Survey shows shift toward IP and optical network convergence

Communications service providers are adopting IP over DWDM (IPoDWDM) technology, marking a shift in network architecture. Traditional optical systems are being replaced by converged IP-optical solutions, offering simplification and efficiency.

A global survey by Heavy Reading highlights this transformation, revealing key insights:

• CSPs expect 59% of their 400G+ pluggable optics in IPoDWDM equipment within three years
• 43% plan to deploy 800G coherent pluggable optics within one year
• Debate persists over controller strategies for managing coherent pluggables in multi-vendor setups

Explore how IP-optical convergence is becoming reality for network operators.