Software-defined cognitive networks: machine learning from comprehensive network data for self-organizing, self-optimizing management Software-defined networking: automated, multi-layer control with open interfaces for better resource utilization Legacy NMS: manual processes with tight control and potential for higher resource utilization Short-term improvements – long-term objectives Intelligently managing and operating networks 4. 2018 ADVA Optical Networking. Intent-based service activation Real-time, intent-based provisioning of secure connections Multi-layer network optimization and self-healing for highest availability Seamless integration with open, standardized interfaces Open network automation - multi-partner demonstration NETCONF RESTCONF/ TAPIOPENFLOW Secure photonic layer Secure CE layer Secure vSwitch layer Intent-driven API Network orchestrator Source: Intent-Based In-flight Service Encryption in Multi-Layer Transport Networks, OFC 2017 5. 2018 ADVA Optical Networking. Security is key ZTP is flexible and can be adapted to operational needs and stakeholder scenarios Zero touch provisioning in action Configuration steps Yang models 1. Device connects to bootstrap server and authenticates itself and the bootstrap server Zero touch information data model; procedure: get- bootstrapping data 2. Device uploads the boot-image and configuration scripts and verifies integrity and authenticity Ownership certificate, ownership voucher 3. Device installs and executes boot image and scripts Procedure: report-progress; device: "bootstrap complete" NB: There is also a need for securely connecting with NMS systems and there might be several boot and configuration servers … Service provider (owner) Bootstrapping server 6. 2018 ADVA Optical Networking. Intelligence emerges from complexity and scale Intelligence substituting human capabilities Insight extending human capabilities Explain affirming human capabilities • Machine learning: prediction • Deep learning: automated machines • AI: behaves and reasons • Data analysis: individual problem • Data analytics: general problem • Big data: beyond traditional data • Statistics: quantification • Data mining: pattern identification 7. 2018 ADVA Optical Networking. AI business value expectations (suppliers) Optimization of network resources Fraud detection and security Personalization Predicting congestion ChatbotsSituation-aware assuranceCall center Natural language machine control Source: AI – the time is now; TM Forum, Dec 2017 8. 2018 ADVA Optical Networking.