VIAVI Solutions and Rohde and Schwarz join The Fast Mode's editorial segment on Open RAN to discuss VIAVI's Automated Lab-as-a-Service for Open RAN (VALOR™) program and how vendors can leverage it for end-to-end Open RAN testing and validation. VALOR, which is funded by the NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund (PWSCIF), is a fully automated, vendor-neutral Test-as-a-Service offering designed to accelerate innovation, ensure interoperability, and streamline the deployment of Open RAN solutions.Listen to the episode to learn:Why testing is more critical in Open RAN compared to conventional RANThe most pressing challenges vendors and manufacturers face in the development and commercialization of Open RAN Radio Units (O-RUs)How VALOR can help vendors applying for the PWSCIF’s Second Notice of Funding OpportunityAdvice for companies planning to bid for NTIA fundingVIAVI’s solutions for Open RAN, specifically across validation, verification and visibilityThe benefits of Rohde & Schwarz’s test and measurement solutions for Open RAN, and any upcoming innovations in the product roadmapSynergies that Rohde & Schwarz and VIAVI share, and how their individual strengths complement each other in driving innovation and development in the Open RAN ecosystemTo learn more visit: www.viavisolutions.com/en-us/solutions/open-ran and www.rohde-schwarz.com/us/solutions/wireless-communications-testing/mobile-network-infrastructure-testing/testing-o-ran/testing-open-ran_255230.html

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