NFVMANO

NFV Management and Orchestration (NFV MANO) is a framework designed to manage and orchestrate Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) infrastructure and services. NFV MANO plays a crucial role in the deployment, scaling, and operation of virtualized network functions (VNFs) and network services, enabling service providers to transition from traditional hardware-based networks to more flexible, software-driven architectures.

The primary components of NFV MANO include the Virtualized Infrastructure Manager (VIM), the NFV Orchestrator (NFVO), and the VNF Manager (VNFM). The VIM is responsible for managing the NFV infrastructure, including the compute, storage, and networking resources. The NFVO oversees the overall orchestration of network services and ensures that resources are allocated efficiently across the infrastructure. The VNFM focuses on the lifecycle management of individual VNFs, including their deployment, configuration, and scaling.

NFV MANO aims to automate and simplify the management of NFV environments, reducing operational complexity and improving service agility. By providing a standardized approach to NFV management, it facilitates interoperability between different vendors and technologies, fostering a more open and competitive market. Additionally, NFV MANO supports the dynamic scaling of network services, allowing providers to quickly adapt to changing demand and optimize resource utilization.

The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has been instrumental in developing the NFV MANO framework, providing guidelines and specifications to ensure consistency and interoperability. As NFV continues to evolve, NFV MANO remains a critical enabler for the transformation of telecommunications networks, driving innovation and efficiency in the industry.