Virtualised radio-access networks (vRAN) and open radio-access networks (Open RAN) are two cutting-edge network solutions that are revolutionising the telecoms industry. 

vRAN is a brand new architecture for mobile networks in which the RAN functions run as software in the cloud rather than in specialist boxes, and Open RAN is a subset in which, via open interfaces, equipment and software from multiple vendors can be integrated.

Our curated resources range from the basics of vRAN and Open RAN to expert analysis of the latest advancements in this field and forecasts derived from a wide range of operator surveys, economic analysis and customer projects.

15 May 2023 Research

Framework report

Open RAN: a framework for understanding the vendor ecosystem (edition 2)

04 May 2023 Research

Strategy report

Key TCO considerations for economically viable Open RAN

24 April 2023 Subscription research

Article

Open RAN: increased collaborative efforts and a realistic view of timing will be needed to deliver the full benefits

06 April 2023 Research

Strategy report

6G value chains: optimising the operator’s role

17 March 2023 Research

Article

MWC 2023: Open RAN demonstrates progress amid many challenges

08 March 2023 Research

Strategy report

Non-real-time RIC: management and orchestration of Open and traditional RAN

03 February 2023 Research

Forecast report

Radio access networks: worldwide forecast 2020–2028

18 January 2023 Research

Strategy report

Perfect RAN or perfect edge: the Open RAN dilemma facing operators

18 January 2023 Research

Forecast report

Network cloud infrastructure: worldwide forecast 2022–2027

10 November 2022 Research

Article

Fyuz 2022: TIP members want a more collaborative and diverse community

01 November 2022 Research

Strategy report

xHaul challenges must be addressed before the vRAN can be commercially viable

27 July 2022 Research

Article

Interoperability for satellite communications: is Open RAN the answer?

28 April 2022 Research

Article

Open RAN vendors have an opportunity with private networks, regardless of their success with public 5G

23 February 2022 Research

Perspective

Open RAN could deliver up to 30% TCO savings for operators with the right platform strategy and skill set

22 February 2022 Research

Strategy report

Alternative deployment models to enable a broad Open RAN ecosystem

06 December 2021 Research

Perspective

An automated, platform-based approach to RAN virtualization is key to achieving its benefits

23 June 2021 Research

Article

Vodafone’s Open RAN alliance with Qualcomm highlights the risk of semiconductor vendor lock-in

16 June 2021 Research

Perspective

Near-real-time RIC: enabling AI/ML-driven extreme automation and granular control of Open RAN

30 June 2023 Research

Article

What are virtualised RAN (vRAN) and Open RAN?

06 April 2021 Research

Perspective

Open RAN: ready for prime time?

27 January 2021 Research

Article

Operators’ cloud strategies for vRAN are challenging, but a USD23.5 billion far edge market awaits

04 January 2021 Research

Article

Cloud technology will pervade the 5G mobile network, from the core to the RAN and edge

13 May 2020 Research

Perspective

Open, disaggregated networks will transform MNOs’ 5G business cases

09 April 2020 Research

Strategy report

Profiting from vRAN: vendor strategies for adapting to new MNO buying patterns