TCS Facilitates VIAVI's Innovative to Build 5G O-RAN Test Solution

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has an instrumental role in VIAVI Solutions' pursuit to reshape the landscape of 5G O-RAN (Open Radio Access Network) test solutions, ultimately enabling the introduction of 5G innovations by device manufacturers and other industry players.

In this strategic collaboration, VIAVI and TCS together have created a comprehensive end-to-end test framework to facilitate interoperability testing of O-RAN devices and ensure seamless integration with prominent equipment manufacturers on a global scale. TCS also introduced an intuitive platform-agnostic solution that simplified testing processes, enhancing the user experience for system testers, field engineers, and technology partners. Furthermore, TCS actively supported VIAVI in showcasing and operating customized test suites designed according to individual customer requirements.

This future-ready thinking, scalable test solution empowered VIAVI to revolutionize service delivery, granting customers the ability to promote the launch of innovative products while sticking to regulatory standards. The solution's adaptability and extensive functionality allowed VIAVI to cater to a wide-ranging client base, encompassing network equipment manufacturers, tier-2 OEMs, integration and conformance labs, and network operators.

TCS and VIAVI have consistently co-innovated across successive generations of technology, beginning with 2G and progressing to the latest advancements, through its remarkable 25-year partnership. TCS has played a key role in VIAVI's evolution and adaptation, collaborating on new product development, managing existing product portfolios, integrating acquisitions, and redefining critical business functions.

Most recently, TCS was a driving force behind VIAVI's creation of a pioneering 5G Open RAN test verification and assurance portfolio, featuring offerings such as the TM500 O-RU Tester, TeraVM O-DU Tester, and an end-to-end Open RAN test product suite.

“Twenty-five years ago, VIAVI and TCS embarked on a journey to collaborate and co-innovate, steering the technological evolution from 2G to 5G and beyond. We are excited to move into the next phase of the journey and expand our partnership. Networks are growing more complex, and with VIAVI’s unwavering focus on testing simplicity combined with TCS’ expertise in platforms, we will enable customers to accelerate technology development which reduces TCO and time to market,” said Ian Langley, Senior Vice President, Wireless Business Unit, VIAVI.

“TCS is pleased to expand its collaboration with VIAVI to co-create a platform-agnostic interoperability device testing solution. Our extensive experience in delivering transformation projects and technology expertise helped VIAVI with a transformed user experience, boosting its market reach,” said V Rajanna, Business Group Head, Technology, Software and Services, TCS. “TCS shall continue co-innovating with VIAVI to shape next-gen communication technologies, creating unique test solutions for 5G Advance and 6G, helping drive its business growth.”

Hence, the collaboration between TCS and VIAVI continues to shape the ever-evolving technology landscape, propelling innovation and facilitating the rapid adoption of 5G advancements. Their long-standing partnership has consistently yielded groundbreaking solutions, setting the stage for a future marked by transformative connectivity and technological progress.