Virtual networks optimized by use case is goal of 5G network slicing
The mobile industry consensus is there will be a new "5G" radio access standard by 2020. However, 5G networks will be much more than just radio access as these future networks are expected...
AT&T detailed the DCAE work within its ECOMP initiative as key to its goal of tapping SDN and NFV for greater control over network resources
AT&T’s push into gaining software control of its network has led to a number of innovations for the telecom space,...
On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check we speak with ONUG on its advocacy for open interoperable hardware and software-defined infrastructure
Enterprises are seen as some of the earliest test cases in terms of the telecommunications industry’s push into virtualization platforms, with many operators working with...
ONUG said the launch shows commitment in supporting transition to open software-defined infrastructure
The Open Networking User Group moved on its first collaborative effort to launch a set of initiatives it said are focused on open IT frameworks and mark its commitment to help support...
Comptel partners with Telefónica, Orange on NFV, virtualization for TM Forum Live catalysts
NICE, France – Competition from over-the-top players leveraging massive cloud operations to quickly bring services to market is forcing telcos to look to virtualization, automation and new business models to maintain competitiveness....
On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check, we speak with TM Forum on deployment and operational challenges in connecting NFV islands
Virtualization platforms using network functions virtualization and software-defined networking technologies continue a slow roll out across telecom network operations. The current pace is being impacted...
In looking to hit 30% software control by year-end, AT&T set to increase education of workforce in NFV, SDN and IoT technologies
AT&T is looking to increase the pace in which it’s migrating software control over its network as well as bolstering the software-based...
NFV and SDN deployments continue to challenge legacy deployment and operational models, though carriers are learning from the process
ORLANDO, Florida – Network virtualization is expected to revolutionize how telecom operators control their networks, with technologies like software-defined networking, network functions virtualization and cloud becoming...
Hewlett Packard Enterprise lays out reasons why the telco cloud is set to provide new opportunities for CSPs
For years, the largest communications service providers have relied on wireless service to offset declines in landline voice while still providing modest revenue growth. Those days may...
On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check, we look at some of the top news from across the space over the past week and speak with Red Hat on evolving storage needs for cloud infrastructure
Verizon this week claimed it recently completed the industry’s largest known...
ZTE said it invested 14% of revenues in research and development during the quarter, while China Telecom posted strong LTE growth
ZTE posted CNY 21.86 billion ($3.37 billion) in operating revenues during the first quarter of 2016, climbing 4.1% year-over-year.
Net profit for the quarter...
AT&T countered recent claims by Verizon of being part of the largest OpenStack deployments, though welcomed its rival to the ecosystem
AT&T looks to have taken exception to a claim by rival Verizon Communications regarding the size of a recent OpenStack-powered cloud development.
Writing on the...
TBR notes early adopter operators are pushing NFV and SDN deployments despite standards and interoperability concerns
A recent Technology Business Research report found some early adopter telecom operators were moving forward with limited commercial launches of network functions virtualization and software-defined networking technologies despite continuing...
As data pipes gain intelligence and flexibility, network owners have to provide monitoring to monetize investments
The flexibility associated with cloud computing and fully programmable, software-defined networks is fundamentally changing the telecommunications industry into a customer-facing business focused on end-user quality of experience.
SLA and circuit...
Verizon said it recently completed NFV OpenStack cloud deployments across five U.S. data centers, with international and edge network push by year-end
Verizon Communications claims it recently completed the industry’s largest known network functions virtualization OpenStack cloud deployment across five of its U.S. data centers.
The...
ETSI’s Mobile Edge Computing ISG looks to define MEC terminology, lay out technical requirements and use cases for mobile network deployments
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute released a trio of “foundation-level” group specifications through its Mobile Edge Computing Industry Specifications Group, which it claims define...
OpenCloud rounds out a three-part series to look at how carriers have options when it comes to support for their VoLTE deployments
In my previous column, I looked at how operators can evolve their service layers to streamline voice-over-LTE deployments and accelerate feature parity with...
On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check, we speak with Ron Haberman, VP of Nokia Network’s CloudBand Business Unit, to discuss platform updates and get an overview on carrier adoption
Nokia Networks recently closed on its acquisition of Alcatel-Lucent, which bolstered its equipment and services portfolio...
On this week’s carrier wrap we speak with CCA CEO Steve Berry on the trade organization’s MCS show and upcoming agenda, and with Ericsson on 5G, IoT and NFV
This week’s Carrier Wrap comes from the recent Competitive Carriers Association Mobile Carriers Show, where...
With the revolution of the network, enabled by new technologies like Network Function Virtualization (NFV) and Software Defined Networking (SDN) firmly underway, how and where application awareness is deployed in networks will dramatically change.
Learn about the benefits application awareness can bring to virtualized networks...
On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check, we look at some top news items from across the space as well as speak with Accedian Networks about network QoS related to SDN, NFV and 5G
On today’s show we have an interview with Scott Sumner, VP of...
On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check, we speak with the European Telecommunications Standards Institute to get an update on the organization’s work in developing standards for NFV
ETSI initiated standards work for NFV back in late 2012, starting with collaboration with seven telecom network...
T-Mobile 5G plans are set for a boost as the carrier filed applications for experimental spectrum license usage around its Washington headquarters
T-Mobile US is moving on plans to begin testing of “5G” technologies, filing applications with the Federal Communications Commission to use experimental spectrum...
Look inside AT&T's Austin Spectrum Lab with RCRtv
AUSTIN, Texas – In an unassuming building in Austin, Texas, AT&T engineers can recreate virtually any network condition in the high-tech Austin Spectrum Lab, which will also serve as ground zero for the carrier’s upcoming trials of "5G."
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