Application architectures for the support of Reconfigurability and Adaptability

In order to facilitate the implementation of adaptability and reconfigurability features in mobile networks, the co-ordination of the introduction of advanced enabling applications is required. This field will be investigated to identify current efforts and also to introduce a generic framework for the introduction of application architectures for the support of Reconfigurability and Adaptability. Main issues to be considered (but not limited to) are the support of advanced business models, the dynamic service adaptation, deployment, registration and update by SPs (Service Providers), the dynamic user registration, advanced adaptability and reconfigurability management and control (network/terminal etc.), support of suitable security schemes, advanced Service discovery, Flexible Charging/Accounting/Billing schemes, Location and context awareness, protocol Adapters and protocol downloading mechanisms.

The need for the introduction of enhanced open APIs will be elaborated to enable flexible service provision and adaptability and reconfigurability management. These will be based on similar aspects that led to the development of existing open interfaces e.g. OSA. Co-ordination of respective integrated efforts will be supported.