Method and device for performing maintenance of a communication network

The intent-driven management approach in communication networks addresses the challenge of network disruptions by determining and scheduling maintenance actions considering interdependencies, enhancing network stability and efficiency.

WO2026027266A1PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2026-02-05NTT DOCOMO INC
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Patent Information

Application Number
PCT/EP2025/070496
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-08-02
Filing Date
2025-07-17
Publication Date
2026-02-05

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Technical Problem

Performing maintenance actions in communication networks without considering interdependencies between components can lead to network disruptions and instability, as these networks are highly interconnected and dependent on each other's operations.

Method used

An intent-driven management approach is employed, where maintenance goals are specified, and a Maintenance Agent determines a set of actions, their impacts on other network entities, and schedules these actions to minimize negative effects, using machine learning and predefined templates to automate the process.

Benefits of technology

This approach reduces the risk of network disruptions by optimizing maintenance actions based on interdependencies, ensuring efficient and stable network operations while meeting maintenance goals.

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Abstract

According to various embodiment, a method for performing maintenance of a communication network is described comprising receiving a specification of one or more maintenance goals for one or more network entities of the communication network, determining a set of maintenance actions to achieve the one or more maintenance goals, determining at least one impact of the set of maintenance actions on one or more further network entities if they are applied to the one or more network entities, determining one or more further maintenance actions which prevent negative impact of the set of maintenance actions on the one or more further network entities, determining a maintenance action schedule for at least a subset of the maintenance actions and the determined one or more further maintenance actions and carrying out the maintenance actions of the subset of the maintenance actions and the determined one or more further maintenance actions according to the maintenance action schedule.
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