A. Multi-Function System for Operations Support of Evolving Multi-Vendor Telecommunications Networks

The telecommunications network industry has experienced a significant growth in recent years. The networks that consist of multi-vendor, multi- technology network elements are becoming increasingly complex to operate. Network operations personnel are faced with managing these networks with a limited number of skilled personnel and operating resources. A key aspect of the solution to the network operations problem is the availability of a computerized operations system that can support the operations, administration, and maintenance (OA&M) of switching systems in an easy to operate, cost-effective manner.