Observability data presents both advantages and challenges for assurance systems

Cloud-native architecture (CNA) can benefit 5G networks and the applications deployed over them. CNA provides the agility that communications service providers (CSPs) require to rapidly provision networking resources, applications and services based on intent. Cloud-native networks built using containers and microservices have wide-ranging implications for CSPs’ networks and IT operations technology and processes, all of which underpin a CSP’s business. In this article, we will delve into the impact of using cloud-native networks on the data requirements for monitoring and assurance applications. We explore this topic further in our recently published report, Implications of cloud-native environments and observability.