This document discusses ways for telecom operators to increase network coverage and capacity while reducing energy use. It advocates taking a holistic, systematic approach that considers the entire network, not just individual network components. Specifically, it recommends that operators: 1) Address the installed network base by utilizing software to boost performance and prolong hardware lifecycles; 2) Build networks with precision to match equipment sizing and placement to traffic demands; and 3) Optimize equipment usage on each site. The document provides examples of how Ericsson's solutions help operators implement this approach to improve energy performance across 2G, 3G and 4G networks.
As a power distribution solutions provider, UGL Limited provides the foundation for green cities and energy efficient infrastructures. Learn more about its services.
Innovari is a global energy company headquartered in Austin, Texas with offices around the world. The document discusses Innovari's executive team experience and global activities. It also summarizes Innovari's interactive energy platform, which connects utilities, customers, and communities to improve energy use through demand side management programs, distributed energy resources, and grid analytics. The platform allows two-way communication between utilities and customer loads to provide demand response and enable the integration of renewables.
This document discusses challenges and opportunities in electricity distribution models in NSW. It summarizes that the carbon tax, mandatory feed-in tariffs, and other policies have cost customers over $2655 per customer over 5 years. It outlines Ergon Energy's strategic objectives to provide customer choice and control while keeping price increases below inflation. The document also notes excess generation capacity could be leveraged given falling demand, and that distribution networks are not being effectively utilized due to these changes. It proposes possible hybrid future models and reforming distribution to an open access platform that enables customer choice and drives energy productivity.
Patent Landscape Report on “Electric vehicles – Vehicle to Grid Technology” b...Caroline Charumathy
Vehicle to grid technology is widely used for reducing / handling peak loads on the grid. The most patented technologies under V2G are Charging control system, Billing and metering system, Communication and networking system, Wireless energy transfer system. This landscape report will help in understanding the patenting activity for V2G by different OEM's and identifying the key players in this technology.
To get in-depth analysis of specific technology areas and the competitive patent landscape similar to this, contact us.
LTE is not always the best option for backup network services due to effective mobile network marketing campaigns. Satellite provides higher scores against key user requirements of 100% uptime, coverage, power resilience, guaranteed SLA, seamless integration and management, and lower cost per MB compared to LTE. A quantitative evaluation shows satellite is the stronger option for backup services by meeting all areas of need, while LTE is weaker in all areas.
TPDDL has transformed its operations and improved reliability, efficiency, and customer service over the past decade. Key achievements include reducing AT&C losses from 53.1% to 9.87% and improving system reliability and availability indices. TPDDL has also increased consumer engagement through various initiatives, expanded payment options, and launched new programs to promote energy efficiency and consumer conveniences like solar power. Moving forward, TPDDL plans further network improvements and consumer programs to continue progress.
In many ways, the electricity industry makes an unlikely candidate for disruption. Not much changed between the 1880s, when Thomas Edison began building power stations, and the start of the 21st century. Top business leaders rarely had to think about electricity. They got their electricity from the power plant, or the local utility, or the government, and had little say in how it was produced, delivered, or managed. Utility executives, for their part, could make and execute long-term plans with a great deal of security. Demand tended to rise along with the economy; natural monopolies were the norm.
No longer. Several coincident, significant transformations are causing a revolution in the way electricity — the vital fuel of global commerce and human comfort — is produced, distributed, stored, and marketed. A top-down, centralized system is devolving into one that is much more distributed and interactive. The mix of generation is shifting from high carbon to lower carbon, and, often, to no carbon. In many regions, the electricity business is transforming from a monopoly to a highly competitive arena.
Telecom Industry: Networking Function Virtualization: CapEx and OpEx SavingsHarilaos Koumaras
This is the presentation given at Cloud Computing Conference on 20 March 2014 on virtualizing network functions. For more info please refer at http://cloudforum.boussiasconferences.gr/
As a power distribution solutions provider, UGL Limited provides the foundation for green cities and energy efficient infrastructures. Learn more about its services.
Innovari is a global energy company headquartered in Austin, Texas with offices around the world. The document discusses Innovari's executive team experience and global activities. It also summarizes Innovari's interactive energy platform, which connects utilities, customers, and communities to improve energy use through demand side management programs, distributed energy resources, and grid analytics. The platform allows two-way communication between utilities and customer loads to provide demand response and enable the integration of renewables.
This document discusses challenges and opportunities in electricity distribution models in NSW. It summarizes that the carbon tax, mandatory feed-in tariffs, and other policies have cost customers over $2655 per customer over 5 years. It outlines Ergon Energy's strategic objectives to provide customer choice and control while keeping price increases below inflation. The document also notes excess generation capacity could be leveraged given falling demand, and that distribution networks are not being effectively utilized due to these changes. It proposes possible hybrid future models and reforming distribution to an open access platform that enables customer choice and drives energy productivity.
Patent Landscape Report on “Electric vehicles – Vehicle to Grid Technology” b...Caroline Charumathy
Vehicle to grid technology is widely used for reducing / handling peak loads on the grid. The most patented technologies under V2G are Charging control system, Billing and metering system, Communication and networking system, Wireless energy transfer system. This landscape report will help in understanding the patenting activity for V2G by different OEM's and identifying the key players in this technology.
To get in-depth analysis of specific technology areas and the competitive patent landscape similar to this, contact us.
LTE is not always the best option for backup network services due to effective mobile network marketing campaigns. Satellite provides higher scores against key user requirements of 100% uptime, coverage, power resilience, guaranteed SLA, seamless integration and management, and lower cost per MB compared to LTE. A quantitative evaluation shows satellite is the stronger option for backup services by meeting all areas of need, while LTE is weaker in all areas.
TPDDL has transformed its operations and improved reliability, efficiency, and customer service over the past decade. Key achievements include reducing AT&C losses from 53.1% to 9.87% and improving system reliability and availability indices. TPDDL has also increased consumer engagement through various initiatives, expanded payment options, and launched new programs to promote energy efficiency and consumer conveniences like solar power. Moving forward, TPDDL plans further network improvements and consumer programs to continue progress.
In many ways, the electricity industry makes an unlikely candidate for disruption. Not much changed between the 1880s, when Thomas Edison began building power stations, and the start of the 21st century. Top business leaders rarely had to think about electricity. They got their electricity from the power plant, or the local utility, or the government, and had little say in how it was produced, delivered, or managed. Utility executives, for their part, could make and execute long-term plans with a great deal of security. Demand tended to rise along with the economy; natural monopolies were the norm.
No longer. Several coincident, significant transformations are causing a revolution in the way electricity — the vital fuel of global commerce and human comfort — is produced, distributed, stored, and marketed. A top-down, centralized system is devolving into one that is much more distributed and interactive. The mix of generation is shifting from high carbon to lower carbon, and, often, to no carbon. In many regions, the electricity business is transforming from a monopoly to a highly competitive arena.
Telecom Industry: Networking Function Virtualization: CapEx and OpEx SavingsHarilaos Koumaras
This is the presentation given at Cloud Computing Conference on 20 March 2014 on virtualizing network functions. For more info please refer at http://cloudforum.boussiasconferences.gr/
This is the paper that started it all. An early thought piece discussing the widening profitability gap for mobile network operators and positing a disruptive architectural response. Originally branded "Adaptive Backhaul", the concept already had most of the ingredients now found in the Mobile Edge Cloud: content caching, application hosting and acceleration deeply distributed in the radio access network. These ideas have been developed by innovative startups such as Saguna Networks and have formed the basis of important new offerings from Tier 1 network equipment vendors, such as NSN's Liquid Applications.
This document discusses a proposed wireless communication system for CESC to transmit data from switchgear panels to RTUs. It analyzes different wireless solutions like Zigbee and chooses the ATmega256rfr2 transceiver module. A mesh network design is proposed using this module with coordinator and router devices. Implementing this wireless system would save costs compared to the existing wired system, improve network flexibility, and avoid momentary load shedding during maintenance. In conclusion, the document recommends adopting this wireless communication solution for CESC's switchgear monitoring and control.
The document summarizes the power scenario in Delhi prior to reforms in 2002. It describes the financially unhealthy state of utilities at the time with high AT&C losses (53-60%), annual government subsidies of Rs. 1,500 crore, and a poor network condition. It notes the need for reforms to improve the network, make the sector self-sufficient, and enhance consumer satisfaction. The document then outlines some of the key initiatives taken by TPDDL to reform the distribution sector in Delhi, such as the introduction of a license-based regulated business model and focus on reducing AT&C losses and improving reliability.
This document summarizes research on assessing the performance of LTE and hybrid sensor-LTE networks in smart grid demand response scenarios. The research studies the impact of varying levels of demand response participation on traffic volumes, packet delivery ratios, and delays. Three demand response simulation scenarios are analyzed: direct load balancing with short generation intervals, load balancing with local energy generation and longer intervals, and high-intensity load balancing with very short intervals. The performance of a public LTE network and a hybrid sensor-LTE network are evaluated and compared. The hybrid network is shown to achieve lower delays and maintain higher delivery ratios for smart grid traffic under high demand response participation levels.
Utilities can leverage emerging technologies like smart grids and distributed energy resources to transform their business model and provide new services around local energy markets. This includes deploying and managing residential solar generation and microgrids. To succeed in this new environment, utilities need modernized field work management systems that optimize scheduling, improve customer satisfaction, and leverage connected vehicles and wearable technologies.
A Vision for a Holistic and Smart Grid with High Benefits to SocietyStephen Lee
Presented on Dec 2, 2009 as a keynote speech to the 2009 T&D Asia Conference in Bangkok and followed by moderating a round-table discussion of top utility executives in SE Asia.
Blacklight Analytics - Grid connection capacity of EV charging stationsQuentin Gemine
The growth of the electric vehicle fleet is driving the deployment of EV charging stations, which substantially impact the power demand of electricity distribution systems. This presents a real challenge that must be addressed effectively. Blacklight Analytics is developing a tool that determines the connection capacity of EV charging stations in a distribution system, as well as the optimal connection points in order to maximize the overall capacity of the grid.
The document discusses the prerequisite information needed for designing a 3G cellular network. It lists various types of information required from the network operator, including their business plan, technical specifications, funding plan, usage studies, and more. It also discusses the challenges of designing a 3G network with limited information and short timeframes from the operators. The network planning process involves calculating coverage, capacity, and base station requirements based on the available information.
This document discusses the vision for smart grids in 2030 and beyond. It outlines how future high-tech cities will have more skyscrapers and compact urbanization requiring complex, high-mobility communication systems. Urbanization, climate change, and demographic shifts are forcing cities to make infrastructure more efficient to integrate renewable energy and maintain grid stability. Smart grids will be needed to efficiently supply energy to high-rise buildings, utilize smart lighting and electric vehicles, and develop technologies like smart metering, demand response, and remote appliance control. Challenges to deploying smart grids include ensuring reliability and capacity, integrating renewable energy over long distances, and overcoming technical, business, and financial barriers to large investments.
This document summarizes a webinar on opportunities for customer relationship management (CRM) in the smart grid. The webinar featured a panel of experts discussing topics like the consumer experience with smart meters and pricing programs, opportunities for utilities to provide customers with energy usage information and pricing choices, and challenges and opportunities for CRM in educating customers and protecting privacy as the smart grid develops. The panelists represented utilities, technology companies, and consulting organizations.
The document discusses various challenges and opportunities in India's electricity transmission sector. It notes challenges in transmission planning due to uncertainties in generation sources and scheduling. Construction faces issues with land acquisition, statutory clearances, and skilled labor shortages. Implementation is challenged by tight commissioning timelines. Grid security and reliability pose ongoing issues around adherence to standards, congestion management, and protection systems. A transition to a market-based system through measures like general network access could help address some issues by providing generators flexibility while empowering states in transmission development.
March 2011 - Michigan Energy Forum - Joseph A. Malcoun IIAnnArborSPARK
Have you ever considered purchasing an electric vehicle? Want to find out what all the hype is about? Join us for an evening of information and updates on the rollout of electric vehicles in Michigan and the United States.
Evaluation of Utility Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Prot...Power System Operation
Practical and cost-effective communications solutions are needed to enable control of the growing number of integrated distributed energy resources (DERs) and grid-edge local aggregator devices such as home energy management systems. Each year, the total installed photovoltaic (PV) system capacity increases by an estimated 5 GW, over half of which is interconnected to the distribution system.1 PV’s increasing penetration—already accounting for the bulk of DER capacity—underscores the need to enable and manage its continued integration on the distribution system.2 Much previous work has shown that advanced distribution management systems (ADMS), which are effectively integration platforms for various grid control and visibility applications, can help enable the integration of higher levels of PV while also improving the overall performance and efficiency of the distribution circuit. Greater connectivity and controllability of utility- and customer-owned equipment increases the level of DER integration and overall circuit performance.3 The required performance of the enabling communications system, however, has been less thoroughly studied and is often greatly oversimplified in ADMS performance analysis. The availability of new technologies such as distributed sensors, two-way secure communications, advanced software for data management, and intelligent and autonomous controllers is driving the identification of communications standards and general requirements,4 but the link between the communications system and the expected performance of a utility-implemented control system such as an ADMS or other communications-reliant protective function requires further investigation.
The mobile and internet service provider sectors face significant challenges including high competition, declining revenues, increasing bandwidth demands, and high capital expenditure needs. However, there are also opportunities through infrastructure sharing, migrating to all-IP networks, offering new cloud and enterprise services, and leveraging big data. The applicant hopes to play a role in capitalizing on opportunities around the Internet of Things, where mobile networks will connect devices and cloud/data centers will power applications, by developing general management skills and creating new products and services.
The document reports on an interim program to develop an Electricity Network Transformation Roadmap that will identify actions needed over the next decade to transition Australia's electricity system and enable better customer outcomes. It conducted research on future customer segments and their values to ensure the Roadmap is customer-centered. The final Roadmap will provide pathways for industry transformation through 2025 based on extensive stakeholder engagement and analysis.
This presentation explains basics of conversion from analag audio into digital audio. Read more in Exotel blog. - http://exotel.in/blog/engineering/introducing-digital-audio/
Dropbox is a free service that allows users to access and sync files across all their devices. Any file saved to the Dropbox folder on one device is automatically synced to all other linked devices. The Dropbox folder works just like any other folder but syncs file changes in real-time. Users can drag and drop files into their Dropbox folder to upload and access them from any device or the Dropbox website.
This is the paper that started it all. An early thought piece discussing the widening profitability gap for mobile network operators and positing a disruptive architectural response. Originally branded "Adaptive Backhaul", the concept already had most of the ingredients now found in the Mobile Edge Cloud: content caching, application hosting and acceleration deeply distributed in the radio access network. These ideas have been developed by innovative startups such as Saguna Networks and have formed the basis of important new offerings from Tier 1 network equipment vendors, such as NSN's Liquid Applications.
This document discusses a proposed wireless communication system for CESC to transmit data from switchgear panels to RTUs. It analyzes different wireless solutions like Zigbee and chooses the ATmega256rfr2 transceiver module. A mesh network design is proposed using this module with coordinator and router devices. Implementing this wireless system would save costs compared to the existing wired system, improve network flexibility, and avoid momentary load shedding during maintenance. In conclusion, the document recommends adopting this wireless communication solution for CESC's switchgear monitoring and control.
The document summarizes the power scenario in Delhi prior to reforms in 2002. It describes the financially unhealthy state of utilities at the time with high AT&C losses (53-60%), annual government subsidies of Rs. 1,500 crore, and a poor network condition. It notes the need for reforms to improve the network, make the sector self-sufficient, and enhance consumer satisfaction. The document then outlines some of the key initiatives taken by TPDDL to reform the distribution sector in Delhi, such as the introduction of a license-based regulated business model and focus on reducing AT&C losses and improving reliability.
This document summarizes research on assessing the performance of LTE and hybrid sensor-LTE networks in smart grid demand response scenarios. The research studies the impact of varying levels of demand response participation on traffic volumes, packet delivery ratios, and delays. Three demand response simulation scenarios are analyzed: direct load balancing with short generation intervals, load balancing with local energy generation and longer intervals, and high-intensity load balancing with very short intervals. The performance of a public LTE network and a hybrid sensor-LTE network are evaluated and compared. The hybrid network is shown to achieve lower delays and maintain higher delivery ratios for smart grid traffic under high demand response participation levels.
Utilities can leverage emerging technologies like smart grids and distributed energy resources to transform their business model and provide new services around local energy markets. This includes deploying and managing residential solar generation and microgrids. To succeed in this new environment, utilities need modernized field work management systems that optimize scheduling, improve customer satisfaction, and leverage connected vehicles and wearable technologies.
A Vision for a Holistic and Smart Grid with High Benefits to SocietyStephen Lee
Presented on Dec 2, 2009 as a keynote speech to the 2009 T&D Asia Conference in Bangkok and followed by moderating a round-table discussion of top utility executives in SE Asia.
Blacklight Analytics - Grid connection capacity of EV charging stationsQuentin Gemine
The growth of the electric vehicle fleet is driving the deployment of EV charging stations, which substantially impact the power demand of electricity distribution systems. This presents a real challenge that must be addressed effectively. Blacklight Analytics is developing a tool that determines the connection capacity of EV charging stations in a distribution system, as well as the optimal connection points in order to maximize the overall capacity of the grid.
The document discusses the prerequisite information needed for designing a 3G cellular network. It lists various types of information required from the network operator, including their business plan, technical specifications, funding plan, usage studies, and more. It also discusses the challenges of designing a 3G network with limited information and short timeframes from the operators. The network planning process involves calculating coverage, capacity, and base station requirements based on the available information.
This document discusses the vision for smart grids in 2030 and beyond. It outlines how future high-tech cities will have more skyscrapers and compact urbanization requiring complex, high-mobility communication systems. Urbanization, climate change, and demographic shifts are forcing cities to make infrastructure more efficient to integrate renewable energy and maintain grid stability. Smart grids will be needed to efficiently supply energy to high-rise buildings, utilize smart lighting and electric vehicles, and develop technologies like smart metering, demand response, and remote appliance control. Challenges to deploying smart grids include ensuring reliability and capacity, integrating renewable energy over long distances, and overcoming technical, business, and financial barriers to large investments.
This document summarizes a webinar on opportunities for customer relationship management (CRM) in the smart grid. The webinar featured a panel of experts discussing topics like the consumer experience with smart meters and pricing programs, opportunities for utilities to provide customers with energy usage information and pricing choices, and challenges and opportunities for CRM in educating customers and protecting privacy as the smart grid develops. The panelists represented utilities, technology companies, and consulting organizations.
The document discusses various challenges and opportunities in India's electricity transmission sector. It notes challenges in transmission planning due to uncertainties in generation sources and scheduling. Construction faces issues with land acquisition, statutory clearances, and skilled labor shortages. Implementation is challenged by tight commissioning timelines. Grid security and reliability pose ongoing issues around adherence to standards, congestion management, and protection systems. A transition to a market-based system through measures like general network access could help address some issues by providing generators flexibility while empowering states in transmission development.
March 2011 - Michigan Energy Forum - Joseph A. Malcoun IIAnnArborSPARK
Have you ever considered purchasing an electric vehicle? Want to find out what all the hype is about? Join us for an evening of information and updates on the rollout of electric vehicles in Michigan and the United States.
Evaluation of Utility Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Prot...Power System Operation
Practical and cost-effective communications solutions are needed to enable control of the growing number of integrated distributed energy resources (DERs) and grid-edge local aggregator devices such as home energy management systems. Each year, the total installed photovoltaic (PV) system capacity increases by an estimated 5 GW, over half of which is interconnected to the distribution system.1 PV’s increasing penetration—already accounting for the bulk of DER capacity—underscores the need to enable and manage its continued integration on the distribution system.2 Much previous work has shown that advanced distribution management systems (ADMS), which are effectively integration platforms for various grid control and visibility applications, can help enable the integration of higher levels of PV while also improving the overall performance and efficiency of the distribution circuit. Greater connectivity and controllability of utility- and customer-owned equipment increases the level of DER integration and overall circuit performance.3 The required performance of the enabling communications system, however, has been less thoroughly studied and is often greatly oversimplified in ADMS performance analysis. The availability of new technologies such as distributed sensors, two-way secure communications, advanced software for data management, and intelligent and autonomous controllers is driving the identification of communications standards and general requirements,4 but the link between the communications system and the expected performance of a utility-implemented control system such as an ADMS or other communications-reliant protective function requires further investigation.
The mobile and internet service provider sectors face significant challenges including high competition, declining revenues, increasing bandwidth demands, and high capital expenditure needs. However, there are also opportunities through infrastructure sharing, migrating to all-IP networks, offering new cloud and enterprise services, and leveraging big data. The applicant hopes to play a role in capitalizing on opportunities around the Internet of Things, where mobile networks will connect devices and cloud/data centers will power applications, by developing general management skills and creating new products and services.
The document reports on an interim program to develop an Electricity Network Transformation Roadmap that will identify actions needed over the next decade to transition Australia's electricity system and enable better customer outcomes. It conducted research on future customer segments and their values to ensure the Roadmap is customer-centered. The final Roadmap will provide pathways for industry transformation through 2025 based on extensive stakeholder engagement and analysis.
This presentation explains basics of conversion from analag audio into digital audio. Read more in Exotel blog. - http://exotel.in/blog/engineering/introducing-digital-audio/
Dropbox is a free service that allows users to access and sync files across all their devices. Any file saved to the Dropbox folder on one device is automatically synced to all other linked devices. The Dropbox folder works just like any other folder but syncs file changes in real-time. Users can drag and drop files into their Dropbox folder to upload and access them from any device or the Dropbox website.
Operators & the IETF
Chris Grundemann (Internet Society)
The Internet Society is seeking to foster a larger and more engaged network operator community around the IETF and protocol development work. We conducted a widespread survey of network operators from January to July 2014 and are now analyzing and synthesizing the results. In this session, we’ll discuss the initial survey results and our next steps to create a report and IETF Internet-Draft that outlines the challenges to greater operator engagement in the IETF and a summary of potential solutions.
2014 Report: Medicines in Development for ArthritisPhRMA
Arthritis is part of a group of related musculoskeletal diseases consisting of more than 100 different conditions that affect more than 52 million people in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
mac repairs in London | Mac book pro repair | Mac book air repairmacrepairs
We repair Macbook pro repairs, macbook logic board and solve the issues of macbook pro 15 retina display repairs, LED-black lit- retina display replacement
Macbook pro repairs London, Macbook pro repairs fulham, liquid damage repairs London, macbook logic board repair, macbook logic board repair London
If you’re already using HubSpot, then you know that Marketing Automation is an indispensable tool for executing on your inbound marketing strategy. But the majority of inbound marketers still feel that they’re not using the technology to its full potential.
Uberflip's resident HubSpot expert, Francois Mathieu, reveals various hacks for getting better results out of your HubSpot software.
Finding Potential Customers in Your AreaDana DiTomaso
This document provides tips for finding potential customers by stalking their online profiles and activities. It recommends building connections on social media and through referrals. Specific tactics include looking at the likes and check-ins of target customers on Facebook and Foursquare to understand their interests and spending habits. This research can then be used to craft personalized customer personas and effectively engage prospects. The goal is to start conversations, gain new followers and customers, and build a self-sustaining referral loop through quality content and interactions.
Upgrade your Metrics: Cumulative Flow Diagrams (CFDs) and BeyondKen Furlong
When dealing with metrics, most Agile or Lean teams begin with a Burndown Chart. Unfortunately, that is also where most of them stop. While a Burndown Chart is a great first step, it only provides a small sliver of the information the team has access to.
In this talk, we’ll be starting at the beginning with what a Cumulative Flow Diagram is, how it relates to a Burndown Chart, its advantages, and where it too ultimately stops. We’ll then look at additional information radiators that the team can easily use based on existing data to provide transparency to stakeholders and the raw material for continuous improvement.
El documento describe las funciones de búsqueda avanzada en Google, incluyendo la asignación de palabras clave y filtros. También cubre la búsqueda en Google Académico y Google Books, explicando cómo asignar palabras clave para encontrar artículos y libros relevantes. Proporciona ejemplos de búsquedas realizadas y los resultados obtenidos.
The document summarizes research on tablet users conducted in 2012. Some key findings include:
- Tablet usage has exploded, with 31% of internet users now using tablets compared to 12% in 2011.
- Tablets have become embedded in people's daily lives, with 74% using their tablet daily averaging 14 hours per week.
- Content consumption, especially video, news, and weather, dominates tablet activities.
- Tablet users prefer reading on their tablet compared to other devices like phones and e-readers.
Presentation on the Future City Programme and building IoT solutions in Milton Keynes. Presented by Sarah Gonsalves, Head of Policy at Milton Keynes Council, at Local Digital Futures: The Internet of Things & Local Public Services on 8 June 2015 in London.
Despite providing an 85-page curriculum vitae for consideration in his application for the role of Chief Justice, Makau Mutua was rejected as a candidate to replace Willy Mutunga as the next president of the Supreme Court of Kenya.
“Every line is the perfect length if you don't measure it.” - Marty Rubin
So your organization has embarked upon a transformation to be more nimble and responsive by employing the latest tools and thinking in the Agile and DevOps arena. In this transformational context, how do you know that your initiatives are effective? Empirical measurements should provide insights on business value flow and delivery efficiency, allowing teams and organizations to see how they are progressing toward achieving their goals, but all too often we find ourselves mired in measurement traps that don't quite provide the right guidance in steering our efforts.
Rooted in contemporary thinking and tested in practice, this talk explores the principles of good measurement, what to measure, what not to measure, and enumerates some key metrics to help guide and inform our Agile and DevOps efforts. If done right, metrics can present a true picture of performance, and any progression, digression of these metrics can drive learning and improvement.
It is our hope that this session inspires organizations and teams to start or take a fresh look at implementing a valuable measurement program.
Some of my slides from the AES 122 Vienna Convention, workshop on "Music and the Web" (May 6th, 2007). This presentation was dealing with the Music Ontology, and some of the Linked Data concepts.
Presentation by Maureen Costantino, Visual Information and Publications Specialist in CBO's Management, Business, and Information Services Division, at the VisCom 2016 Conference.
This presentation provides an overview of the visual communications initiative at CBO. Highlighting the development, evolution, best practices, and examples of graphics products, its purpose is to educate those interested in developing such a program for their own workplace.
The Up-Start! Competition is a business pitch competition open to participants in the Entrepreneurship 101 lecture series. Individuals, or teams, must give a ten-minute presentation on an idea for a business to win a $15,000 prize.
The document discusses two feedback systems in the brain - the hedonic feedback system related to pain and pleasure, and the attentional feedback system related to boredom and excitement. It proposes that these systems interact, with the hedonic system generating preferences and values unconsciously in the background. Experiments show emotions and unconscious processing play a role in decision making, and that intense feelings can become boring over time as the attentional system loses its memory trace of them.
Minimizing carbon intensity in telecom networks using TCO techniques is a white paper that discusses:
1) Telecom networks are growing to meet increasing data usage, but operators must ensure carbon emissions do not increase significantly.
2) The TCO2 framework allows operators to evaluate network investment decisions based on both economic and environmental impacts to lower costs and carbon footprint simultaneously.
3) Using TCO2, operators can analyze alternative network designs and efficiency features to maximize energy efficiency and minimize carbon intensity of traffic growth.
A NURBS-optimized dRRM solution in a mono-channel condition for IEEE 802.11 e...IJECEIAES
This document describes a NURBS-optimized dynamic radio resource management (dRRM) solution for IEEE 802.11 enterprise WLAN networks called N-WLCx. The authors present their original dRRM solution called WLCx, which uses a novel per-beam coverage representation approach. To reduce the high processing time of WLCx, they developed an optimization based on NURBS (Non-Uniform Rational B-Spline) surfaces. Simulation results show N-WLCx achieves a 92.58% reduction in processing time compared to the basic WLCx solution. The authors conclude N-WLCx optimization could be extended to enhance other vendors' and researchers' RRM solutions for improved efficiency
This document provides an executive summary and presentation on smart grids. It defines a smart grid as using information and operational technology to improve electric grid efficiency, reliability, and cost effectiveness. The presentation outlines benefits like job creation and cost savings from implementing smart grid technologies like distribution automation and advanced metering infrastructure. It also discusses challenges around building telecommunications networks, managing high volumes of meter data, and creating rate structures that incentivize demand-side management and sustainability. The goal is to deploy solutions that reduce costs and rates for customers.
This white paper discusses opportunities for improving the energy efficiency of 5G networks. It outlines how 5G networks can achieve a massive capacity boost while keeping energy consumption flat through various techniques, such as:
1) Implementing base station sleep modes to reduce energy consumption during low traffic periods.
2) Improving small cell energy efficiency through lower transmission power and switching off unused small cells.
3) Achieving network-level energy efficiency gains through solutions like sleep modes and improved power amplifier efficiency.
As the Networked Society emerges, with everything connected and an increasing number of processes using ICT to reach their full potential, connectivity needs to change. It needs to be differentiated, and the network must actively contribute to the overall service experience. Networks must be programmable to provide the right performance, at the right time.
This document discusses the need for programmable networks as connectivity needs change and more processes rely on ICT. Programmable networks can provide differentiated connectivity to meet different user, application, and industry needs. This will change the ICT value chain by making networks more of a platform and contributor to value creation through partnerships between service providers, device manufacturers, and application developers. Programmable networks enabled by technologies like SDN and NFV will open opportunities for new services and business models.
Maravedis-Rethink:White Paper Sensification SCWSWi-Fi 360
This short paper looks at the requirement for densification; the scale of capacity that operators will need by 2018; and the critical enablers, such as self-optimizing network (SON) technology. The data points referenced come from surveys of over 75 mobile operators by Maravedis-Rethink’s RAN Research Service. Fuller findings will be published in June 2014 in a report entitled ‘Towards the Hyper-Dense Network: the shape of the HetNet 2013-2019’.
OPERATORS CAN SAVE $14 MILLION YEARLY THROUGH DATA OFFLOADINGGreen Packet
Of late, network congestion is one of the most talked about topic in the telecoms industry has is attributed to the overwhelming growth in data consumption. There is an assortment of solutions to combat congestion, ranging from high investment to cost-effective and short-term to long-term. In this paper, Greenpacket puts forth a cost-effective, immediate and long-term solution to network congestion – data offloading.
Meeting the data demand tital wave upgrade of in door das for lteJim Alexander
This document discusses upgrading an existing indoor distributed antenna system (DAS) to support 4G LTE networks and meet increasing consumer demand for mobile data. A case study examines upgrading a commercial building's DAS in three phases: 1) Reusing the 2G DAS for 3G provided poor performance. 2) Retrofitting the DAS to meet 3G and LTE key performance indicators by reducing cell radius and adding more antennas. 3) Further upgrading to support LTE 2x2 MIMO technology and deliver over 24 Mbps downlink throughput, requiring approximately 1.5 times more antennas than the original voice-centric system. The case study demonstrates that reusing old DAS infrastructure is insufficient for 4G/L
2016 IDC Pan-European Utilities Summit: Open for BusinessOMNETRIC
The OMNETRIC Group's CEO, Maikel van Verseveld presented at the IDC Pan-European Utilities Summit 2016 in Italy. There he introduced attendees to the concept of, “Open for Business.” For the utility sector these days, that refers to open platforms, open ecosystems, open architectures, and of course, open-minds. After all, a lot is changing - and quickly – in the business of powering the planet.
This document discusses deploying an IP/MPLS communications network for smart grids. It describes how traditional utility networks use TDM which has limitations for new smart grid applications requiring IP. The document outlines requirements for smart grid networks including bandwidth, security, reliability and manageability. It then describes Nokia's IP/MPLS network solution using products like routers, switches, and a management platform. The network provides migration from TDM, supports legacy and new applications, and enables utilities to improve operational efficiency.
Creating The Future Economically-Viable Networks_JAN17Emre Yilmaz
1) The document discusses the need for new radio network systems to meet increasing data traffic demands and diversifying connection needs in the future.
2) A key challenge is ensuring the economic viability of these new systems for network operators, as costs per megabyte have decreased. Any new system must prioritize cost reductions.
3) The author proposes several approaches to reduce network costs, such as using intelligent optimization to reduce energy usage, redesigning network architecture to centralize equipment, and employing a multi-tiered network structure using different spectrum bands.
This document proposes a joint power allocation and relay selection strategy to improve energy efficiency in 5G networks. It presents a three-layer system model using amplify-and-forward relays in a heterogeneous network of low and high power nodes. The strategy uses a Hidden Markov Model for probabilistic power allocation to client nodes based on factors like node type, distance, SNR and application, with the aim of optimizing total network power consumption. It also employs adaptive modulation schemes to lower power usage based on user distance from the source. The proposed algorithm and relay selection strategy for green communications aims to take a step towards more energy efficient 5G networks.
This document provides an overview of green networks and methods to increase energy efficiency in networks. It discusses how information and communication technology contributes to carbon dioxide emissions and how network power consumption will triple by 2020. It then describes various mechanisms that can reduce energy consumption, such as cell layout adaptation techniques like cell shaping, deploying macro and femto cells, using repeaters, and energy efficient transmission mechanisms. The document also discusses the component approach which focuses on the radio frequency power amplifier section of base stations. It concludes by stressing the importance of awareness and implementation of energy saving practices in wireless networks.
This document provides an overview of green networks and methods to increase energy efficiency in networks. It discusses how information and communication technology contributes to carbon dioxide emissions and how network power consumption will triple by 2020. It then describes various mechanisms that can reduce energy consumption, such as cell layout adaptation techniques like cell shaping, deploying macro and femto cells, using repeaters, and energy efficient transmission mechanisms. The document also discusses the component approach which focuses on the radio frequency power amplifier section of base stations. It concludes by stressing the importance of awareness and implementation of energy saving practices in wireless networks.
This document provides an overview of green networks and methods to increase energy efficiency in networks. It discusses how information and communication technology contributes to carbon dioxide emissions and how network power consumption will triple by 2020. It then describes various mechanisms that can reduce energy consumption, such as cell layout adaptation techniques like cell shaping, deploying macro and femto cells, using repeaters, and energy efficient transmission mechanisms. The document also discusses the component approach which focuses on making the radio frequency power amplifier section in base stations more efficient since it consumes 60-70% of energy. In conclusion, the document stresses the importance of awareness and practical implementations of green wireless networks.
Mobile Networks: Energy Use & Sustainabilityjrowley_ie
Presentation on energy use by mobile networks and potential for sustainability gains in workshop 'Optical Communication Energy Efficiency – A Looming Crisis?' at the OECC/ACOFT conference, Melbourne, Australia, 6 July 2014
This document discusses developing an information model to connect electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSEs) to customer energy management systems (CEMS) through the Energy Information Standards Alliance. The model would allow two-way communication between EVSEs and CEMS to facilitate demand response and other grid services. Integrating EVSEs with CEMS could help manage electric vehicle charging load and make use of stored vehicle energy for applications like peak shaving and renewable energy firming.
Similar to Rethinking energy performance: increase app coverage, lower energy (20)
Ericsson Technology Review: Versatile Video Coding explained – the future of ...Ericsson
Continuous innovation in 5G networks is creating new opportunities for video-enabled services for both consumers and industries, particularly in areas such as the Internet of Things and the automotive sector. These new services are expected to rely on continued video evolution toward 8K resolutions and beyond, and on new strict requirements such as low end-to-end latency for video delivery.
The latest Ericsson Technology Review article explores recent developments in video compression technology and introduces Versatile Video Coding (VVC) – a significant improvement on existing video codecs that we think deserves to be widely deployed in the market. VVC has the potential both to enhance the user experience for existing video services and offer an appropriate performance level for new media services over 5G networks.
BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN PHYSICAL AND DIGITAL REALITIES
The key role that connectivity plays in our personal and professional lives has never been more obvious than it is today. Thankfully, despite the sudden, dramatic changes in our behavior earlier this year, networks all around the world have proven to be highly resilient. At Ericsson, we’re committed to ensuring that the network platform continues to improve its ability to meet the full range of societal needs as well as supporting enterprises to stay competitive in the long term. We know that greater agility and speed will be essential.
This issue of our magazine includes several articles that explain Ericsson’s approach to future network development, including my annual technology trends article. The seven trends on this year’s list serve as a critical cornerstone in the development of a common Ericsson vision of what future networks will provide, and what sort of technology evolution will be required to get there.
ERIK EKUDDEN
Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Group Function Technology
Ericsson Technology Review: Integrated access and backhaul – a new type of wi...Ericsson
Today millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum is valued mainly because it can be used to achieve high speeds and capacities when combined with spectrum assets below 6GHz. But it can provide other benefits as well. For example, mmWave spectrum makes it possible to use a promising new wireless backhaul solution for 5G New Radio – integrated access and backhaul (IAB) – to densify networks with multi-band radio sites at street level.
This Ericsson Technology Review article explains the IAB concept at a high level, presenting its architecture and key characteristics, as well as examining its advantages and disadvantages compared with other backhaul technologies. It concludes with a presentation of the promising results of several simulations that tested IAB as a backhaul option for street sites in both urban and suburban areas.
Ericsson Technology Review: Critical IoT connectivity: Ideal for time-critica...Ericsson
Critical Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity is an emerging concept in IoT development that enables more efficient and innovative services across a wide range of industries by reliably meeting time-critical communication needs. Mobile network operators (MNOs) are in the perfect position to enable these types of time-critical services due to their ability to leverage advanced 5G networks in a systematic and cost-effective way.
This Ericsson Technology Review article explores the benefits of Critical IoT connectivity in areas such as industrial control, mobility automation, remote control and real-time media. It also provides an overview of key network technologies and architectures. It concludes with several case studies based on two deployment scenarios – wide area and local area – that illustrate how well suited 5G spectrum assets are for Critical IoT use cases.
5G New Radio has already evolved in important ways since the 3GPP standardized Release 15 in late 2018. The significant enhancements in Releases 16 and 17 are certain to play a critical role in expanding both the availability and the applicability of 5G NR in both industry and public services in the near future.
This Ericsson Technology Review article summarizes the most notable new developments in releases 16 and 17, grouped into two categories: enhancements to existing features and features that address new verticals and deployment scenarios. This analysis and our insights about the future beyond Release 17 is an important component of our work to help mobile network operators and other stakeholders better understand and plan for the many new 5G NR opportunities that are on the horizon.
Ericsson Technology Review: The future of cloud computing: Highly distributed...Ericsson
The growing interest in cloud computing scenarios that incorporate both distributed computing capabilities and heterogeneous hardware presents a significant opportunity for network operators. With a vast distributed system (the telco network) already in place, the telecom industry has a significant advantage in the transition toward distributed cloud computing.
This Ericsson Technology Review article explores the future of cloud computing from the perspective of network operators, examining how they can best manage the complexity of future cloud deployments and overcome the technical challenges. Redefining cloud to expose and optimize the use of heterogeneous resources is not straightforward, but we are confident that our use cases and proof points validate our approach and will gain traction both in the telecommunications community and beyond.
Ericsson Technology Review: Optimizing UICC modules for IoT applicationsEricsson
Commonly referred to as SIM cards, the universal integrated circuit cards (UICCs) used in all cellular devices today are in fact complex and powerful minicomputers capable of much more than most Internet of Things (IoT) applications require. Until a simpler and less costly alternative becomes available, action must be taken to ensure that the relatively high price of UICC modules does not hamper IoT growth.
This Ericsson Technology Review article presents two mid-term approaches. The first is to make use of techniques that reduce the complexity of using UICCs in IoT applications, while the second is to use the UICCs’ excess capacity for additional value generation. Those who wish to exploit the potential of the UICCs to better support IoT applications have the opportunity to use them as cryptographic storage, to run higher-layer protocol stacks and/or as supervisory entities, for example.
Mobile data traffic volumes are expected to increase by a factor of four by 2025, and 45 percent of that traffic will be carried by 5G networks. To deliver on customer expectations in this rapidly changing environment, communication service providers must overcome challenges in three key areas: building sufficient capacity, resolving operational inefficiencies through automation and artificial intelligence, and improving service differentiation. This issue of ETR magazine provides insights about how to tackle all three.
Ericsson Technology Review: 5G BSS: Evolving BSS to fit the 5G economyEricsson
The 5G network evolution has opened up an abundance of new business opportunities for communication service providers (CSPs) in verticals such as industrial automation, security, health care and automotive. In order to successfully capitalize on them, CSPs must have business support systems (BSS) that are evolved to manage complex value chains and support new business models. Optimized information models and a high degree of automation are required to handle huge numbers of devices through open interfaces.
This Ericsson Technology Review article explains how 5G-evolved BSS can help CSPs transform themselves from traditional network developers to service enablers for 5G and the Internet of Things, and ultimately to service creators with the ability to collaborate beyond telecoms and establish lucrative digital value systems.
Ericsson Technology Review: 5G migration strategy from EPS to 5G systemEricsson
For many operators, the introduction of the 5G System (5GS) to provide wide-area services in existing Evolved Packet System (EPS) deployments is a necessary step toward creating a full-service, future-proof 5GS in the longer term. The creation of a combined 4G-5G network requires careful planning and a holistic strategy, as the introduction of 5GS has significant impacts across all network domains, including the RAN, packet core, user data and policies, and services, as well as affecting devices and backend systems.
This Ericsson Technology Review article provides an overview of all the aspects that operators need to consider when putting together a robust EPS-to-5GS migration strategy and provides guidance about how they can adapt the transition to address their particular needs per domain.
Ericsson Technology Review: Creating the next-generation edge-cloud ecosystemEricsson
The surge in data volume that will come from the massive number of devices enabled by 5G has made edge computing more important than ever before. Beyond its abilities to reduce network traffic and improve user experience, edge computing will also play a critical role in enabling use cases for ultra-reliable low-latency communication in industrial manufacturing and a variety of other sectors.
This Ericsson Technology Review article explores the topic of how to deliver distributed edge computing solutions that can host different kinds of platforms and applications and provide a high level of flexibility for application developers. Rather than building a new application ecosystem and platform, we strongly recommend reusing industrialized and proven capabilities, utilizing the momentum created with Cloud Native Computing Foundation, and ensuring backward compatibility.
This document summarizes key insights from an Ericsson Technology Review article on facilitating online trust with blockchains. It discusses how blockchains can establish trust without centralized authorities by using distributed consensus protocols. It differentiates between public blockchains like Bitcoin that use proof-of-work and private blockchains used within organizations that employ identities and access management. While blockchains remove the need for trusted third parties, their consensus mechanisms have drawbacks around delay, throughput and costs. Alternative technologies like hashgraphs aim to address these issues to enable distributed trust.
Ericsson Technology Review: Spotlight on the Internet of ThingsEricsson
The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a fundamental cornerstone in the digitalization of both industry and society as a whole. It represents a huge opportunity not only in economic terms, but also from a global challenges perspective – making it easier for governments, non-governmental organizations and the private sector to address pressing food, energy, water and climate related issues.
5G and the IoT are closely intertwined. One of the biggest innovations within 5G is support for the IoT in all its forms, both by addressing mission criticality as well as making it possible to connect low-cost, long-battery-life sensors.
With this in mind, we decided to create a special issue of Ericsson Technology Review solely focused on IoT opportunities and challenges. I hope it provides you with valuable insights about the IoT-related opportunities available to your organization, along with ideas about how we can overcome the challenges ahead.
Ericsson Technology Review - Technology Trends 2019Ericsson
The document discusses six technology trends seen by the author that will shape the future network platform for innovation. It summarizes two key trends:
1. The Internet of Skills and cyber-physical systems (CPSs), which will require the network platform to support high-quality, remote interactions between humans and things with low latency and bandwidth demands.
2. Distributed compute and storage, ubiquitous radio access, security assurance and zero-touch networks, which the author sees as four crucial technology areas that will drive the evolution of the future network platform.
Ericsson Technology Review: Driving transformation in the automotive and road...Ericsson
A variety of automotive and transport services that require cellular connectivity are already in commercial operation today, and many more are yet to come. Among other things, these services will improve road safety and traffic efficiency, saving lives and helping to reduce the emissions that contribute to climate change. At Ericsson, we believe that the best way to address the growing connectivity needs of this industry sector is through a common network solution, as opposed to taking a single-segment silo approach.
The latest Ericsson Technology Review article explains how the ongoing rollout of 5G provides a cost-efficient and feature-rich foundation for a horizontal multiservice network that can meet the connectivity needs of the automotive and transport ecosystem. It also outlines the key challenges and presents potential solutions.
The document discusses how SD-WAN is becoming an orchestration game for service providers. Enterprises are increasingly seeking secure, agile networks to connect offices and mobile workers across multiple clouds. This has led to growing demand for managed SD-WAN services from service providers, who need orchestration to handle complexity and assure quality of service across multiple vendors. Orchestration is key to automating service provisioning and monitoring performance across connectivity, security, mobility and multi-cloud services. The document provides an example of how Ericsson's Dynamic Orchestration solution helped Verizon create new virtual network services.
Ericsson Technology Review: 5G-TSN integration meets networking requirements ...Ericsson
Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) is becoming the standard Ethernet-based technology for converged networks of Industry 4.0. Understanding the importance and relevance of TSN features, as well as the capabilities that allow 5G to achieve wireless deterministic and time-sensitive communication, is essential to industrial automation in the future.
The latest Ericsson Technology Review article explains how TSN is an enabler of Industry 4.0, and that together with 5G URLLC capabilities, the two key technologies can be combined and integrated to provide deterministic connectivity end to end. It also discusses TSN standards and the value of the TSN toolbox for next generation industrial automation networks.
Ericsson Technology Review: Meeting 5G latency requirements with inactive stateEricsson
Low latency communication and minimal battery consumption are key requirements of many 5G and IoT use cases, including smart transport and critical control of remote devices. Thanks to Ericsson’s 4G/5G research activities and lessons learned from legacy networks, we have identified solutions that address both of these requirements by reducing the amount of signaling required during state transitions, and shared our discoveries with the 3GPP.
This Ericsson Technology Review article explains the why and how behind the new Radio Resource Control (RRC) state model in the standalone version of the 5G New Radio standard, which features a new, Ericsson-developed state called inactive. On top of overcoming latency and battery consumption challenges, the new state also increases overall system capacity by decreasing the processing effort in the network.
Ericsson Technology Review: Cloud-native application design in the telecom do...Ericsson
Cloud-native application design is set to become standard practice in the telecom industry in the near future due to the major efficiency gains it can provide, particularly in terms of speeding up software upgrades and releases. At Ericsson, we have been actively exploring the potential of cloud-native computing in the telecom industry since we joined the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) a few years ago.
This Ericsson Technology Review article explains the opportunities that CNCF technology has enabled, as well as unveiling key aspects of our application development framework, which is designed to help navigate the transition to a cloud-native approach. It also discusses the challenges that the large-scale reuse of open-source technology can raise, along with key strategies for how to mitigate them.
Ericsson Technology Review: Service exposure: a critical capability in a 5G w...Ericsson
To meet the requirements of use cases in areas such as the Internet of Things, AR/VR, Industry 4.0 and the automotive sector, operators need to be able to provide computing resources across the whole telco domain – all the way to the edge of the mobile network. Service exposure and APIs will play a key role in creating solutions that are both effective and cost efficient.
The latest Ericsson Technology Review article explores recent advances in the service exposure area that have resulted from the move toward 5G and the adoption of cloud-native principles, as well as the combination of Service-based Architecture, microservices and container technologies. It includes examples that illustrate how service exposure can be deployed in a multitude of locations, each with a different set of requirements that drive modularity and configurability needs.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technologies, XML continues to play a vital role in structuring, storing, and transporting data across diverse systems. The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new methodologies for enhancing XML development workflows, introducing efficiency, automation, and intelligent capabilities. This presentation will outline the scope and perspective of utilizing AI in XML development. The potential benefits and the possible pitfalls will be highlighted, providing a balanced view of the subject.
We will explore the capabilities of AI in understanding XML markup languages and autonomously creating structured XML content. Additionally, we will examine the capacity of AI to enrich plain text with appropriate XML markup. Practical examples and methodological guidelines will be provided to elucidate how AI can be effectively prompted to interpret and generate accurate XML markup.
Further emphasis will be placed on the role of AI in developing XSLT, or schemas such as XSD and Schematron. We will address the techniques and strategies adopted to create prompts for generating code, explaining code, or refactoring the code, and the results achieved.
The discussion will extend to how AI can be used to transform XML content. In particular, the focus will be on the use of AI XPath extension functions in XSLT, Schematron, Schematron Quick Fixes, or for XML content refactoring.
The presentation aims to deliver a comprehensive overview of AI usage in XML development, providing attendees with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions. Whether you’re at the early stages of adopting AI or considering integrating it in advanced XML development, this presentation will cover all levels of expertise.
By highlighting the potential advantages and challenges of integrating AI with XML development tools and languages, the presentation seeks to inspire thoughtful conversation around the future of XML development. We’ll not only delve into the technical aspects of AI-powered XML development but also discuss practical implications and possible future directions.
Epistemic Interaction - tuning interfaces to provide information for AI supportAlan Dix
Paper presented at SYNERGY workshop at AVI 2024, Genoa, Italy. 3rd June 2024
https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
As machine learning integrates deeper into human-computer interactions, the concept of epistemic interaction emerges, aiming to refine these interactions to enhance system adaptability. This approach encourages minor, intentional adjustments in user behaviour to enrich the data available for system learning. This paper introduces epistemic interaction within the context of human-system communication, illustrating how deliberate interaction design can improve system understanding and adaptation. Through concrete examples, we demonstrate the potential of epistemic interaction to significantly advance human-computer interaction by leveraging intuitive human communication strategies to inform system design and functionality, offering a novel pathway for enriching user-system engagements.
Securing your Kubernetes cluster_ a step-by-step guide to success !KatiaHIMEUR1
Today, after several years of existence, an extremely active community and an ultra-dynamic ecosystem, Kubernetes has established itself as the de facto standard in container orchestration. Thanks to a wide range of managed services, it has never been so easy to set up a ready-to-use Kubernetes cluster.
However, this ease of use means that the subject of security in Kubernetes is often left for later, or even neglected. This exposes companies to significant risks.
In this talk, I'll show you step-by-step how to secure your Kubernetes cluster for greater peace of mind and reliability.
Climate Impact of Software Testing at Nordic Testing DaysKari Kakkonen
My slides at Nordic Testing Days 6.6.2024
Climate impact / sustainability of software testing discussed on the talk. ICT and testing must carry their part of global responsibility to help with the climat warming. We can minimize the carbon footprint but we can also have a carbon handprint, a positive impact on the climate. Quality characteristics can be added with sustainability, and then measured continuously. Test environments can be used less, and in smaller scale and on demand. Test techniques can be used in optimizing or minimizing number of tests. Test automation can be used to speed up testing.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 6DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 6. In this session, we will cover Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI webinar offers an in-depth exploration of leveraging cutting-edge technologies for test automation within the UiPath platform. Attendees will delve into the integration of generative AI, a test automation solution, with Open AI advanced natural language processing capabilities.
Throughout the session, participants will discover how this synergy empowers testers to automate repetitive tasks, enhance testing accuracy, and expedite the software testing life cycle. Topics covered include the seamless integration process, practical use cases, and the benefits of harnessing AI-driven automation for UiPath testing initiatives. By attending this webinar, testers, and automation professionals can gain valuable insights into harnessing the power of AI to optimize their test automation workflows within the UiPath ecosystem, ultimately driving efficiency and quality in software development processes.
What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into integrating generative AI.
2. Understanding how this integration enhances test automation within the UiPath platform
3. Practical demonstrations
4. Exploration of real-world use cases illustrating the benefits of AI-driven test automation for UiPath
Topics covered:
What is generative AI
Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath integration with generative AI
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
In his public lecture, Christian Timmerer provides insights into the fascinating history of video streaming, starting from its humble beginnings before YouTube to the groundbreaking technologies that now dominate platforms like Netflix and ORF ON. Timmerer also presents provocative contributions of his own that have significantly influenced the industry. He concludes by looking at future challenges and invites the audience to join in a discussion.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Future of Agility: Supercharging Digital Transfor...Neo4j
Leonard Jayamohan, Partner & Generative AI Lead, Deloitte
This keynote will reveal how Deloitte leverages Neo4j’s graph power for groundbreaking digital twin solutions, achieving a staggering 100x performance boost. Discover the essential role knowledge graphs play in successful generative AI implementations. Plus, get an exclusive look at an innovative Neo4j + Generative AI solution Deloitte is developing in-house.
Unlock the Future of Search with MongoDB Atlas_ Vector Search Unleashed.pdfMalak Abu Hammad
Discover how MongoDB Atlas and vector search technology can revolutionize your application's search capabilities. This comprehensive presentation covers:
* What is Vector Search?
* Importance and benefits of vector search
* Practical use cases across various industries
* Step-by-step implementation guide
* Live demos with code snippets
* Enhancing LLM capabilities with vector search
* Best practices and optimization strategies
Perfect for developers, AI enthusiasts, and tech leaders. Learn how to leverage MongoDB Atlas to deliver highly relevant, context-aware search results, transforming your data retrieval process. Stay ahead in tech innovation and maximize the potential of your applications.
#MongoDB #VectorSearch #AI #SemanticSearch #TechInnovation #DataScience #LLM #MachineLearning #SearchTechnology
zkStudyClub - Reef: Fast Succinct Non-Interactive Zero-Knowledge Regex ProofsAlex Pruden
This paper presents Reef, a system for generating publicly verifiable succinct non-interactive zero-knowledge proofs that a committed document matches or does not match a regular expression. We describe applications such as proving the strength of passwords, the provenance of email despite redactions, the validity of oblivious DNS queries, and the existence of mutations in DNA. Reef supports the Perl Compatible Regular Expression syntax, including wildcards, alternation, ranges, capture groups, Kleene star, negations, and lookarounds. Reef introduces a new type of automata, Skipping Alternating Finite Automata (SAFA), that skips irrelevant parts of a document when producing proofs without undermining soundness, and instantiates SAFA with a lookup argument. Our experimental evaluation confirms that Reef can generate proofs for documents with 32M characters; the proofs are small and cheap to verify (under a second).
Paper: https://eprint.iacr.org/2023/1886
A tale of scale & speed: How the US Navy is enabling software delivery from l...sonjaschweigert1
Rapid and secure feature delivery is a goal across every application team and every branch of the DoD. The Navy’s DevSecOps platform, Party Barge, has achieved:
- Reduction in onboarding time from 5 weeks to 1 day
- Improved developer experience and productivity through actionable findings and reduction of false positives
- Maintenance of superior security standards and inherent policy enforcement with Authorization to Operate (ATO)
Development teams can ship efficiently and ensure applications are cyber ready for Navy Authorizing Officials (AOs). In this webinar, Sigma Defense and Anchore will give attendees a look behind the scenes and demo secure pipeline automation and security artifacts that speed up application ATO and time to production.
We will cover:
- How to remove silos in DevSecOps
- How to build efficient development pipeline roles and component templates
- How to deliver security artifacts that matter for ATO’s (SBOMs, vulnerability reports, and policy evidence)
- How to streamline operations with automated policy checks on container images
GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using Deplo...James Anderson
Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
Gopinath Rebala is the CTO of OpsMx, where he has overall responsibility for the machine learning and data processing architectures for Secure Software Delivery. Gopi also has a strong connection with our customers, leading design and architecture for strategic implementations. Gopi is a frequent speaker and well-known leader in continuous delivery and integrating security into software delivery.
Full-RAG: A modern architecture for hyper-personalizationZilliz
Mike Del Balso, CEO & Co-Founder at Tecton, presents "Full RAG," a novel approach to AI recommendation systems, aiming to push beyond the limitations of traditional models through a deep integration of contextual insights and real-time data, leveraging the Retrieval-Augmented Generation architecture. This talk will outline Full RAG's potential to significantly enhance personalization, address engineering challenges such as data management and model training, and introduce data enrichment with reranking as a key solution. Attendees will gain crucial insights into the importance of hyperpersonalization in AI, the capabilities of Full RAG for advanced personalization, and strategies for managing complex data integrations for deploying cutting-edge AI solutions.
Enchancing adoption of Open Source Libraries. A case study on Albumentations.AIVladimir Iglovikov, Ph.D.
Presented by Vladimir Iglovikov:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/iglovikov/
- https://x.com/viglovikov
- https://www.instagram.com/ternaus/
This presentation delves into the journey of Albumentations.ai, a highly successful open-source library for data augmentation.
Created out of a necessity for superior performance in Kaggle competitions, Albumentations has grown to become a widely used tool among data scientists and machine learning practitioners.
This case study covers various aspects, including:
People: The contributors and community that have supported Albumentations.
Metrics: The success indicators such as downloads, daily active users, GitHub stars, and financial contributions.
Challenges: The hurdles in monetizing open-source projects and measuring user engagement.
Development Practices: Best practices for creating, maintaining, and scaling open-source libraries, including code hygiene, CI/CD, and fast iteration.
Community Building: Strategies for making adoption easy, iterating quickly, and fostering a vibrant, engaged community.
Marketing: Both online and offline marketing tactics, focusing on real, impactful interactions and collaborations.
Mental Health: Maintaining balance and not feeling pressured by user demands.
Key insights include the importance of automation, making the adoption process seamless, and leveraging offline interactions for marketing. The presentation also emphasizes the need for continuous small improvements and building a friendly, inclusive community that contributes to the project's growth.
Vladimir Iglovikov brings his extensive experience as a Kaggle Grandmaster, ex-Staff ML Engineer at Lyft, sharing valuable lessons and practical advice for anyone looking to enhance the adoption of their open-source projects.
Explore more about Albumentations and join the community at:
GitHub: https://github.com/albumentations-team/albumentations
Website: https://albumentations.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/100504475
Twitter: https://x.com/albumentations
How to Get CNIC Information System with Paksim Ga.pptxdanishmna97
Pakdata Cf is a groundbreaking system designed to streamline and facilitate access to CNIC information. This innovative platform leverages advanced technology to provide users with efficient and secure access to their CNIC details.
Encryption in Microsoft 365 - ExpertsLive Netherlands 2024Albert Hoitingh
In this session I delve into the encryption technology used in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Purview. Including the concepts of Customer Key and Double Key Encryption.
DevOps and Testing slides at DASA ConnectKari Kakkonen
My and Rik Marselis slides at 30.5.2024 DASA Connect conference. We discuss about what is testing, then what is agile testing and finally what is Testing in DevOps. Finally we had lovely workshop with the participants trying to find out different ways to think about quality and testing in different parts of the DevOps infinity loop.
2. 2 Rethinking energy performance FEBRUARY 2015
Technology is developing faster than ever, and with demands
pulling at operators from all directions, it’s vital that networks
are streamlined and efficient.
With more subscribers wanting
increasingly powerful connections,
how can operators increase
coverage and capacity, while
reducing energy use?
For years, the focus of the telecom
industry has been primarily on
improving the energy performance
of the ‘box’. Now we need to evolve
from this, and encompass all areas
of the network.
A complete approach to energy
performance means considering
the whole network.
Operators need to remember three
key actions: address the installed
base; build with precision; optimize
on site.
By addressing the installed base,
the entire network’s demands are
taken into account. Building with
precision ensures that a network
has the capabilities to meet the
traffic demand while using energy
efficiently. Optimizing on site gives
operators complete control over the
energy consumption chain.
When energy is managed in a
systematic way, it’s possible to
see capacity grow, while energy
consumption is reduced.
We can provide operators with the
tools to not only create a network
that uses energy in an optimum
way, but that delivers increased
app coverage.
RETHINKING ENERGY
PERFORMANCE
CONSIDER
the whole network
CONTENTS
THE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY 3
The effect of energy policies 4
Rapid future growth 4
THE SYSTEMATIC APPROACH 5
Address the installed base 5
Build with precision 8
Optimize on site 10
SETTING UP FOR A 11
SUCCESSFUL FUTURE
3. FEBRUARY 2015 Rethinking energy performance 3
It is essential that an operator plans for both present
needs and future demands. Taking into account
the state of the industry today is necessary when
choosing an energy performance program, but failing
to make this solution adaptable for future changes
could be a costly mistake.
New technology and traffic growth will continue to push
network evolution and expansion. Looking forward to
2020, it’s predicted that all current radio technologies
will continue to coexist, as well as the addition of 5G.
Therefore, operators will need to use their entire network
to provide the best user experience with app coverage.
Traffic growth is inevitable but ensuring opex doesn’t
increase with traffic is essential. Rethinking energy
performance is vital to this.
Moving away from the box
The state of the industry, with its rapid traffic growth and
multi-standard, multi-band, multi-layer complexity has meant
box-to-box energy comparisons are no longer enough.
A product chosen for its low energy consumption, without
considering its level of performance and capacity, will not
be a sustainable choice. A box-to-box comparison will
always source the low energy/low performance option as
the best choice. However, in reality, the lower capability
box will need to be replaced or added to. This is due
to the need to keep up with expanding traffic, growth,
and updates, incurring higher energy usage, and the
attempt to lower energy usage will be unsuccessful. Only
by looking at both current and future requirements and
considering the entire network, can energy performance
be achieved in a sustainable way.
THE STATE OF
THE INDUSTRY
WHAT IS APP COVERAGE?
App coverage brings together all aspects of the network, allowing a more
comprehensive view of performance to be taken, meaning an operator can
deliver a level of service that consistently meets user expectations
everywhere in the network.
4. 4 Rethinking energy performance FEBRUARY 2015
THE EFFECT OF
ENERGY POLICIES
An operator’s energy policy has a direct impact on the
network’s energy performance. If an operator considers
every part of the business and the network when creating
and implementing policies, it can lead to a tremendous
reduction in energy opex. Operators that take a short-term,
narrow approach to their policies will find that in the long
run, their efforts will fall short.
Having one policy that incorporates information and
goals from different parts of the organization will see a
smooth transition occur in the journey to lower energy
consumption. This one policy must cover every part of
the value chain, for maximum savings and total control.
Most operators’ organizations are not currently optimized
for the reduction of energy on Radio Access Network
(RAN) levels. This may be due to a lack of interest in
deploying optimum radio system designs for different
purposes, as well as not utilizing software features in a
way that achieves energy savings.
We can help operators overcome these hurdles by
sharing our experience and solutions.
RAPID FUTURE GROWTH
Rapid growth in smartphone usage has meant that
operators need to start preparing for the future now.
With rising forecasts, higher demands for better
connectivity based on bandwidth-hungry applications,
and ever-increasing subscriber numbers, networks
need to be ready.
This exponential rise in traffic will have big consequences
for operators, who will need to provide high quality
connections for subscribers, regardless of their location.
Operators need to improve the efficiency of GSM, in
order to release the spectrum to WCDMA and LTE.
Furthermore, WCDMA (low-band) needs to be built out on
every GSM site, and LTE is needed in high-traffic areas to
meet demands using new spectrum bands.
However, operators may be hindered by energy and
power allowances at existing sites. Being limited by the
amount of power that can be used at a certain site will
prohibit operators from expanding their capacity, and
may put them at a competitive disadvantage.
Figure 1: World population coverage by technology
~95%
>85%
GSM/EDGE
2013 2020 2013 2020 2013 2020
Source: Ericsson Mobility Report, November 2014
~60%
WCDMA/
HSPA
~90%
>70%
~20%
LTE
5. FEBRUARY 2015 Rethinking energy performance 5
Energy performance solutions need to address current and
future technologies in any operator’s network. Whenever
new radio technology is added, the existing generations
typically remain. Solutions therefore need to address the
complete installed base. These solutions include:
> Enabling RAN specific energy saving features for 2G,
3G and 4G. This will give operators the potential to
reduce energy consumption in existing radio equipment
Prolonging capacity lifecycle. An energy efficient
network is one that can deliver the needed capacity for
an extended period of time, based on flexible capacity
growth, rather than hardware upgrades. Network
capacity can be increased by staying current on the
latest software releases, without adding new hardware
Using capable hardware everywhere. New hardware
platforms that support multi-standard with a reduced
footprint are much more energy efficient
Ericsson has a system-wide approach for energy
performance, designing solutions that will reduce
energy consumption while increasing app coverage.
By addressing the installed base, building with
precision and optimizing on site, operators will
see a difference in their energy use and resulting
performance levels.
We can offer alternatives to the box-to-box comparison
route. We have a host of solutions, created to help
operators of any size, on any technology, improve
their energy performance. Developed to cause as little
disruption as possible, and with operators’ installed
bases in mind, we have created a series of solutions
to approach energy performance in the best way.
Networks will evolve: traffic growth is driving RAN expansion,
with more sites needing to use multi-radio technologies.
Future RAN will need all technologies in order to
compete and be the best performing network.
GSM will have to be made more efficient, with a wider
rollout of WCDMA and LTE. The number of LTE rollouts
is predicted to be huge – and that’s only the growth
forecast up until 2020, and then 5G will be introduced.
Energy challenges will arise when available energy
budgets become too tight. Added to the challenges of
reducing energy consumption is the need to abide by
organization and government policies.
Operators need to address the installed base, choosing
a solution that covers all generations. There is a need to
build with precision: using the right amount of energy,
at the right time. On-site challenges need to be taken into
account, such as volume, size and power constraints.
THE SYSTEMATIC
APPROACH
ADDRESS THE INSTALLED BASE
Increase network
capacity without
adding hardware
6. 6 Rethinking energy performance FEBRUARY 2015
Boost performance
with RAN software
Ericsson offers RAN-specific
energy saving software functions
that adapt energy consumption to
traffic: operators can ensure they
are delivering the right amount of
performance when it is needed.
Typically, design philosophy is either
to reduce the output power of the
carrier, or enable discontinuous
transmission when possible.
These savings are in the range of
20–120 W per cell, which adds up
to an impressive amount, due to the
total of small savings on many cells.
For example, BCCH power saving
is a GSM feature that provides 40 W
savings per cell. If this is applied
over 10,000 sites with 3 cells,
savings in the region of 10.5 GWh
and EUR 1.6 million could be
achieved over the course of a
year for a typical GSM network.
Figure 2 shows some examples
of how our WCDMA solutions of
rethinking energy performance
can help operators solve capacity
bottlenecks with software, instead
of having to add new hardware. This
ensures that capacity growth can be
managed. Operators will be able to
deliver the needed capacity over time,
prolonging the hardware capacity
lifecycle, resulting directly in increased
network energy performance.
Bottleneck Traditional solutions
Unique Ericsson
software solutions
Uplink channel elements Add additional baseband capacity
Features reduce the
impact of uplink channel
elements consumption
Downlink power
Add new carrier or increase
transmitted power
Features reduce the impact
of power limitation
Downlink HSDPA codes
Increase baseband capacity
Add new carrier
Features reduce the
impact of code limitation
Uplink interference Add new carrier
Features reduce the
impact of uplink interference or
reduce the device power utilization
Figure 2: An example of WCDMA software to remove capacity bottlenecks
Capacity
lifecycle
is directly linked to
energy performance
7. FEBRUARY 2015 Rethinking energy performance 7
Use capable hardware
Despite the ever increasing power
of software, existing hardware will
need to be replaced at some point.
New hardware platforms should
provide multi-standard support,
a reduced footprint and the best
energy performance.
The Evo Controller 8000 is a vital
component of the RAN evolution
strategy. It combines the functions
of the GSM Base Station Controller
(BSC) and the WCDMA Radio
Network Controller (RNC) in one
common network controller.
It is also possible to have up to
three Wi-Fi controllers (WIC 8030)
configured in a single RNC.
The Evo Controller 8200/BCS, with
support for more than 12,000 TRXs
in one single cabinet, brings capacity
density to the next level. One
Evo Controller can consolidate
up to 40 BSC and RNC
cabinets into one, reducing
power by 90 percent.
With the Ericsson Radio System, we
have established a generational shift
in mobile networks for the 5G future.
The system enables radio system
transformation to address the
constantly increasing demands for
app coverage from consumers,
businesses and industries.
It ensures efficient and sustainable
performance from the industry’s
smallest radio units and offers
the lowest power consumption.
While doing so, it reduces energy
consumption and optimizes
spectrum resources.
The Ericsson Radio System
lowers capex and opex through its
high-performance and flexible site
configurations, with innovations
like one-bolt installation.
The new
radio unit has
the industry’s
best energy
performance, and
provides a 50 percent improvement
in energy efficiency. This is due
to highly integrated electronics
and advanced power amplifier
architecture. While the weight and
size of the radio has also been
reduced significantly, it can support
three times as many as radios in
the same volume. Together with the
extreme modularity and flexible site
deployment, it changes the building
practice for high-density sites.
The Ericsson Radio System also
comes with the most powerful
baseband ever. On one board, it is
able to handle twice as many cells
as existing baseband units:
it supports both LTE TDD and
FDD modes simultaneously.
ericsson
radio system
Figure 3: The Ericsson Radio
System’s Radio Unit
Industry
best
radio energy
performance
50%
improvement
in energy
efficiency
8. 8 Rethinking energy performance FEBRUARY 2015
Using the right equipment in the right location at the right
time is a key part of improving energy performance –
and an area where many operators fall short. Ericsson
offers insights into traffic and network reality, enabling
operators to understand how traffic is distributed, and
therefore dimension the network effectively (Figure 4).
Figure 4 shows that mobile traffic distribution is highly
uneven. Our observations concluded that half of a
network’s sites carry only 15 percent of the total traffic,
while 5 percent of the sites carry 20 percent of the
traffic. The Ericsson Radio System’s modular and flexible
architecture provides solutions suitable for the complete
range of site requirements, from extreme density to those
with lower traffic. Our insights reveal that low-load sites,
typically comprising 50 percent of an operator’s network,
are often over-dimensioned.
Having more control over the equipment and the way it is
used is an integral part of reducing energy consumption.
Over-dimensioning, a commonly used yet incorrect
solution, does not always result in performance gain.
Instead, it more often leads to increased opex, higher
energy consumption and inflated capex – all of which
impact the TCO.
Operators may be concerned by rapid traffic growth, and
therefore believe it is safer to have powerful equipment
everywhere. We also found that traffic growth is not
uniform – it tends to increase at times and in locations
where it is already high, while growth is much slower in
the places where loads are low.
It is also important to highlight that site diversity with both
low and high loads exist across the entire network. Some
sites in dense urban areas experience little traffic, while
some rural sites cover large geographical areas and carry
a comparably high traffic load.
Precise dimensioning with the right radio and baseband
for each traffic segment will not only significantly
reduce energy consumption, but also sufficiently
support future growth.
In one trial, energy consumption of a deployment with
traditional, large, capable equipment was compared
to one with precisely matched solutions. The latter’s
choice to precisely match its demands resulted in a
40 percent reduction in energy use.
BUILD WITH
PRECISION
b. Traffic growth
Sites
Traffic/site
100%
Traffic growth
Traffic per site density
50%20%5%
Figure 4: Dimensioning a network efficiently and effectively
Traffic/site
100%50%20%5%
a. Traffic distribution
20% traffic
15% traffic
Site
High capacity radio
and baseband
Low capacity radio
and baseband
65% traffic
Medium capacity radio
and baseband
Traffic/site
c. Network reality
Site
Urban Suburban Rural
9. FEBRUARY 2015 Rethinking energy performance 9
Energy performance also varies
depending on different Radio System
architectures. The careful selection of
optimal Radio System alternatives can
easily reduce energy consumption.
It is commonly understood that the
placing of radio transmitters close
to the antenna improves the quality
of the radio link. Due to this, Remote
Radio Units (RRUs) have become a
well-established industry deployment.
Using RRUs eliminates energy losses
in feeders and jumper cables, as well
as reducing cooling needs.
We have a unique solution to provide
app coverage in low density areas.
Our Psi-Coverage solution uses a
single radio unit to provide the same
coverage as an ordinary 3-sector
base station equipped with three
radio units. Using less hardware
reduces energy consumption
by more than 40 percent, while
maintaining the same performance.
Psi-Coverage has also evolved
to support multi-standard – both
LTE and WCDMA, and dual-carrier
HSDPA, which provides a down-link
peak rate at 42Mbps. This enables
operators to deliver superior app
coverage in the 50 percent of their
sites with relatively low traffic.
By building in line with the demands,
operators can improve app coverage
and network performance, while
optimally reducing energy consumption.
Figure 5: Psi power consumption vs.
a traditional 3-sector deployment
Main Remote
40% lower power
consumption
Psi
Energy
performance
varies
depending on radio
system architectures
10. 10 Rethinking energy performance FEBRUARY 2015
OPTIMIZE
ON SITE
Radio and transmission equipment
needs to be placed onsite, where
operators will usually have size
and power limitations.
We have developed several
solutions to help operators solve
on-site challenges. We offer
cost-optimized solutions for
different energy sources, intelligently
controlled site expansions to keep
energy consumption down, smart
solutions for different business
models, and the combination of
transmission and RAN on site.
Our cost-optimized solutions for
different energy sources include
Remote Site Management (RSM),
which contains a number of
features to reduce energy costs and
improve sustainability. Operators
can control and compare their
energy consumption at all sites,
with real-time monitoring of energy
source information.
Remote Hybrid Control Management
ensures that the usage of diesel
generators, batteries, solar powers
wind turbines, fuel cells and so
forth, is cost-optimized. Battery
Management ensures a substantial
battery life extension, and optimal
battery replacement planning,
meaning fewer visits to the site
are required.
Operators can intelligently control
their site expansion within their
energy limits with our solutions.
Intelligent site recovery prioritizes
between battery recharge and traffic
after a power outage, and can be
used across a multitude of standard
sites. It also provides stepwise site
recovery from the RSM for battery
and all radio technologies.
We support multiple operator
business models. Passive site
sharing, in the case of tower
companies for example, can utilize
RSM multi-vendor support to control
and optimize power usage on site.
Active network sharing lets operators
use their full portfolio and solutions to
optimize energy performance across
the shared networks.
The benefits of having common
site solutions for integrated
MINI-LINK microwave with RAN
are apparent throughout the entire
site. One cabinet on-site that can
share power, batteries, cabling
and accessories can achieve great
savings. Prefabricated cables
reduce cable and connector related
outages. Shared power and cooling
saves a considerable amount per
year and per site, while reducing
two cabinets to one, cuts an energy
footprint by 50 percent.
Our site controllers help make
sites more intelligent, saving money
and saving energy, without losing
performance.
Our site controllers
help make sites more intelligent
11. FEBRUARY 2015 Rethinking energy performance 11
To provide the best performing
network, operators have to ensure
that traffic and capacity can increase,
while energy consumption decreases.
With our array of thoughtful solutions
and intelligent use, this is possible,
but operators have to be prepared
to take a complete view of
energy performance.
It is possible for operators to
increase app coverage while
improving their energy performance,
by taking a systematic approach
and thinking about energy in terms
of the entire network. Operators can
use app coverage to quantify this
approach to energy: dividing this
coverage by RAN network energy
consumption will show exactly
how much is being used to give
consumers high quality coverage.
Approaching energy performance
from the perspective of the whole
network, means that operators
are setting themselves up for
a successful future – not one
restricted by energy and an inability
to expand. Mobile traffic is forecast
to grow considerably in the future,
and networks need to be sustainable
on the road to 5G.
SETTING UP FOR A
SUCCESSFUL FUTURE
take a
systematic
view
of energy performance
App coverage
Energy
Nodes Sites Networks