- Dynamically coordinated 5G network slicing in a multi-domain, multi-vendor environment.
- Multi-domain orchestration using open APIs enables on-demand 5G network slicing services.
- Automated slice provisioning increases agility and optimizes use of network resources.
In a proof of concept (PoC), Deutsche Telekom, Blue Planet, Ericsson, and Mavenir jointly demonstrate the agility benefits of multidomain orchestration using open APIs to automatically create new slice-based services on demand. Create it.
This joint proof of concept shows how companies can place service orders on Deutsche Telekom’s customer portal. This begins configuring a secure, dedicated network slice with guaranteed quality of service (QoS) levels specific to your connectivity requirements. Slice is implemented as a dynamic, automated, end-to-end service offering that is activated in minutes across the 5G network, from user equipment (UE) to enterprise user applications. To implement this enterprise service use case, the partners worked together to deploy his 5G Standalone (SA) network infrastructure in test mode at Deutsche Telekom’s laboratories in Darmstadt and Bonn.
This setup includes a customer portal as part of the Business Support System (BSS) provided by Deutsche Telekom, a commercial multi-domain service orchestrator (MDSO) provided by Blue Planet, and a cloud-native 5G core (5GC) from Mavenir. Contains integration. Ericsson’s Radio Access Network (RAN) also includes network management functions. Additionally, Deutsche Telekom’s proprietary network resource qualification system called Bookkeeper was used to manage service feasibility.
Given the diversity of 5G network technologies, open APIs are required to integrate and manage elements across different technology domains and suppliers. The set of interfaces used in this PoC included industry standard open APIs from the TM Forum.
The following features were demonstrated in the PoC:
- Ordering products by business customers
- Order disassembly and distribution to technology domain by MDSO
- Model-driven RAN and Core Domain – Enable slice orchestration and end-to-end service orchestration in minutes
- Dynamic instantiation of network functions such as User Plane Function (UPF)
- Customer SIM subscription and provisioning
said Changsoon Choi, Vice President of Network Service Differentiation and Integration at Deutsche Telekom. “Our enterprise customers are looking for customized and flexible connectivity services. In this ground-breaking PoC, we worked with our partners to successfully validate multi-domain orchestration and enable customers to click through several options. Dynamic slicing and automation are key innovations that enable the delivery of on-demand 5G services with guaranteed quality of service for enterprise customers. is.
said Joe Cumello, senior vice president and general manager of Blue Planet, a division of Ciena. “With the help of Blue Planet’s MDSO, Deutsche Telekom can automatically create new slice-based service offerings on demand with this ground-breaking PoC.” Our vision is to lead the digital communications transformation of communications service providers around the world. ”
Daniel Leimbach, Head of CU Western Europe at Ericsson, said: “We are pleased to be able to once again collaborate effectively with our long-standing partner in Deutsche Telekom to develop such important capabilities. “Delivery is a key element in realizing the true value of 5G in driving commercially successful new business use cases.”
Ashok Khuntia, President, Core Networks, Mavenir, said: “Mavenir is committed to supporting Deutsche Telekom’s 5G standalone business objectives by enabling dynamic network slicing. By exposing open APIs, Mavenir’s cloud-native 5G core enables enterprise customers to deploy dedicated 5G Enables you to seamlessly request the deployment and configuration of core user and control plane network functions, and provision corresponding subscriber profiles through the orchestration layer. This collaborative activity is delivered anytime, anywhere, with guaranteed on-demand This represents a monetization opportunity that allows us to offer service level agreements for
network slicing
Network slicing is a key architectural feature of 5G SA that enables the creation of multiple virtual networks on a single physical network infrastructure. You can then provide each “slice” with different service characteristics and quality parameters, with complete separation between the slices, depending on your customer’s needs. These technology enablers will support carriers to develop new differentiated services and business models by leveraging the premium connectivity that 5G SA can provide.
