An automated, platform- based approach to RAN virtualization
This perspective by Analysis Mason discusses why mobile network operators (MNOs) worldwide have been slow to virtualize the radio access network (RAN) because of its stringent performance requirements and complexity. Software for the virtualized RAN (vRAN) and automation are cloud-native technologies used to develop and deploy virtualized RAN functions. Together open interfaces, technical disaggregation, and automation make the business case for RAN virtualization. Read more.