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Test as a Service
Testing as a Service
for O-RAN
Choose certification or verification, flexible testing that moves at your speed. Get market-ready faster with independent validation tailored to your business needs.
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Advanced Connectivity Technologies
Over 26 Open RAN international vendors from 15 different countries have accessed our facilities to date
26+
International Vendors
15
Countries Represented
71
Product Tests Completed
Proven interoperability and validated performance are no longer optional, they’re baseline expectations.
Accelerate your product’s route to market by validating compliance, interoperability, and end-to-end functional and performance through globally recognised standards and independent testing.
Discover the Open Networks Lab
Explore previews of our Open Networks Lab below, register to explore the full tour.
Radio Units
Energy Testing
Private Telco Cloud
O-DU Testing
Advanced Test and Measurement Suite
The UK’s Only OTIC Lab
Digital Catapult’s Open Networks Lab holds accreditation through the O-RAN Alliance as the only OTIC in the UK, we’ll also soon be able to offer other badging programmes. Independent testing expertise supports your journey from prototype to certification and badging.
What makes Digital Catapult different?
We combine official credentials with genuine expertise, commercial neutrality, and operator-relevant testing. Whether you need official market recognition or internal quality assurance, our Testing as a Service platform delivers the validation you need.
1. Vendor Neutral
No commercial conflicts. Objective results you can trust.
2. Operator Informed
Testing informed by real-world deployment requirements.
3. Expert Team
Deep open networks knowledge and hands-on testing experience.
4. State-of-the-art Facilities
Indoor/outdoor testbeds. Remote and on-site access.
Our engagement with Digital Catapult has been a game-changer in our technological evolution. This distinctive platform has provided us with an invaluable avenue to exhibit our superior integration skills and highlight the advanced capabilities of our 5G gNB technology, a crucial element for the future of enterprise immersive experiences, particularly within the European landscape. Adrian Tung General Manager, G REIGNS
Three O-RAN certification pathways
O-RU Conformance Certification: Specification compliance
Verify your product’s conformance to O-RAN specifications using official test suites. Gain the assurance that your interfaces meet industry-defined requirements
Best For: Individual components (O-RU, O-DU, O-CU, RIC)
Tests: Interface compliance, protocol conformance
Outcome: Working with Digital Catapult you can either check you are certification ready or go for your full O-RAN Certificate and Registry listing.
Learn more about O-RU Certification
Interoperability (IOT) Badge: Multi-vendor integration
Demonstrate seamless interaction between products connected via O-RAN or profiled 3GPP interfaces. Show the market your solution works reliably in a multi-vendor ecosystem.
Best For: Products needing multi-vendor validation
Tests: Integration with reference/commercial equipment
Outcome: Working with Digital Catapult you can either check you are IOT Badge ready or go for your O-RAN Alliance backed IOT Badge to gain ecosystem visibility.
Learn more about the IOT Badge
End-to-End (E2E) Badge: System-level performance
Prove the functionality, security, and performance of a complete system or subsystem. Highlight readiness for commercial deployment.
Best For: Complete systems or subsystems
Tests: Full network functionality and performance
Outcome: Working with Digital Catapult you can either check you are E2E Badge ready or go for your O-RAN Alliance backed E2E Tested Badge to gain ecosystem visibility.
Learn more about the E2E Badge
Custom Testing Solutions
We’re able to provide testing and support tailored specifically to your testing needs leveraging our leading facilities and expertise, in areas such as Standalone Private 5G networks, Spectrum, Energy Efficiency, Security and AI. Get in touch to discuss with a member of our team today.
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Please Note: Certificates and badges are awarded based on successful test outcomes. Our role is to conduct rigorous, independent testing and certification is earned through technical performance, not guaranteed by engagement.
