White Paper Abstract:
Although the need to collapse disparate networks on an IP/MPLS core is clear, network engineers readily articulate the myriad of challenges that accompany long term convergence plans. Primary research with the largest IP backbone operators shows an increasing need for a simple, scalable IP/MPLS PoP architecture and an efficient, secure network operations environment. To satisfy both of these broad objectives and therefore reduce TCO, carriers require targeted technology solutions.