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AI RAN Orchestration: A practical step toward shared infrastructure

AI-driven applications, ranging from immersive experiences to real-time decision systems place new demands on latency, uplink capacity, and orchestration across radio, transport, and compute. This paper examines how RAN and AI can coexist within a shared architectural framework, focusing on automation, orchestration, and lifecycle management using a concrete orchestration use case developed with SoftBank and implemented on Ericsson technology.

Securing an Open AI-Driven Mobile Network

Co-written with AT&T, this paper explores the security challenges as networks evolve to become more AI-driven and open. As an industry we need to understand the new threats and how to address them including in our development practices, deployment and operations, testing and certification.

How rApps are accelerating the journey to autonomous RAN operations

This market research by Analysys Mason shows that rApps are rapidly becoming the foundation for advanced RAN automation and progress toward higher levels of Autonomous Networks.

Explore our Next Wave of Mobile Innovation paper

Co-written by Erik Ekudden and Chetan Sharma, this paper explores how advanced 5G is reshaping industries worldwide. From healthcare to mining, media to manufacturing, discover how infrastructure maturity drives real enterprise impact.

How to deploy AI in mobile networks?

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.

Dynamic wind load verification test for antennas

Advancing Mobile Antenna Reliability with Dynamic Wind Load Verification

Learn why static tests fall short and how our dynamic verification process accurately simulates real-world conditions, ensuring superior antenna performance in even the harshest environments.

High-load handling during emergency situations in large scale events

Large-scale events pose unique communication challenges, requiring reliable networks for attendees and public safety personnel. RAN sharing offers an effective solution, enabling public safety operators to utilize commercial networks while ensuring dedicated services.

Operate intelligently to save energy and improve user experience

It is possible to improve user experience while reducing energy consumption. In this report you will discover the solutions that leading CSPs are implementing in their journey to high performing programmable networks, more autonomous and energy conscious.

High network performant antenna site in Korean urban environment.

Explore a novel method for boosting network performance

Discover how antenna performance metrics and 3D far-field radiation patterns can revolutionize network efficiency and user experience. Our groundbreaking evaluation method highlights the critical impact of beam efficiency on overall system performance. Download the paper now to learn more and take your network to the next level.

Ericsson 5G Advanced

Enabling high-performing programmable networks with Ericsson 5G Advanced.

AI in RAN enhance network performance of CSPs

The integration of AI in RAN is set to transform network operations and enhance performance. This approach promises to elevate the capabilities of CSPs.

Addressing the potential threat of quantum computers on 5G networks

Rapid advancements in quantum computing threaten mobile network security. Standardized quantum-resistant cryptography and international policy coordination are critical to mitigate this risk.

What will drive mobile financial services’ growth?

This survey by Ericsson and Juniper Research towards Mobile Network Operators provides insights on factors that will drive the growth for mobile financial services over the next five years, helping industry leaders to shape their future strategy.

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Unlock unmatched network performance with our latest antenna benchmark report

Discover how Ericsson antennas delivered 4x better coverage and doubled peak data rates in a real-world field trial. Download the exclusive benchmark report now to learn how your network can benefit from this cutting-edge technology and stay ahead in the 5G race!

AI/ML in telecom network security

When adopting new technologies like AI/ML, there is always a balance between benefits and risks. It is essential to recognize that risks vary across different deployments, necessitating the selection of appropriate security controls tailored to each specific context.

Driving Open RAN forward

A new industry-wide agreement on open fronthaul interfaces enables communication service providers (CSPs) for the first time, to achieve full performance with Open RAN in commercial network deployments at scale. This paper dives into the Open RAN fronthaul interface and Ericsson’s commitment to open fronthaul and high-performing Open RAN.

Fixed Wireless Access insights

The 2026 FWA Handbook shares nine actionable insights on how 5G is expanding the possibilities of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA). Across markets, service providers are discovering new ways to scale broadband and deliver truly differentiated experiences. Explore the insights to see where the journey is heading next.

Evolving Open RAN Security

Open RAN has an expanded threat surface due to it’s network functions, interfaces and technologies. Therefore, Open RAN has an increased risk of internal threats compared to traditional RAN. In this paper we have deep dived into these threats and what can be done to mitigate them.

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Download - Ericsson Transport for Utilities report

A breadth of solutions in transport securing private LTE today and futureproofing the evolution to tomorrow’s private 5G.

How can network modernization help CSPs in their sustainability strategies?

Modernization has always been a vital part of meeting user experience and business targets, and it has also become increasingly relevant to execute on energy cost reductions and Net Zero ambitions. Ericsson works relentlessly to achieve higher network capacity with reduced energy consumption and carbon footprint - in essence, doing more with less.

How do utilities decide which spectrum to use?

As they undergo digital transformation, utilities are investing in new technologies to modernize the grid and improve the existing grid’s security, reliability and resiliency. Access to a wireless network with superior coverage and adequate capacity is central to utilities’ security, reliability and independence needs. And spectrum is a fundamental building block. Utilities are likely new to the intricacies of spectrum. Our new case study explains why spectrum is important to the modernized grid and what considerations you must make when choosing spectrum for a utility’s specific needs.

Traffic Steering with Multi-Layer Coordination in 5G Standalone

5G introduces multiple frequency bands with different capacities and coverage. At the same time, the variety and capabilities of user equipment (UE) continue to increase. To manage the increasing complexity of steering every UE to the most adequate frequency layer, traffic steering needs to evolve. Are you curious to get more insights?

In-building wireless for 5G connectivity in real estate market

The practice of working from home and the need for access to secure communication within the workplace have prompted the demand for robust connectivity. In-building wireless solutions address the requirements for high-quality connectivity in terms of reliability and availability, latency, and enhanced broadband capabilities.

How industry structure created a mobile miracle

The mobile miracle, the scale and innovation power that it continues to leverage. All built on the industry logic where standardization and interoperability plays the key role.

Economic benefits of 5G in emerging markets

A major new Ericsson commissioned study by management consulting firm Analysys Mason highlights the potential economic, consumer and environmental benefits of 5G connectivity in 15 national emerging markets.

Indoor 5G Small Cells

Across all indoor scenarios, the race to capture the 5G market is happening now, and early-mover advantage is key to ensuring a competitive offering in these business-critical markets for years to come. However, the roadmap for indoor deployments is no longer straightforward. Different use cases require different network capabilities. And with the technology landscape evolving quickly, it’s important to be prepared for future customer needs. Explore the different deployment pathways that can help you unlock massive revenue possibilities in business-critical indoor markets today.

AI business value: Unleashing the potential of AI for telecom operations

Artificial intelligence (AI) is taking automation to the next level. But AI implementation isn't just a one-off tech solution – it's a whole new way of working, which means its value is often hard to measure. To calculate how AI is driving growth in the telecommunications industry, we surveyed industry professionals about the role it plays in their organizations, using the insights to develop an industry-unique measurement framework.

What’s next for RAN? Discover Cloud RAN benefits and how it can coexist with purpose-built RAN

Cloud RAN is a key building block for the networks of the future, but the transition to a cloud based paradigm is a journey. In our new paper, service providers will discover the benefits of both Cloud RAN and purpose-built RAN in different scenarios. Discover Cloud RAN benefits and how it can coexist with purpose-built RAN, to meet diverse and varied needs for more resilient, open, sustainable and intelligent mobile networks.

Accurate and reliable synchronization in 5G

Seamless synchronization operation is fundamental to unlock the full potential of 5G. To efficiently address RAN synchronization requirements, a good understanding of all the technology options for synchronization distribution in transport networks is essential.

Download - Improving customer experience and ROI with mobile planning, design, and optimization

Network planning, design, and optimization are key to achieving CSPs’ goals of improving customer experience, boosting ROI, and accelerating time to market. Operators must ensure their tools and practices are up to date, leveraging new capabilities such as AI and IT best practices such as cloud-native software.

Accelerate 5G indoor experiences

What connects airports, hospitals, shopping malls, head offices, and factories? Ericsson does with a common solution for exceptional indoor 5G experiences for consumers and enterprises. Ericsson is redefining indoor connectivity with the industry's most cost-effective and modular high-performance small-cell radio system.

Download - Benchmark Measurements in 5G NR Networks

Why traditional methods of measuring radio network performance are no longer suitable for 5G. This paper presents the new benchmarking challenges and recommends conducting 5G radio benchmark measurements based on actual end-user performance.

Leveraging the potential of 5G millimeter wave

Millimeter Wave (mmWave) boosted networks are taking off globally, delivering multi-gigabit speeds, capacity and exceptionally mobile broadband speeds in suburban and rural communities, thanks to extended range software. Explore various deployment opportunities and the use cases that can be addressed in our paper.

5G and Wi-Fi: Charting a path towards superior indoor connectivity

5G NR and Wi-Fi 6 are able to boost bandwidth and capacity while being more efficient than legacy solutions. But, which one should you pick for your specific needs?

Download - Critical Care Connectivity: Robust Cellular Networks for hospitals

The hospital of the future is upon us. With aging populations, rising costs of treatment, and smaller infrastructure funding budgets worldwide, hospitals will be required to adopt digital products, services, and processes to streamline operations and ensure economies of scale.

Discover Mobile service packaging towards 5G

Amid all the positive signs about the advent of 5G, mobile communications service providers have a number of questions. Are they doing things right today? Should they change their offerings? How should they monetize data traffic and services when 5G comes along? Are there newer and better ways in which to monetize traffic and usage in the future?

5G for Manufacturing and Industrial Automation

In an era of intense volatility due to shorter business and product lifecycles, manufacturing companies around the globe are under extreme pressure. Margins are being squeezed more than ever as components increasingly become more varied and complex to produce, workforces are aging and becoming costlier to maintain.

The impact of 5G and IoT on industries

Ericsson asked 900 decision makers in large companies across 10 key industries about the role they expect 5G to play within their sector, the problems they expect 5G to solve, and the extent to which they’d be willing to pay for 5G services.

Cecilia Atterwall, introducing GSMA White Paper about NB-IoT and LTE-M in the context of 5G.

NB-IoT and LTE-M in the context of 5G – industry white paper

A new industry white paper has been released by the GSMA. It is all about how the 3GPP standardized NB-IoT and LTE-M technologies continue evolving as part of 5G specifications.

The 5G business case for enhanced mobile broadband

Enhanced mobile broadband will be the first commercial application of 5G. In the near future, 5G can help telecom operators efficiently improve their consumer business. Our study reveals that the evolution to 5G can enable 10 times lower cost per gigabyte than current 4G networks.

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