Next-Gen Zero Touch SIM Activation & Onboarding-Jio Platforms Ltd

Next-Gen Zero Touch SIM Activation & Onboarding

Problem

Traditional SIM activation requires customers to visit physical stores and undergo manual verification, causing delays and inconvenience.
Physical biometric devices or in-person verifications are slow, error-prone, and not user-friendly.
The transition from physical SIMs to eSIMs involves multiple steps, leading to low adoption rates.
Manual onboarding and reliance on physical SIMs increase operational costs for telecom operators.
Plastic waste from SIM cards and packaging contributes to environmental degradation.

Solution

Jio introduced AI-driven facial recognition and digital KYC to eliminate the need for physical store visits.
Customers can seamlessly switch from physical SIMs to eSIMs using an instant, secure process.
Advanced AI verifies customer identity securely, reducing fraud and improving user experience.
The initiative promotes a paperless, digital-first approach, minimizing physical SIM distribution.
By eliminating plastic SIMs, the solution supports Jio’s eco-friendly and sustainability goals.

Outcomes

Customers now experience near-instant SIM activation, reducing wait times and frustration.
The ease of transition led to increased user adoption of eSIM technology.
Eliminating manual KYC and SIM distribution significantly lowered business expenses.
AI-driven verification improved fraud prevention and regulatory adherence.
The shift to digital activation reduced plastic waste and aligned with sustainability initiatives.

SKOCH Award Nominee

Category: Digital Transformation
Sub-Category: Digital Customer Experience
Project: Next-Gen Zero Touch SIM Activation & Onboarding
Start Date: 10-01-2024
Organisation: Jio Platforms Ltd
Respondent: Mr Abhay Mohan
https://www.jio.com/platforms/
Level: DX-1

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Case Study

Jio Platforms – Next-Gen Zero Touch SIM Activation & Onboarding

Jio Platforms, a leader in India’s telecommunications sector, introduced the Next-Gen Zero Touch SIM Activation & Onboarding solution to revolutionize the traditional SIM activation process. This initiative leverages AI-driven facial recognition, instant digital SIM activation, and seamless eSIM migration to provide a faster, more secure, and environmentally sustainable onboarding experience. The project aims to enhance customer convenience, reduce operational costs, and promote the adoption of digital-first services.

Problems

The conventional SIM activation process was slow, inefficient, and resource-intensive, requiring customers to visit physical stores for identity verification and manual onboarding. The traditional Know Your Customer (KYC) process relied on biometric devices or in-person verification, which often led to errors, delays, and customer dissatisfaction. Additionally, the adoption of eSIM technology remained low, as customers found the transition process complex and tedious. From an operational perspective, telecom providers faced high costs related to physical SIM distribution and verification procedures. Furthermore, the use of plastic SIM cards and associated packaging contributed to significant environmental waste, highlighting the need for a greener alternative.

Solutions

To address these issues, Jio implemented an AI-powered facial authentication system that enables customers to complete their KYC digitally without the need for physical verification. The One-Touch eSIM Transfer feature simplifies the migration from physical SIMs to eSIMs, reducing customer effort and enhancing adoption rates. A fully digital onboarding process was introduced, eliminating paperwork and reducing reliance on physical stores. This solution seamlessly integrates with Aadhaar and Digilocker, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while enhancing data security. Moreover, the platform is scalable and optimized to support high volumes of real-time activations.

Key Outcomes & Impact

Jio’s digital onboarding solution significantly improved customer experience, allowing for instant SIM activation without store visits. The introduction of One-Touch eSIM Transfer led to increased adoption, with over 400,000 eSIM transfers completed successfully. By reducing manual verification and physical SIM production, the company achieved substantial cost savings while streamlining its operations. The integration of AI-driven KYC verification strengthened security measures, minimizing fraud risks and ensuring compliance with telecom regulations. Additionally, the paperless, contactless activation model contributed to sustainability efforts by reducing plastic waste and carbon footprint.

Summary

Jio’s Next-Gen Zero Touch SIM Activation & Onboarding project has set new standards in digital transformation for the telecom industry. By eliminating inefficiencies, enhancing security, and adopting a sustainable approach, the initiative has positioned Jio as an innovation leader. This forward-thinking solution not only aligns with regulatory and environmental goals but also ensures a seamless and secure customer experience, making SIM activation smarter, faster, and greener.

For more information, please contact:
Mr Abhay Mohan at abhay1.mohan@ril.com

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