Open RAN Insights

What is Open RAN?

Open RAN (O-RAN) is a disaggregated approach to building radio access networks (RAN) using open interfaces and virtualization. It aims to create a more flexible, interoperable, and cost-effective RAN architecture by decoupling hardware and software components, allowing operators to mix and match equipment from different vendors. This is in contrast to traditional RAN deployments where a single vendor typically provides the entire system.

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What other technologies are related to Open RAN?

Open RAN Competitor Technologies

vRAN

vRAN is a similar concept to Open RAN, but it is based on proprietary interfaces, which can be considered a competitor.

mentioned alongside Open RAN in 13% (65) of relevant job posts

Open RAN Complementary Technologies

Secure Networks

Open RAN needs to be secure. Secure network technologies are complementary as they provide mechanisms to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

mentioned alongside Open RAN in 81% (225) of relevant job posts

MPN

Mobile Private Networks can utilize Open RAN architecture for deployment, making them complementary. Open RAN provides flexibility and vendor diversity for MPN deployments.

mentioned alongside Open RAN in 67% (249) of relevant job posts

MEC

Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) and Open RAN are complementary. MEC can be deployed alongside Open RAN to provide low-latency services at the edge of the network.

mentioned alongside Open RAN in 26% (270) of relevant job posts