Autonomous networks: Level 4 industry blueprint

Autonomous networks (AN) promise to be transformative for CSPs, enabling them to operate more efficiently, deliver better customer experiences and innovate rapidly. TM Forum’s community sits at the center of an industry-wide collaboration to drive the uptake and evolution of AN technology, processes and the business models they enable. This report highlights a blueprint for progression towards Level 4 autonomous networks – a state of high autononomy – from architecture and key technologies to evolution path, with a particular focus on high-value scenarios.