GMPLS Key Drivers (cont’d)
Simplified Network control and management (today: each transport layer has its own control and management plane implying waste of 60% - 80% carrier resources)
Removes strong limitations of today proprietary protocols:
- b/w network nodes (EMS/control plane) and Centralized NM System
- b/w Centralized NM Systems (implying additional proprietary developments)
Conclusion: GMPLS can provide “carrier class” response to new generation transmission networks challenges
Scope: Demystify GMPLS paradigm and related concepts