On-premise vs edge cloud vs hybrid deployment models

Fully On-Premise Deployment

On-premise private 5G deploys all network components — radio units, distributed units, centralized units, and complete 5G core — within the enterprise facility. This model provides the lowest latency since all data processing occurs locally without traversing any external network. Data sovereignty is absolute because no traffic leaves the premises. The enterprise maintains full control over upgrades, configuration changes, and security policies. However, on-premise demands significant capital expenditure for hardware and requires skilled staff for ongoing operations. Organizations choosing…