Autonomous Networks
Join the Mission to transform customer experiences and achieve end-to-end "Zero-X" operations
Accelerating the shift to Autonomous Network operations and management is a top priority for CTOs and network leaders across the connectivity industry.
Got it in 5
Ready the network
Unlock the full power of seamless end-to-end autonomous network operations across the industry.
Accelerate maturity
Increase AN operations and management maturity to Level 4 and above, moving from automation to intelligence.
Futureproof
Enable the industry to use AN for more end-to-end complex scenarios and high value use cases.
Make it happen
Create the essential assets from APIs to blueprints to solution packages to drive AN implementation.
Unleash benefits
Deliver a step change in network resilience, business velocity, customer experience, new services, cost reduction, sustainability and more.
Autonomous Networks levels solutions
TM Forum research suggests AN maturity can result in up to a 55% reduction in operations and maintenance costs, a 71% rise in customer satisfaction and a 21% increase in energy savings, while also helping businesses reach their sustainability goals
The AN framework aims to provide a systematic method for operators from AN strategy planning to implementation, guiding them to carry out AN work more efficiently. The solution packs will include four key elements: AN levels, Key Effectiveness Indicators (KEIs), AN Target Architecture, and AN Map, along with operation practices, and industry assessment (ANLAV).
- High value scenarios (HVS) guide aims to direct the industry into which AN solutions to prioritize.
- AN Level solution packs are being developing across the matrix of domains and services needed for the CSPs to deliver automation based on the HVS that they want to adopt.
- Autonomous Networks levels (AN Levels) measure the level of autonomic capability in a given network scenario (for example: fault management on the radio access network, quality optimization on the IP network…). .
- AN Level assessment validation (ANLAV) TM Forum provides a service to independently scrutinise and validate that an that an operator’s Autonomous Network Level assessment has been carried out correctly according to the methodology.
Start your journey
Identifying emerging trends and the relative challenges and opportunities is essential in the rapidly evolving AN space.
TM Forum’s research analysts regularly publish reports including our AN Benchmark report and AN Level 4 industry blueprint, as well as case studies, C-level interviews, insights from industry figures and more.
TM Forum’s Innovation Engine enables Members to experiment and deliver proof-of-concepts and reference code to extend AN maturity, increase monetization opportunities and deliver efficiency gains.
We're showcasing 25 AN-related Catalysts at DTW, from using generative AI to automate network maintenance to how to unleash 5G monetization with autonomous operations.
The Innovation Hub brings together the best industry talent to tackle specific challenges such as AN Level 4 RAN Fault Management and MBB Fault Management.
Hackathons such as the Google Cloud AI: Autonomous networking challenge are high energy, intense and exciting events.
Our Member Collaboration projects transform the latest AN innovations and advances into pragmatic and usable standards, blueprints, toolkits and best practices that are incorporated into TM Forum’s overall ODA framework.
Teams from multiple organizations work together on projects covering topics such as using AI to evolve closed-loop automation and measuring and managing autonomy.
TM Forum’s education programs equip individual roles and entire teams with the skills and know-how to accelerate AN maturity while also supporting professional growth and career development.
Our dedicated Autonomous Network Levels (ANL) skill path explains how to use our standard methodology to determine your level of autonomy.
Related skills certification provides assurance that the required level competence has been reached.
Our Autonomous Networks resources provide tools and guidance to evaluate, plan and validate your AN progress.
See how CSPs are unlocking benefits - from increased velocity to reduced costs and better customer experience - by implementing Autonomous Networks.
Our Global Events are a platform to innovate, collaborate, and showcase real-world solutions to industry challenges. We have a range of inspiring events such as DTW Ignite where you'll connect with other highly-engaged experts from the connectivity ecosystem.
Don't miss our upcoming event Innovate Asia - Leading the Autonomous Networks Revolution.
Collaborate face-to-face with your peers at Accelerate Asia to shape the future of Autonomous Networks.
Leading the Mission
Meet the industry leaders who are driving our Autonomous Networks Mission.