# Cloud-native 2G

**DEPLOYMENT BENEFITS**

The Parallel Wireless fully virtualized 2G solution delivers the following business benefits to global mobile operators:

−   **Lowest TCO** for multi-mode 2G/3G/4G/5G or single mode solution as it provides a virtualized vBSC function that can support tens of thousands of cells.

- Lowest Site CAPEX with an easy plug-n-play install with [SON](/content/products/real-time-all-g-son/index.html). Innovative [OpenRAN hardware](/content/products/openran-hardware-ecosystem/index.html) doesn’t require cooling, requires fewer solar panels or batteries, reducing overall site cost. It can be installed on poles or existing and exposed structures due to lighter wind load. With flexible backhaul(today or tomorrow’s technology) the install cost is even further reduced.

−   Reduced OPEX through

- **Lowest power consumption** for multimode operation
- **Automated, hands-free maintenance** via SON
- **Self-optimization and self-healing** of any remote sites (no need to send engineers on site/expensive truck rolls)
- **SON** module Parallel Wireless can adjust RF power levels or shut base station down in non-peak hours

−   Supports a variety of **[deployment scenarios](/content/solutions/index.html) for [coverage](/content/solutions/rural/index.html) and [capacity](/content/solutions/urban-wireless-solutions/index.html)**(rural, suburban, mobile black spots, etc.) including greenfield 2G or expanding current 2G footprint

−   **Investment protection through future-proof architecture with** 3G, 4G, 5G functionality being built into the software suite to optimize the investment. This allows MNOs to migrate to 3G, 4G, and 5G on their timelines at much lower cost.