GLOBAL INTERCONNECT

MEF Global Interconnect Defined: "The interconnection of autonomous Carrier Ethernet networks to enable standardized and streamlined delivery of MEF-certified Carrier Ethernet services with end-to-end Class of Service, management and protection


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Overview

The success of Carrier Ethernet has enabled Global Interconnect.

Since 2001 when the MEF was formed, Carrier Ethernet services and networks have grown from almost zero to a US$22 billion in 2008 to US$34 billion in 2013 having a $142 billion 5-year total 2009—2013.

Achieving significant milestones along the way, the MEF's strategy between 2008 and 2010 incorporates all elements for global Ethernet Interconnect including service levels, ENNI, management and processes such as provisioning, into place to enable Ethernet services throughout the world.

for the recent presentation given on Global Interconnect. Additional presentations are below and also available from the Presentations page.

Three phases in the delivery of the Global Interconnect Initiative

Global Interconnect Implementation Guide

Global Interconnect

Global Interconnect Delivers

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Ethernet Interconnects facilitate service
delivery that span multiple operators networks

Standard Carrier Ethernet service handoffs between operators simplifies provisioning and troubleshooting across multiple networks

Reduces time to revenue by cutting lead time to deliver the service.

Lowers cost to manage the service once its turned up.

Global Interconnect Program

Global Interconnect delivers all elements relating to multi-operator implementation of MEF Carrier Ethernet services through a comprehensive informational program of Specifications, Certification and Partner Engagement Tools.

MEF Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for all aspects of standardised Ethernet interconnects
Developed, peer-reviewed and ratified through tens of thousands of industry-leader contributor hours

MEF Certification

Certification built upon detailed test specifications for all aspects of Global Interconnect implementation
Certified services provide fundamental basis for interoperability.
Assures service providers that Carrier Ethernet equipment complies with MEF Specifications
Assures enterprises that Certified Carrier Ethernet services will perform to defined service level specifications – minimizes risk. An enabler of SP-SP Wholesale & Interconnect