Parallel Wireless provides Open RAN solutions that are hardware-agnostic, enabling flexible and scalable wireless network deployments. The company focuses on delivering software-based platforms that simplify network evolution across various access technologies. This approach allows mobile operators to deploy cost-effective and resilient cellular infrastructure.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Mobile operators and enterprise users face high capital and operational expenses, vendor lock‑in, and complex integration when deploying multi‑generation (2G‑5G) radio access networks, especially in low‑density or private environments where traditional RAN solutions are cost‑prohibitive and slow to roll out.
Solution
Parallel Wireless delivers a fully interoperable OpenRAN portfolio that spans the entire 2G‑5G spectrum within a cloud‑native, software‑defined framework. By decoupling hardware and software, the platform enables operators to select best‑in‑class radios, run a common virtualized RAN stack, and upgrade functionality via software releases rather than costly hardware swaps. Integrated network orchestration, real‑time self‑optimizing‑network (SON) capabilities, and multi‑tenant sharing reduce deployment timelines and lower both CAPEX and OPEX. The solution supports macro, small‑cell, and Massive MIMO deployments for urban densification, as well as rugged outdoor units for rural and private LTE/5G use cases. Open APIs and standardized interfaces facilitate multi‑vendor integration, allowing operators to build flexible, future‑proof networks that can evolve with successive 3GPP releases.
Target Audience
Primary customers are mobile network operators, MVNOs, and enterprises seeking private LTE/5G solutions for urban, suburban, or remote deployments, as well as industry verticals (e.g., utilities, manufacturing, logistics) that require cost‑effective, scalable wireless connectivity.
Features
- Hardware‑agnostic SDR radio ecosystem (macros, indoor/outdoor small cells, Massive MIMO) that can be software‑upgraded to any 3GPP release
- Software‑defined virtualized RAN (vRAN) with cloud‑native architecture, supporting automated provisioning and scaling
- Open RAN controller and unified network software offering end‑to‑end orchestration, multi‑tenant slicing, and MOCN/MORAN sharing models
- Integrated network intelligence suite delivering analytics, real‑time ALL‑G SON, and AI‑driven performance optimization
- Secure, standards‑based interfaces (e.g., O‑RAN, F1, E2) ensuring interoperability across vendors and easy API integration
- Cloud‑native deployment model with containerized micro‑services for rapid rollout and continuous updates
- Built‑in security modules covering encryption, authentication, and role‑based access control across the RAN stack