About ODA
The future of telecoms IT and network systems created for our Members, by our Members
What is Open Digital Architecture?
Open Digital Architecture (ODA) is a blueprint to build flexible, cloud-based telecom and enterprise IT systems. Developed by our Members, it provides the foundation for operators to simplify enterprise architecture designs, modernize software build for a plug and play ecosystem and automate IT and network operations.
Got it in 5
Reduce the need for RFPs
Replace individual, time consuming RFPs by enabling rapid proofs-of-concept build with ODA conformant software components on a standard canvas environment.
Leave legacy systems behind
By providing a framework for modernization and integration, ODA's component-based approach allows for the replacement of older systems with more agile ones.
Common ways of working
Common business frameworks and processes mean we’re all talking the same language when it comes making every step seamless, agile and efficient.
Increase speed to market
The ability to reuse existing platform capabilities and automate customer journeys lead to faster development and deployment.
Reduce cost
By streamlining operations, automating processes, and enabling zero-touch deployments, ODA can significantly reduce operational costs.
What does that mean for me?
Get ahead, get informed and get the rewards for being at the forefront of an AI-native world. ODA helps transform the telecoms industry, benefitting every aspect of your business at every step along the journey:
- For Business leaders and strategists
- Enterprise architects and software developers responsible for the applications that support products and services
- And the IT operations teams responsible for running all the systems.
As networks become more software-centric, the benefits of ODA are becoming relevant to new audiences.
ODA interactive map
Using this ODA interactive map you can discover the vast amount of industry created assets ranging from the business process framework, through the framework and design principles of the architecture, to the specifications for standardized plug and play software of components, canvas and Open APIs.
Click on the interactive map to explore ODA assets or see how to Get started with ODA through our playbooks and toolkits.
ODA Governance describes the activities applied throughout the project lifecycle that ensure under-construction solutions adhere to ODA principles.
Business Architecture represents the suite of building blocks that provide context for how the organization delivers value to its stakeholders.
Information Systems Architecture provides the systems and data view within ODA. It contains the Functional Architecture, the Functional Framework and the Information Framework.
Here we define the Open APIs and reusable Components needed to evolve BSS and OSS systems into agile, cloud native solutions.
The Deployment & Runtime area of ODA provides guidance on how to turn a well-documented enterprise architecture into a real-world solution.
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Exploring real-world applications
We have a range of case studies from many of the world’s biggest communications companies. Find out how they’re implementing ODA, what it means for them, and what the results have been.
Open Digital Architecture (ODA) is the key enabler for our Missions
Our Members are driving three Industry Missions to build our AI-enabled future and bring the industry back to growth.
Composable IT and Ecosystems
A step change in business simplicity, velocity, partner-ability, customer experience and operating costs by enabling our industry to run on AI-ready, composable software.
Autonomous Networks
Transforming customer experience, business velocity, profitability and new services by unlocking the power of seamless end-to-end autonomous operations.
AI and Data Innovation
Accelerating the adoption of AI and data in the CSP industry at scale, responsibly and affordably, with unified architecture, migration roadmaps and industry benchmarks.