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Enterprise Private Mobile Network InfrastructureReviews and Ratings
Features of Enterprise Private Mobile Network Infrastructure
Updated March 2025
Mandatory Features:
Spectrum: Licensed (acquired), Unlicensed (free to use), and Shared (shared use with priority incumbents)
Core network: Evolved Packet Core (EPC) and 5G Core (5GC)
Security: a) Encryption: Ensures data privacy and integrity; b) Authentication: Verifies the identity of users and devices; c) Access control: Manages who can access the network and its resources
User management: a) User profiles: Maintains profiles with services, usage patterns and policy rules; b) Usage monitoring: Monitors activity and enforces data usage policies
Backhaul network: LAN and WAN
Mobility management: a) Seamless handover: Ensures uninterrupted connectivity as devices move across infrastructure; b) Roaming capabilities: Supports roaming between private and public networks
What are Enterprise Private Mobile Network Infrastructure?
Gartner defines enterprise private mobile network (PMN) infrastructure as hardware and software dedicated for use by a given organization with 5G or Long Term Evolution (LTE) technologies. It is used for solutions relevant to enterprise use cases. PMNs provide a deterministic, reliable, low-latency, application-centric connectivity platform that can serve various usage scenarios and connect diverse device types.
Celona 5G LAN is a software designed to enable private wireless connectivity within enterprise environments by leveraging 5G cellular technology. The software provides integrated orchestration and automation tools that support secure and scalable wireless networks for critical business applications. It facilitates seamless device mobility, real-time application performance, and enhanced network segmentation, addressing issues related to Wi-Fi congestion and coverage limitations. Celona 5G LAN software brings central management of network policies to streamline deployment and operation of wireless infrastructure, supporting use cases such as industrial automation, IoT connectivity, and unified wireless communications within complex operational settings.
Ericsson Private 5G is a software designed to provide secure and high-performance wireless connectivity for enterprises across various industries. It enables organizations to deploy standalone 5G networks on their premises, offering reliable coverage, low latency, and advanced mobility features tailored to support mission-critical applications and industrial operations. The software facilitates integration with existing IT and operational technology systems, ensuring consistent connectivity for devices, sensors, and automation platforms. Ericsson Private 5G supports network management, edge computing, and flexible scalability, addressing business challenges related to digital transformation, operational efficiency, and secure data handling within local environments.
Highway 9 Mobile Cloud simplifies and automates the deployment of private mobile networks (PMN) for enterprise and campus environments. It is a cloud-native platform that enables easier and faster rollout of a private 4G/5G network.
The Highway 9 Mobile Cloud tightly integrates with enterprise IT infrastructure like Wi-Fi, network firewalls, NAC, etc. -- as well as existing security policies -- to reduce complexity, errors and attack surface.
Core use cases include carrier extension (ensuring campus-wide cellular coverage; multi-carrier), dedicated mobile connectivity for key apps/use cases (e.g. e911, manufacturing lines), and highly mobile workloads like robotics/drones/edge AI.
MAVair is a software designed to provide cloud-native solutions for network operators, focusing on enabling and managing Open RAN architectures. The software delivers functions such as radio access network virtualization, orchestration, and automation, supporting multi-generational wireless technologies including 4G and 5G. MAVair supports interoperability and modular deployment, allowing adaptation to varied deployment scenarios including public and private networks. By facilitating the separation of hardware and software components within the radio network, the software aims to improve operational flexibility and efficiency. MAVair addresses business challenges related to the scalability and management of modern radio networks, enabling cost-effective deployment and simplified operations for communication service providers.
MAVcore is a software solution designed to provide cloud-native core network functions for telecommunications operators. The software enables voice, data, messaging, and rich communication services across various types of network architectures, including 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, and Wi-Fi. MAVcore supports deployment in public, private, and hybrid cloud environments, offering flexibility and scalability for service providers. The software manages network functions such as packet core, policy control, subscriber data management, and session management, aiming to streamline network operations and improve service delivery. MAVcore addresses the business need for efficient, adaptable core network infrastructure capable of supporting evolving technologies and increasing user demand.
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