Vodafone, along with other European multi-nation operators, has tapped Open RAN as an important piece of long term network transformation plans. In the latest, Vodafone is working with virtualized RAN software specialist Mavenir to use Open RAN systems to expand in-building 4G coverage for medium- and large-sized enterprise facilities.
According to a press release from Vodafone, the ultimate goal is to offer “plug-and-play” Open RAN-compliant small cell systems. Currently the operator is working with Mavenir on the software side and with Sercomm for radio infrastructure.