{"id":43526,"date":"2025-08-06T09:00:23","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T09:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/?p=43526"},"modified":"2025-12-04T13:01:32","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T13:01:32","slug":"unlocking-global-scale-how-certification-and-collaboration-are-powering-the-future-of-network-apis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/unlocking-global-scale-how-certification-and-collaboration-are-powering-the-future-of-network-apis\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlocking global scale\u00a0How certification and collaboration are powering the future of network APIs\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"489\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2_Image-1-1024x489.jpg\" alt=\"Three smiling colleagues gather around a desk in a bright, modern office, looking at a computer screen together. Other people work in the background, creating a collaborative and energetic atmosphere. Sunlight streams through large windows.\" class=\"wp-image-43539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2_Image-1-1024x489.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2_Image-1-300x143.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2_Image-1-768x367.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2_Image-1.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speed, scale, and simplicity are everything in today&#8217;s digital economy. Whether you&#8217;re a developer building the next big app or a telecom operator looking to monetize your network, the ability to connect and innovate quickly is critical. That\u2019s where\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>GSMA Open Gateway<\/strong>\u202f<\/a>and\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmforum.org\/oda\/open-apis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TM Forum<\/strong>\u202f<\/a>come in &#8211; two organizations working hand-in-hand to make telecom networks programmable, interoperable, and ready for global scale.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the heart of this transformation is a shared mission: to standardise and certify network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) so they can be used seamlessly across markets and operators &#8211; unlocking new business models, improving customer experiences, and enabling a new wave of digital services.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-now-nbsp\"><strong>Why now?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The timing couldn\u2019t be better. As Mark Cornall, Technical Director, GSMA,<strong> <\/strong>explains, \u201c<strong><em>We\u2019re seeing real momentum. Developers want global reach, and operators want to monetize their networks. But to do that, we need consistency. Certification ensures that APIs work the same way everywhere.\u201d&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That consistency is essential. Without it, developers would need to integrate with each operator individually &#8211; an expensive and time-consuming process. With certification, they can \u201cdevelop once, deploy globally.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Andy Tiller, Executive Vice President at TM Forum, agrees, <strong><em>\u201cWe\u2019re at a tipping point. Aggregators like Aduna are signing up partners, developers are coming on board, and operators are exposing APIs. The ecosystem is growing fast, and certification is what makes it scalable.\u201d&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"White text on a red background reads: \u201cCertification helps ensure that APIs are consistent, even when they\u2019re delivered through different partners.\u201d At the bottom, \u201cMark Cornall, Technical Director, GSMA.\u201d GSMA logo in lower right corner.\" class=\"wp-image-43541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-2-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-certification-and-why-does-it-matter-nbsp\"><strong><strong>What is certification &#8211; and why does it matter?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certification is more than a stamp of approval. It\u2019s a rigorous process, ensuring APIs conform to global standards &#8211; both in how they function and how they\u2019re managed. For developers and channel partners, <strong>this means confidence that an API will work as expected, no matter where it\u2019s deployed.<\/strong> For operators, it means faster time to market, lower integration costs, and fewer support headaches.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GSMA and TM Forum are working together to certify two key types of APIs:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Service APIs <\/strong>(From CAMARA): These are the APIs developers use directly &#8211; for example, to verify a phone number, check device location, or request higher network quality.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Operate APIs <\/strong>(From TM Forum): These manage the behind-the-scenes processes &#8211; like onboarding developers, tracking usage, and managing API catalogues. They\u2019re essential for monetization and scale.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So far, <strong>over 150 CAMARA APIs have been certified<\/strong>. And while none passed on the first try, that\u2019s part of the value. As Mark notes, \u201cCertification helps catch issues early, before they become real-world problems.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-making-network-apis-simple-one-front-door-nbsp\"><strong>Making network APIs simple: one front door<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the biggest challenges in telecom has always been fragmentation. <strong>Different operators, different systems, different standards. That\u2019s changing.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GSMA is becoming the <strong>\u201cfront door\u201d for network API certification.<\/strong> Operators can go to one place to certify both their service and operate APIs. TM Forum provides the technical tools and expertise, but the experience is seamless for the operator.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This unified approach is critical. As Andy explains, <strong><em>\u201cWe don\u2019t want operators to have to go to multiple places. We want to make it easy. That\u2019s how we scale.\u201d&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"A red Venn diagram with two overlapping circles: the left circle says \u201cService APIs, APIs developers use directly\u201d and \u201cCAMARA\u201d logo; the right says \u201cOperate APIs, Manage the behind-the-scenes processes\u201d and \u201ctm forum\u201d logo. Overlap: \u201c150 certified APIs.\u201d.\" class=\"wp-image-43544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/gsma-open-gateway\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Blog-2-graphic-1-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-need-for-collaboration\">The need for <strong>collaboration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With so many players involved &#8211; GSMA, TM Forum, CAMARA, Mplify Alliance, Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) providers, hyperscalers &#8211; it\u2019s fair to ask: how does it all fit together?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The answer is collaboration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each organization has a clear role. <strong>CAMARA defines the Service APIs. TM Forum develops the Operate APIs and supports internal network processes. Mplify Alliance brings expertise in fixed-line services. And GSMA coordinates the ecosystem, ensuring everything works together.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe\u2019re all aligned,\u201d says Andy. <strong><em>\u201cWe\u2019re here to serve the industry. That means creating single standards, not multiple ones.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This collaboration extends to events, proof-of-concept projects, and shared roadmaps. TM Forum\u2019s Catalyst program and the GSMA\u2019s Foundry both provide platforms for testing and demonstrating new use cases, from fraud prevention to immersive retail experiences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-accordion accordion_block gsma-load-hidden faq\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading accordion_question\" id=\"h-the-role-of-aggregators-and-hyperscalers-nbsp\"><strong><strong><strong>The role of aggregators and hyperscalers<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group accordion_answer_container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certification is more than a stamp of approval. It\u2019s a rigorous process, ensuring APIs conform to global sAggregators and cloud providers play a crucial role in bringing network APIs to life. They connect developers with network capabilities, often bundling APIs into easy-to-use products.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But there\u2019s a balance to strike. While aggregators are free to innovate, GSMA and TM Forum are encouraging them to expose standardized CAMARA APIs northbound, so developers can switch providers without rewriting code.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe want portability,\u201d says Mark. <strong><em>\u201cWe don\u2019t want developers locked into silos. Certification helps ensure that APIs are consistent, even when they\u2019re delivered through different partners.\u201d&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hyperscalers like Google and Microsoft are also key players. Not only do they host developer ecosystems, but they are also huge developer communities, building apps that can benefit from network APIs. Their involvement helps shape the standards and drive adoption.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-accordion accordion_block gsma-load-hidden faq\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading accordion_question\" id=\"h-what-s-next-for-network-apis-nbsp\"><strong>What\u2019s next for network APIs?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group accordion_answer_container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The roadmap is clear: more APIs, more certifications, more markets.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TM Forum\u2019s Operate APIs are rolling out in phases. The first, focused on onboarding, is already live. Next up: catalogue federation (which APIs are available where) and usage tracking (for billing and analytics).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meanwhile, the GSMA is expanding its certification program to include channel partners and aggregators &#8211; ensuring consistency across the entire value chain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s also growing interest in more advanced APIs, like\u202fQuality on Demand, which lets developers request higher network performance for specific tasks, like livestreaming or gaming. These APIs introduce new challenges around pricing, regulation, and business models, but the potential is huge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-proof-in-practice-real-world-use-cases-nbsp\"><strong>Proof in practice: real-world use cases<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The value of network APIs is already being proven in the market.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>TikTok<\/strong>\u202freplaced SMS-based one-time passwords with number verification, creating faster sign-ups, better user experience, and higher conversion rates.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Retailers<\/strong>\u202fare exploring geofencing APIs to personalize in-store experiences, like sending a message when a customer walks in, based on their online browsing history.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Banks<\/strong>\u202fare using SIM swap detection to prevent fraud, protecting customers and reducing losses.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-end-goal-global-scale-seamless-experience-nbsp\"><strong>The end goal: global scale, seamless experience<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, what does success look like?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Mark and Andy, it\u2019s simple: global scale. A world where developers can build once and deploy anywhere. Where operators can monetize their networks efficiently. And where end users enjoy faster, safer, and more personalized digital experiences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe\u2019ve spent years sending emails to request APIs,\u201d says Mark. <strong><em>\u201cThat doesn\u2019t scale. Now we\u2019re building the infrastructure to automate it all, from onboarding to billing to assurance.\u201d&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a bold vision. But with the right standards, the right partnerships, and the right momentum, it\u2019s one that\u2019s quickly becoming reality.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Speed, scale, and simplicity are everything in today&#8217;s digital economy. 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