Tech Mahindra, a global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions, has joined the AI-RAN (Artificial Intelligence- Radio Access Network) Alliance, a global initiative focused on developing and deploying AI-driven solutions within Radio Access Networks (RAN) to enhance internet connectivity. The alliance aims to leverage AI to improve spectral efficiency, optimize infrastructure, and generate revenue opportunities in mobile networks.
As a member of the alliance, Tech Mahindra will contribute its expertise in network architecture, AI, Open RAN, and 5G technologies to support the development of AI-native RAN solutions that enhance network performance and efficiency. The company’s Chief Technology Officer, Manish Mangal, stated that the alliance enables Tech Mahindra to collaborate with telecom operators, vendors, and AI experts to develop future-ready solutions that drive innovation and efficiency in next-generation networks.
The AI-RAN Alliance consists of several members, including SoftBank Corp.’s Research Institute of Advanced Technology, who praised Tech Mahindra’s expertise in network architecture, AI, and 5G technologies, stating that the company’s involvement will be invaluable in advancing the alliance’s mission.
The AI-RAN Alliance’s focus is on building ‘AI or RAN,’ where AI is used to improve spectral efficiency, integrate AI and RAN processes, and deploy AI services through RAN to increase operational efficiency and offer new services to mobile users. However, the adoption of Open RAN (O-RAN) has been slow due to interoperability issues, security concerns, and the lack of proven cost advantages over proprietary network systems.