Towards an automated radio access network optimization

Abstract

The purpose of this work is to propose an extension to SON of specific use cases within LTE networks. Current wireless networks have become more complex, due to a higher number of base stations, convergence of different technologies (GSM/UMTS/LTE), greater number of parameters available and a multi-vendor environment. It has been proven that SON is a handful resource for mobile operators to decrease costs and save time on dreary optimization tasks, reducing human interaction needed to optimize a network and ensuring quality targets are met. A set of practical use cases are presented, followed by the analysis and actions taken in order to solve them. These solutions are taken as an input for the proposal of automated processes using SON.