RAN software outcomes: analysis of vendor-reported KPIs in press releases

All vendors use press releases to present their solutions, but the way KPI outcomes are framed and supported varies. This report analyses KPIs mentioned in 88 RAN software-related press releases to benchmark how RAN software value is communicated and evidenced.

Information included in this report

• A summary of RAN vendor press release activity by type of announcement
• An overview of RAN KPI outcome frequencies split by category
• A comparison of KPI messaging between next‑generation RAN software (5G‑A/6G) and earlier generations
• Analysis of the most quantified KPI outcome categories
• A comparison of vendor frequency and average KPIs per press release across leading RAN software vendors
• Recommendations to improve KPI reporting in press releases