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Network automation

The challenge

The traditional way of configuring networks is no longer up to date. While other sectors have long relied on automation, manual work is commonplace in IT. However, this is too expensive, too time-consuming and prone to errors. A new approach is therefore required: in future, a kind of factory will produce and operate networks on the assembly line fully automatically, as is already the case with cars, for example.

Automation

In principle, any repetitive work can be automated. However, this is usually not done because network engineers do not have the know-how for software development or software specialists lack the network-specific expertise. In addition, manufacturer tools are often not flexible enough.

Standardization

The operation of a large number of devices only works if they are standardized. However, this is difficult with existing hardware due to different manufacturers, generations and other obstacles. Automation must therefore be based on hardware-independent templates and software, known as “infrastructure as code”.

Standardizing data sources

Another challenge is that a variety of data and inputs are required to configure a network. This includes IP addresses, passwords, physical addresses, cable designations and much more. These are stored in different locations and still have to be compiled manually today. To enable automation, interfaces to these data sources need to be built and integrated.

Why onway?

We take a structured and agile approach to automating your network. In a first step, we work with you to identify the “low-hanging fruits”, i.e. frequently occurring tasks that can be automated. We then crystallize which repetitive work processes lend themselves to automation. We use the appropriate tools for this and design the user interfaces.

We start the implementation with an initial important sub-goal, add further functions to it step by step and integrate the associated data sources. In this way, the extensive automation can be implemented in parallel with ongoing operations. Last but not least, we support you in managing the automation platform. We have a great deal of expertise in this area: the first DevNet expert in Europe works at onway.

Example of network automation using public transport vehicles:

Video in German - subtitles are available in various languages via youtube.

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