With private 5G networks, the “one-size-fits-all” does not align with the needs of most enterprises. The large, complex legacy solutions were built for the Communication Service Provider (CSP) sector, tailored for vast, sprawling, complicated public networks. Yet, when it comes to the nuanced requirements of most enterprise deployments—especially those with 1-5 radio nodes covering up to 100,000 square feet such as parking garages, modest manufacturing units, compact warehouses, smart agriculture, retail outposts, and dynamic construction sites—these legacy telco designs miss the mark. These environments often lack the infrastructure and budget necessary to house extensive equipment like edge gateways, servers and typically operate without on-site IT teams to navigate complex network configurations. This is where Chorus steps in, designed to bridge this very gap with simplicity and speed. 

Before we dive into the tailored solutions that Chorus provides, let’s explore the more conventional options often considered for such scales: Network-in-a-Box (NiB) and Cloud-Hosted Private 5G Networks. 

Network-in-a-Box (NiB)

NiB packages convenience into a single, all-encompassing solution for swift private 5G deployment. Equipped with a 5G radio, core network, and management tools, these solutions are a testament to simplicity, offering a turnkey solution minus the complexities inherent in network development from the ground up. Yet, despite the appeal of swift deployment and ease of setup, NiB solutions come attached with limitations that cannot be overlooked: 

• The absence of robust centralized and remote management capabilities significantly undermines the efficiency of network administration tasks—be it monitoring, troubleshooting, software updates, or SIM management. 
• Multi-radio and multi-site deployment challenges arise from the nature of NiB solutions, which typically support just one radio per site, making it difficult to scale and coordinate network management effectively. 

Cloud-Hosted Private 5G Networks 

Centralized onboarding and management typify cloud-hosted private networks, with services like AWS Private 5G serving as a prime example. These solutions, while simplifying on-premise deployment to some extent, usher in notable drawbacks: 

• The cost and complexity of integrating and configuring these solutions contribute to an uptick in operational expenses, particularly due to the requirement for the data plane to be hosted in the public cloud. This model requires volumes of enterprise data to be transmitted across the Internet and to the cloud for processing and policy. 
• High latency also becomes a problem for real-time or mission-critical applications, which demand rapid data processing and communication. For mission-critical applications—such as Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), robots, and automated forklifts—where every millisecond counts, the elevated latency of cloud-hosted networks can be detrimental, introducing inconsistencies that could disrupt operations and heighten the risk of errors. 
• Data security and privacy concerns escalate when sensitive information must traverse WAN links to reach cloud infrastructure, introducing potential security vulnerabilities. 

Against this backdrop, Chorus emerges not just as an alternative but as a visionary leap forward, specifically designed to meet the unique needs of more compact, yet no less critical, network deployments. 

Chorus  

Chorus distinguishes itself in the crowded private 5G arena by prioritizing user-friendly design, adaptable architecture, simple installation and uncompromising security. Providing a complete package, Chorus combines RAN and core network elements into a unified system. This integration, along with its straightforward deployment, management, and upgrade process, sets a new benchmark for operational efficiency. Here’s how Chorus redefines the deployment and management of private 5G networks: 

• True Zero-Touch Deployment: Chorus reimagines network setup with its zero-touch deployment feature. Just power on, connect to the Internet, and Chorus autonomously self-configures with negligible need for manual intervention. This streamlined process diminishes deployment time and labor, making sophisticated network technology attainable and manageable by almost anyone. 
• Cloud-Based Remote Monitoring: Chorus’s cloud-based monitoring offers a bird’s-eye view of network health across multiple sites, providing administrators and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) with the tools needed to oversee network performance, diagnose issues, and conduct maintenance from afar, negating the need for on-site presence. 
• Low Latency Data Delivery: By keeping the data plane on-site, Chorus ensures swift and dependable data delivery. This local processing of data curtails the distance data must travel, significantly boosting response times, enhancing user experience, and facilitating real-time applications critical to modern enterprises. 
• Designed with MSPs in Mind: Chorus’s platform is tailored to empower MSPs, allowing them to manage and deliver superior network services efficiently. With its intuitive interface, robust remote monitoring, and streamlined automated deployment, MSPs can offer top-tier services with reduced operational complexity.
• Security and Privacy: With Chorus enterprise data never has to leave the site which means better privacy, security and lower cloud processing fees. Ataya also provides Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) with microsegmentation which provides even more security and policy enforcement. 

In essence, Chorus is not just another alternative in the private 5G landscape; it is a pioneering leap forward, tailor-made to empower businesses, irrespective of their size, with a robust, agile, and accessible network solution. With Chorus, businesses and MSPs can confidently step into the future of connectivity, ensuring they remain at the forefront of the digital evolution. 

Are you an enterprise exploring 5G for your connectivity but hindered by the complexity and high cost? Do you have many sites, each with a few radios.? Look no further; Chorus is simply the fastest and least expensive way to set up a private 5G network. Feel free to contact us to learn more about Chorus and the other innovative solutions Ataya brings to the market.