Extend public mobile on Nokia DAC private networks
Enterprises need indoor mobile coverage that works like the macro, integrates with private wireless, and sets a path to 5G and AI without ripping-and-replacing infrastructure.
Indoor coverage gaps create business risk
Most mobile usage is indoors, yet the vast majority of commercial buildings still rely on spotty macro penetration that struggles with concrete, glass, and energy-efficient materials. The result is dropped calls for staff and visitors, safety blind spots, and delayed workflows. Distributed antenna systems (DAS) helped in the past, but cost, carrier onboarding, and lifecycle issues make many legacy deployments hard to justify or refresh.
How neutral host integrates with private wireless
InfiniG’s Neutral Host as a Service turns a CBRS shared-spectrum deployment into an extension of public mobile networks using a 3GPP MOCN architecture. Employees, contractors, and visitors get native service from AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon on their existing SIMs—no apps, no plan changes. The same radio footprint can also serve a private core—such as Nokia DAC—for enterprise devices and OT workloads, reducing RAN duplication while preserving security domains.
Inside the InfiniG and Nokia neutral host approach
The partnership combines InfiniG’s cloud-managed neutral host platform with Nokia’s AirScale RAN to bring carrier-class reliability indoors and align with an AI-ready roadmap.
Carrier-class Nokia AirScale RAN for DAC
InfiniG now offers Nokia’s AirScale radios and baseband, the same distributed RAN used by mobile operators and in Nokia DAC private networks worldwide. This elevates neutral-host deployments from “enterprise-grade” to “carrier-class,” with five-nines reliability targets and multi-venue scalability. For large hospitals, corporate campuses, industrial sites, and retailers, that credibility matters in procurement, operations, and lifecycle planning.
CBRS MOCN neutral host—no new SIMs
InfiniG’s multi-operator gateway enables simultaneous connectivity for major US carriers over CBRS, keeping traffic anchored to each operator’s core. The enterprise funds the indoor footprint; operators gain indoor reach with minimal provisioning and a consistent KPI view. InfiniG reports strong support from AT&T, growing pragmatism from T-Mobile, and increasing openness at Verizon for larger, enterprise-led venues.
Upgrade path to 5G Standalone and VoNR
The Nokia RAN is 5G-ready out of the box, protecting investments as operators certify 5G Standalone and VoNR on neutral host. Radios and gateways are software-upgradable, so enterprises can deploy today for LTE and move to 5G without swapping hardware. For sites with aging DAS, InfiniG can reuse existing coax runs by replacing the headend and plugging in radios—cutting disruption and accelerating time-to-service.
What AI-RAN changes for enterprise RAN
Nokia’s AI-RAN vision, backed by Nvidia, brings on-prem GPUs and intelligent automation to the RAN—first boosting coverage efficiency, then enabling enterprise AI at the edge.
On-prem GPUs and automated RAN optimization
Nokia’s roadmap adds GPU acceleration into the baseband to optimize radio scheduling, spectrum use, power, and QoS. Those same compute resources can be exposed on-prem for AI inference. For enterprises, it means the indoor RAN becomes a dual-purpose platform: carrier-grade coverage plus low-latency compute adjacent to devices and sensors.
From indoor coverage to on-prem compute for enterprise apps
Latency-sensitive applications—computer vision for safety, robotics navigation, real-time quality inspection—benefit from single-digit millisecond inference on-site. Neutral host provides the baseline mobile experience for people and visitors; a paired private core (e.g., Nokia DAC or third-party EPC) can anchor the deterministic connectivity and data isolation these AI workloads demand. InfiniG expects pilots within months and broader commercialization as the Nokia/Nvidia stack matures.
Market trends and US operator posture
Enterprise-funded indoor coverage, combined with CBRS pragmatism, is shifting US operator attitudes toward MOCN—especially for big, brand-sensitive venues.
AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon positions on indoor MOCN
AT&T is actively onboarding indoor MOCN. T-Mobile has signaled caution around its SA strategy yet remains pragmatic when business impact is clear. Verizon’s stance has softened for large venues that matter to its subscribers. The message: pursue high-value buildings first; multi-operator participation follows when customer impact is material.
Replacing DAS and improving lifecycle economics
DAS capital and multi-carrier integration cycles are hard to sustain, and many systems are at end-of-life. A CBRS neutral-host RAN offers faster deployment, software upgrades, and a credible path to 5G SA and AI-RAN. Reusing in-place cabling reduces retrofit risk. For enterprises, the shift moves indoor mobility to a predictable, cloud-managed service model with carrier-grade reliability and clearer ROI.
Next steps for enterprises
Plan for a converged indoor architecture that delivers public coverage now, supports private wireless, and readies the site for AI-era applications.
Solution selection checklist
Prioritize carrier-class radios (Nokia AirScale) that are 4G/5G capable; insist on a MOCN gateway proven with AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon; confirm CBRS regulatory alignment and observability; require five-nines reliability and cloud-based lifecycle management; ensure simple integration with your chosen private core (e.g., Nokia DAC, Druid, Pente, Cisco). Validate reuse of existing DAS cabling where applicable to lower install risk.
Deployment patterns and timeline
Start with high-impact buildings—hospitals, flagship retail, large offices, logistics hubs—where public coverage is essential. Deploy neutral host first to stabilize user mobility, then add a private core for OT devices and advanced use cases. Treat AI-RAN as a roadmap item: select hardware with GPU-ready options now, pilot inference at the edge as Nokia/Nvidia capabilities land, and scale when operational gains are clear.
The takeaway: turning your Nokia DAC private wireless footprint into a neutral-host platform with InfiniG delivers frictionless public mobile indoors today, protects investments for 5G SA and VoNR, and positions your sites for on-prem AI—without locking you into proprietary cores, devices, or deployment models.
