APN Subnet Preconfiguration for Faster Network Access Provisioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing APN management systems require extended times to configure due to varying technical requirements and features associated with different system components, leading to delays in network access provisioning.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for rapid APN deployment that includes an APN inventory system, order interface, and APN mapping system, allowing for the configuration of APN subnets before customer selection, enabling quick access and modification of APN subnets using algorithms on processors to manage customer and carrier accounts.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional APN management systems are used to manage network access, then network access control is achieved, but configuration time is extended due to different technical requirements and features associated with different system components
Solution Approach 1:
The patent pre-generates multiple APN subnet options with different technical configurations before customer selection. The system creates a library of pre-configured APN subnets with varying features, bandwidths, and technical parameters, allowing customers to select from ready-made options rather than requiring custom configuration after selection, thus dramatically reducing configuration time while maintaining reliable network access control
Solution Approach 2:
The patent divides the APN management system into distinct modules: an APN inventory system that manages pre-configured subnet options, an order interface system that handles customer selections, and an APN mapping system that associates customers with selected subnets. This segmentation allows each component to operate independently and efficiently, reducing overall configuration time while maintaining proper network access control
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple APN subnet options with different features are provided, then customer selection flexibility is improved, but system complexity increases due to varying technical requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal APN subnet template structure that can be configured with different features and parameters while maintaining the same underlying system architecture. The pre-generated APN subnet options all follow a standardized format, allowing the system to handle diverse customer requirements through a single unified management framework, thus providing flexibility without proportionally increasing system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent provides multiple APN subnet options that differ in configurable parameters such as bandwidth, technical features, and performance characteristics. By varying these parameters within a standardized structure rather than creating entirely different systems for each option, the patent achieves high customer selection flexibility while keeping the underlying system complexity manageable through consistent management protocols
3Adaptability or versatility
If manual configuration processes are used for APN deployment, then customization capability is maintained, but deployment time extends from days to months
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs APN subnet configuration in advance by pre-generating multiple subnet options with different technical specifications. This preliminary configuration work is done before customer selection, transforming a months-long manual customization process into a pre-computed set of ready-to-deploy options. When customers select their preferred subnet, deployment can proceed immediately with automated association, achieving rapid deployment while maintaining customization through the variety of pre-configured options
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates multiple copies of APN subnet configurations with different parameter settings. Instead of manually configuring a unique APN subnet from scratch for each customer, the system replicates standardized templates with varied parameters to create multiple ready-to-use options. This copying approach allows rapid deployment by selecting and associating with pre-existing configurations rather than creating new ones, dramatically increasing productivity while preserving customization through parameter variation
Data Source
AI summary
A system for access point name (APN) management, comprising an APN inventory system operating on a first processor that is configured to load one or more algorithms into working data memory to cause the first processor to generate a data structure that identifies a plurality of unassigned APN subnets. An order interface system operating on a second processor is configured to load one or more algorithms into working data memory to cause the second processor to generate a selection tool to allow a user to select one of a plurality of APN subnet options. An APN mapping system operating on a third processor is configured to load one or more algorithms into working data memory to cause the third processor to associate a customer account number with one of the unassigned APN subnets.