The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods HN786: From Intent-Based to Autonomous Ops With Cisco Crosswork and Provider Connectivity Assurance (Sponsored)
Jun 20, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Paolo Orocio and Chris Fridgen from Cisco Systems unveil the future of network operations. They tackle the alignment of service level agreements with real network performance and share insights on Cisco's innovative approaches to service assurance. The conversation delves into the integration of AI and automation, emphasizing how these technologies enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, they explore the significance of high-quality data for effective decision-making and the emerging Model Context Protocol that promises to revolutionize agent communication.
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Cisco's Broad View of Assurance
- Cisco views service assurance as guaranteeing both service level agreements and the overall network health.
- Assurance capabilities are integrated into each product according to operator needs, not just basic monitoring.
Diverse Data Sources for Assurance
- Cisco collects diverse data sources, including streaming telemetry, SNMP, traps, and syslog for service assurance.
- Real-time data is essential to enable timely reactions and network health maintenance.
Multilayer Observability is Key
- Effective service assurance requires multilayer observability from optical layers up to service levels.
- Correlating lower-layer issues with service impact empowers faster and accurate operational decisions.