Nokia and du Successfully Trial AI-Powered Automation Assistant for Optical Networks

Nokia  and du,  the leading telecom and digital services provider, announced the successful completion of the trial of Nokia WaveSuite AI, a classical AI and GPT-powered automation assistant, designed to simplify and accelerate optical network expansions, operations and improve network efficiencies. Nokia’s WaveSuite AI enabled du’s engineering team to perform real-time network status queries, instantly retrieve accurate documentation, and plan future network evolution through a single natural language interface. The result was faster troubleshooting, fewer network errors, and a more efficient use of resources that resulted in a superior network management experience for du’s operational teams.

Telecom operators worldwide face rising demands for connectivity and bandwidth, based on the acceleration of data center buildouts required for the AI era. While AI buildouts create challenges for network operators, they also provide opportunity in the form of new resources and tools to improve operations and network efficiency. WaveSuite AI uses both classic and generative AI to provide insightful real-time network data, contextual assistance based on network information and an easy-to-use interface that improves productivity and reduces time-to-repair.

“Our trial with Nokia on WaveSuite AI shows how innovation can transform network operations to face challenges brought on by increasingly sophisticated networks and ever higher traffic volumes. We designed and built more efficient networks in a fraction of the time by automating routine tasks and providing intelligent tools. Most importantly, this means our customers in the UAE will benefit from more reliable, SLA-backed connectivity for their mission-critical applications.”

– Saleem Alblooshi, Chief Technology Officer, du

“WaveSuite AI demonstrates the real value of automation solutions with both classical and generative AI for optical networking. By simplifying planning, reducing tactical errors, making it easier to find answers in documentation and accelerating operations, By easing network operational processes, WaveSuite AI enables service providers to more rapidly deliver higher speed and more reliable services in a proactive approach.”

– Ron Johnson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Optical Networks, Nokia