IP Transition Work within ATIS

2. IP Transition Work within ATIS • The IP transition and the evolution of the network is a topic that permeates many of ATIS’ work programs. • This presentation highlights some of ATIS’ IP transition work. • Technical work is being done within ATIS’ committees and forums, including most notably its Packet Technologies and Systems Committee (PTSC) and Industry Numbering Committees (INC). • INC’s work is being presented separately to the NANC. • Previous updates on ATIS’ IP transition work has been provided in ATIS’ July 2013 comments in GN Docket No. 13-5. • Forward-looking strategic work is underway within ATIS’ Technology and Operations (TOPS) Council.

3. ATIS/SIP Forum IP-NNI Initiative • In December 2013, ATIS and the SIP Forum launched the IP-NNI Joint Task Force to address the following areas: • Protocol: • Define reference architecture with functional entities necessary for IP-based interconnection • Provide exact specification for all protocols at the NNI • Routing: • Define the architecture for sharing NNI interconnection data • Will not identify a single approach • Solutions will co-exist during transition • Specify how solutions work together

4. ATIS/SIP Forum IP-NNI Initiative • The initiative will allow the industry to continue to support key principles: • Universal connectivity to next generation broadband networks and services; • The protection of consumers, including safeguards against fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices; • Uninterrupted, seamless access to public safety, national security, emergency preparedness/response services; • Continued network reliability and robustness; and • The facilitation of competition and innovation.

5. ATIS/SIP Forum IP-NNI Initiative: Status • The group is working on the initial readout on progress on the routing framework and IP Interconnect protocol. • The NNI Profile is scheduled for Q1 2015.

6. IP Services Interconnect Focus Group • The ATIS TOPS Council IPSI-FG is defining a strategy for developing an IP services interconnect specification suitable for all service provider types, encompassing basic, advanced, and future services. • Includes forward-looking services such as HD Voice, Video, Messaging, and Data. • Requirements are identified for a set of interconnection profiles built on existing standards to enable these services and to deliver a consistent user experience across all types of networks (e.g., Wireless, Fixed, and Cable). • This analysis is complementary to the work of the ATIS/SIP Forum IP-NNI Task Force.

7. IP Services Interconnect Focus Group • The IPSI-FG will help ensure interconnection and interoperability between service providers (e.g., Fixed, Wireless and Cable) for all IP-based service. • Many options exist across the overlapping standards that have been developed by leading SDOs (e.g., ATIS PTSC, IETF, ITU, 3GPP, PacketCable, GSMA, i3Forum, SIP Forum) to address interoperability. • Agreement as to which of the specifications to base the interconnect upon is often a key initial step.

8. IPSI Focus Group: Next Steps • The IPSI –FG is currently examining advanced services as use cases: • HD voice • Video • Voice => video + voice • Video + voice => voice only • Analysis is limited to stage 1 (requirements) and stage 2 (architecture). • Any stage 3 (protocol) work would be referred to the ATIS PTSC.

9. PSRA-TF: Cross Industry Alignment • The ATIS TOPS Council has launched a IP-Transition of Public Safety Related Applications Task Force (PSRA-TF). • The PSRA-TF will address the migration of infrastructure associated with public safety, for example: • Alarm circuits to local fire and police departments;  • FAA circuits to towers and alarms; • Circuits that monitor railroad crossings; • Circuits for sensors at gas and power company locations; • Meter and alarming circuits related to power grids; and • Circuits supporting underground communications. • Addressing these applications will be critical to the timely transition to All-IP.

10. PSRA-TF: Key Contributors

11. PSRA-TF: Status • The PSRA-TF has developed a preliminary view of the current environment and challenges. • Public safety-related applications involve a diverse set of customers with unique requirements. • In most cases, circuit records (only) do not provide sufficient data on the underlying applications. • Many existing customer requirements are based on the characteristics of the legacy copper network. • Feedback with relevant industry groups and associations is necessary to develop transitional and future solutions. • Sharing of the findings and customer education are essential.

12. PSRA-TF: Next Steps • The PSTA-TF is developing its report, which will include: • Assessment and prioritization of key applications and issues impacting transition; • Potential solutions and proposed guidelines; and • Recommended roadmap and timing. • The Task Force is also collecting data from relevant industry groups. • The Task Force will communicate its recommendations to regulatory bodies and industry associations.

13. Questions? • If you have any questions or comments, please contact: Jackie Voss Manager, ATIS Standards Development jvoss@atis.org

14. Supplemental Information • Relevant ATIS Regulatory Activity • July 2013 – ATIS comments in response to the FCC’s Public Notice in GN Docket No. 13-5 identifying ATIS work programs relevant to the IP Transition. • January 2014 – ATIS INC recommendation for mandatory nationwide 10-digit dialing and testbed input. • March 2014 – ATIS INC input on eleven high-level functional requirements for the numbering testbed. • April 2014 – ATIS recommendation regarding common reference points that need to be identified to effectively compare testbed proposals. • April 2014 – ATIS submission of its PSTN Transition Focus Group Assessment and Recommendations (ATIS-I-0000034) to FCC Technology Advisory Council to assist its IP Transition work.