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What is Open RAN?

Like almost everything in Telecom’s, Open RAN is complicated. It’s not a single idea. It’s not a single product or service. It’s not an optimization technique or path towards improved efficiency. Heck, it’s hardly even an agreed term. You’ll find references in the literature to OpenRAN, Open RAN (my preference), ORAN, and O-RAN. I’m not aware that there is a commonly accepted term.

Why do Mobile generations take so long, and why do they require a forklift and new spectrum?

This topic doesn’t get discussed often. It’s as though we, as an industry, have come to accept this as one of the physical laws, and we never think about it.

Open Telecoms Projects. What’s the Big Deal?

Each project has its own specific goals or mission statement. But, in general, they’re all trying to break down the monolithic proprietary solutions Telecom has relied upon for years. These projects seek to disaggregate large functional modules into smaller, software-based solutions running on commoditized hardware or clouds.

Will Open Standards Impact Telecoms?

Last week at Telecoms World Asia the 5G track was very popular. Although 5G is widely expected to require years to mature, its many significant advances seem certain to have a dramatic impact on the industry.

Do you listen to Podcasts?

Recently, I’ve found space in my schedule to listen to Podcasts. Podcasts are a fabulous way to stay informed and to turn idle time into productive time.