The right optical transport network will enable you to expand your service and increase revenue. There are different types and components of optical transport including Sonet, DWDM, Ethernet and Core IP Networks. Whichever system you choose, implementation includes the following 5 steps:
- Characterization of Existing Fiber Plant – First, conduct a thorough dispersion test of your existing fiber plant. This will benchmark your plant’s existing performance and help you decide what type of optical transport solution will meet your needs.
- Design – Next you’ll need to create a logical design that meets your bandwidth requirements, accommodates any existing fiber plant constraints, and provides flexibility for future expandability.
- Complete Materials and Integration Services – Next is the actual construction and integration of the optical transport system. This includes power supply, installation (racking, stacking, dressing out cables), turnout, and testing the entire chassis.
- Testing – Once the optical transport system has been installed, you will need to perform a broad set of tests including compliance tests, performance tests, signal tests, failover and reliability tests to proof the performance of the new network and ensure you’ve achieved your performance objectives.
- Hands-On Training – Finally, you will want to be sure to get training for your staff. There are two types:
- Post-Installation Classroom Training – This is the traditional type of training provided by the engineering or construction firm that installed your optical transport system.
- Hands-On Training – Be sure to ask your vendor whether they provide hands-on training in addition to the classroom training. Your technical team looks over the shoulder of your vendor as the optical transport system is installed. This type of hands-on instruction is an important supplement to classroom training. It significantly improves your staff’s confidence and knowledge of your new optical transport system.
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