SDN

ONF and ON.Lab note ONS Project enhancements to better support legacy network operations looking to take advantage of SDN. The Open Networking Foundation and Open Networking Lab recently unveiled the …

Sprint 5G moves are moving ahead with plans to integrate greater software control of network resources using NFV and SDN technologies. On this week’s “NFV/SDN Reality Check” we speak with …

SVP of AT&T Labs Chris Rice named chair of ONAP Project just weeks after its formation out of The Linux Foundation; releases code in bid for collaboration. Mere weeks after …

Ericsson and Cisco hyped opportunities for CCA members in adopting a greater focus on 5G, IoT and video services. LAS VEGAS – The domestic mobile telecommunications space’s continued head-long rush …

AT&T claimed the white box trial was a telecom industry first and included partners Intel, Delta Electronics, Broadcom, SnapRoute, Edgecore and Barefoot. In its ongoing quest for greater software control …

OPNFV said its fourth platform release brings development and operations methodologies to the NFV space, and is a “turning point” for organization. The Linux Foundation’s Open Platform for NFV project …

The CORD Project, which is focused on using NFV, SDN and cloud technology to re-invent data centers, adds carriers Sprint and Deutsche Telekom to its ranks. The CORD Project said …

Operators looking to unlock the true potential of SDN and NFV need to focus on OSS and BSS integration. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our …

Learn how Cradlepoint is approaching the software-defined, multi-WAN future of 5G As 5G continues to take shape at the standards levels, service providers and vendors are aggressively breaking down new, …

ETSI’s MEC plans were signified with a name change and expanded focus to include hetnets using LTE, 5G, fixed broadband and Wi-Fi technologies. Highlighting the rapidly expanding scale and scope …

The Linux Foundation bolstered its telecom ranks with AT&T joining the organization as its twelfth “platinum” member on the heels of ECOMP move. The Linux Foundation announced AT&T has joined …

What role are digital OSS platforms set to play for telecommunication providers as they move down the road of software-based virtualization deployments? Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our …

CenturyLink notes use of CORD design as part of virtualized broadband network gateway is part of extensive virtualization use in IP core by end of 2019. The telecommunications industry’s adoption …

AT&T noted successful first phase of SDN controlled testing sets the stage for faster Open ROADM trial and open router platform. AT&T continued its push for greater software control over …

Robust attention in SD-WAN platforms from carriers, vendors and enterprises is proving to be an early entry point and a source of financial return. On this week’s “NFV/SDN Reality Check” …

A new report from TIA, Tolaga Research and InterDigital found 5G deployment hurdles to include too much of a focus on specific sites, backhaul challenges. The mobile telecommunications space is …

Results from a recent ETSI Plugtests event showed near complete success in some NFV test schemes, with work still needed on more complex operations. The European Telecommunications Standards Institute touted …

NEC used VPN routers as well as SDN controllers and switches in IoT tests. NEC said it carried out a system trial allowing the company to create and utilize optimized …

Google said it plans to build software platforms allowing mobile operators to run network services in virtualized environments. Google recently bolstered its telecommunications-based software moves, announcing deals with Bharti Airtel …

Nuage Networks, which is a division of Nokia, is set to supply a SDN platform to Vodafone in support of data center and VPN+ SD-WAN operations. Vodafone Group tapped Nokia’s …

The Linux Foundation discusses its ONAP Project, which is focused on consolidating efforts around open source orchestration and management. On this week’s “NFV/SDN Reality Check,” we speak with The Linux …

Power management seen as a key component to growing the small cell footprint necessary for support of telecom industry’s 5G and IoT plans. SANTA CLARA, California – The telecommunication industry’s …

A complete software- and cloud-based reorganization of how telecom networks are constructed and operated is needed to meet 5G and IoT demands. SANTA CLARA, California – Latency and a business …

Devops transition is ‘No. 1 pain point’ as operators embrace virtualization. As operators move to embrace virtualization on the road to “5G,” can the workforce keep up? Many leaders in …

Latin American telecommunication operators are in the process of deploying big data solutions, though monetization of those efforts remain a challenge. Editor’s Note: Welcome to Analyst Angle. We’ve collected a …