; it provides business solutions for mobile, fixed and other types of networks. The company is the largest supplier of microwave radio links in the world.
- Service layer:
The Company is a market leader in areas dealing with services that combine voice, data, and images.
- Services: The Company is known for its expertise in consulting, systems integration, network deployment and optimization, education, and technical support services and managed services.
Performance:
LM Ericsson reported annual sales of $19,083.9 million, and net income of $3,079.0 million in 2005.Organization:
LM Ericsson is headed by Mr. M. Treschow, the Chairman of the company. Mr Carl-Henric Svanberg is the company President, CEO, and Director. LM Ericsson had an employee count of 56,055 in 2005.Corporate Address:
Postal Address: Torshamnsgatan 23, Kista,SE-164 83 Stockholm, Sweden
Telephone: +46-8-719-0000
Fax: +46-8-18-40-85
Website: < www.ericsson.com
