Why is O-RAN being hailed?

O-RAN reduces dependency on single vendors and legacy hardware, creating an open ecosystem like different centralized unit (CU) / distributed unit (DU) vendors, thus fostering innovation.

Here’s a comparative overview of the flexibility, innovation potential, and technological advancement that O-RAN offers over traditional RAN

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Traditional RAN
  • Relies on single vendor
  • Components tightly integrated
  • Limited by proprietary technology
  • Limited programmability due to proprietary systems
Advantage O-RAN
Advantage O-RAN
  • Allows different vendors for different components
  • RU/DU are separated and connected by open interfaces
  • Open standards
  • Supports advanced programmability

Compelling case for O-RAN adoption

The O-RAN technology offers a range of benefits, both for operators and end users.  Here’s quick snapshot:

What’s in it for operators?

  • Flexibility and innovation
  • Scalability
  • Enhanced network management
  • Cost efficiency
  • Reduction in supply chain and operational risks

 

What’s in it for users?

  • Improved performance
  • Faster service deployment
  • Better coverage
  • Enhanced reliability

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This whitepaper offers a detailed exploration of Open RAN, illustrating its impact and the future it holds for the telecommunications industry.

  • Get a comprehensive introduction to what Open RAN is and how it functions.
  • Delve into the O-RAN architecture and explore its essential features.
  • Discover how the RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC) amplifies O-RAN’s capabilities.
  • Get an overview of RIC’s software architecture, including xApps and rApps, complete with practical examples.
  • Understand the key factors to consider while adopting O-RAN within your operations.
  • Get a view of the future market predictions and the transformational potential of O-RAN in the telecom sector.

 

The rise of Open RAN A new era in wireless architectures

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