Ericsson AI in RAN
Ericsson is putting all the pieces into place to make AI technology telco grade to elevate networks performance and tailor networks for AI applications, defining the gold standard for AI within connectivity.
Ericsson AI in RAN software subscription provides advanced AI capabilities evolving toward systems-level intelligence that is outcome-driven and ensures a tangible path towards AI-native RAN.
We provide communication service providers with a joint operating model for the seamless introduction and lifecycle management of AI-driven software in the RAN.
AI in RAN software subscription is designed for deployment in RAN basebands and radios is built on the principle of using the right model in the right part of the network. It runs on Ericsson RAN Compute and radios powered by Ericsson Silicon for energy-efficient AI inference, and on partner platforms thanks to Cloud RAN portability.
Ericsson AI in RAN introduces:
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Telco-grade AI models designed to run in real time at micro-second level within the RAN.
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Continuous learning software powered by scalable, high‑quality data.
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Agentic AI support to enable advanced RAN automation and operational efficiency
This new portfolio is commercially scalable now and brings immediate benefits to 5G networks without additional hardware – enhancing performance, automation, and energy efficiency, while laying the groundwork for AI-native 6G systems.
Elevated network performance
With telco-grade AI models designed to run in real time at micro-second level within the RAN
Advanced automation & operational efficiency
Using agentic AI support and augmented observability with more granular and multi-dimension data
Enabling new business opportunities
With new levels of performance like 5 times more accurate user positioning, new use cases are enabled
AI RAN for smarter connectivity
AI is transforming how networks are built, operated, and monetized. For service providers, AI is no longer optional; it is a strategic imperative. By embedding AI natively into the RAN, Ericsson enhances performance, automation and energy efficiency.
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The AI inference tsunami is here
AI in RAN is becoming indispensable for delivering scalable value across the network. Service providers must prepare for the coming AI inference tsunami—understanding its implications and defining data and compute strategies that maximize AI value while optimizing TCO.
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Future-proof your network with AI-driven innovation
Artificial Intelligence is not a trend—it's a telecom imperative.
At Ericsson, we’re pioneering embedding AI into every layer of the mobile network, transforming how Communications Service Providers (CSPs) build, operate, and scale intelligent, energy-efficient, and revenue-generating networks.
Read the paper how to deploy AI in networks
How can the integration of AI in RAN help CSPs enhance network
AI is an inherent part of the radio networks and significantly benefits network operations, transforming them towards intent-driven networks.
This shift aims to cost-effectively deliver superior customer experiences and support performance-based business models.
This paper serves as a reference point for CSPs embarking on the AI-native journey.
The RAN gets smarter: Ericsson puts AI where it matters
Ericsson sets a new standard for network intelligence with AI in RAN