Communications Engineering Desk Reference

Chapter 3.2

Network infrastructure

Juanita Ellis, Charles Pursell and Joy Rahman

One of the most important phases of a converged network is to choose the right technology vendor or network integrator, one that can provide a seamless solution without forklifting your existing network. A network manager or administrator should consider an open converged platform architecture so that it is easier to deploy converged and next-generation solutions without compromise. Converged communication services drive the current model and pace of business, enabling a whole new way of transacting commerce and interacting with customers and employees. The emergence of global competition and the continued domination of the Internet have driven a need for much ...