What Are Roaming Testing Solutions?
Roaming testing solutions are tools and services that verify whether mobile subscribers can use their voice, SMS, and data services seamlessly when roaming on partner networks. These tests simulate real roaming scenarios to ensure quality of service (QoS), detect issues early, and verify network compatibility across countries and technologies.
Roaming testing can be performed:
Pre-launch – To validate new roaming agreements
Ongoing – For continuous monitoring of existing roaming services
Post-incident – To troubleshoot user complaints or outages
Why Roaming Testing Is Crucial
The importance of roaming testing cannot be overstated. Here’s why every MNO and telecom provider should invest in it:
1. Customer Experience
Nothing frustrates a subscriber more than losing connectivity while traveling. Testing ensures users can call, text, and browse without interruption.
2. Revenue Assurance
Poor or failed roaming experiences can lead to churn and lost roaming revenue. Testing prevents revenue leakage.
3. Network Performance
Testing validates interoperability between home and visited networks, ensuring voice clarity, SMS delivery, and fast internet speeds.
4. Compliance
Roaming testing ensures operators meet local and international roaming regulations and standards (like GSMA IR.24, IR.35, IR.50, etc.).
Telcovas: Pioneering Roaming Testing Solutions
As a leader in telecom innovation, Telcovas offers a comprehensive suite of roaming testing solutions designed for modern mobile networks. Whether you're an established MNO or a growing MVNO, Telcovas helps you deliver seamless roaming experiences for your customers.
Key Features of Telcovas Roaming Testing:
✅ Automated Testing Framework
Telcovas eliminates manual errors with fully automated testing across multiple locations and networks.
✅ End-to-End Testing
From SIM registration to call setup, SMS, and data throughput—Telcovas tests the full subscriber journey.
✅ Global Testing Coverage
With access to roaming test nodes in over 150 countries, Telcovas ensures your roaming services are tested globally.
✅ 5G & VoLTE Testing Support
Telcovas solutions are fully compatible with next-gen networks like 5G NSA/SA and VoLTE roaming scenarios.
✅ Real-Time Alerts & Reporting
Detailed test reports, performance dashboards, and real-time issue alerts help your teams take action fast.
Types of Roaming Tests Offered by Telcovas
Telcovas supports a wide range of roaming tests tailored to the needs of operators:
✈️ Outbound Roaming Testing
Verifies whether your subscribers can use services on visited networks abroad.
? Inbound Roaming Testing
Ensures that foreign users roaming on your network get seamless connectivity.
? Inter-RAT & Inter-MSC Testing
Checks handover scenarios between 2G/3G/4G/5G networks and Mobile Switching Centers (MSC).
? Voice & SMS Testing
Measures voice call quality, call success rate, SMS delivery, and latency across roaming networks.
? Data & Internet Testing
Evaluates upload/download speeds, DNS resolution, APN configuration, and overall mobile internet performance.
Real Benefits of Telcovas Roaming Testing Solutions
Here’s how Telcovas helps telecom operators gain real-world advantages:
? Faster Time to Market
Quickly launch new roaming partnerships after validating network compatibility.
? Reduced Complaints & Churn
Proactively detect issues before customers face them, improving satisfaction and retention.
? Higher Roaming Revenue
Smooth roaming experiences encourage subscribers to use roaming packs and services more frequently.
? Simplified Troubleshooting
With detailed test logs and real-time reports, engineers can resolve issues faster and more efficiently.
Case Study: How a Regional Operator Optimized Roaming with Telcovas
A South Asian operator was struggling with frequent customer complaints related to roaming in Europe and North America. They partnered with Telcovas to deploy automated roaming testing across 50+ destinations.
Results:
Identified 20+ partner networks with SMS latency issues
Improved call setup success rate by 35%
Reduced roaming complaints by 60% within 3 months
With Telcovas, they not only enhanced user experience but also improved roaming revenues by promoting more reliable international travel packs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How often should roaming tests be conducted?
Ideally, ongoing testing should be conducted weekly or monthly. For critical routes or high-traffic destinations, daily testing is recommended.
Q2. Can Telcovas support testing for new 5G roaming agreements?
Yes, Telcovas supports 5G NSA and SA networks and provides specialized tests for 5G roaming scenarios.
Q3. Do Telcovas solutions require hardware installation?
No. Telcovas provides both cloud-based and on-site deployment options, with minimal infrastructure requirements.
Q4. What reporting tools does Telcovas offer?
You get real-time dashboards, scheduled reports, and detailed logs for every test cycle—all accessible through an intuitive web portal.
Q5. Is Telcovas compliant with GSMA standards?
Absolutely. All Telcovas roaming testing services adhere to GSMA standards and industry best practices.
Conclusion
As the telecom landscape evolves, delivering seamless roaming experiences is not just a service—it's a competitive advantage. With advanced Roaming Testing Solutions from Telcovas, mobile operators can ensure their subscribers stay connected, happy, and loyal—no matter where they travel.
From automation to analytics, Telcovas offers everything you need to test smarter, respond faster, and deliver better.
