The evolution of network functions from VNF to CNF
By Guy Daniels
Sep 15, 2022
Roundtable
As the industry moves towards cloud native network functions (CNFs), is there still a future for VM-based virtual network functions (VNFs)? And on this journey, are pre-integrated bundles anything other than a stop-gap solution until the market matures and more telcos become cloud native? Or will the reality be a mix of VNFs and CNFs for the foreseeable future?
Speakers
Ahmed Zaidi
Telco Cloud NFV, 5G Core Architect, Orange
Heather Kirksey
VP Ecosystem and Community, LF Networking
Ildikó Váncsa
Senior Manager, Community & Ecosystem, Open Infrastructure Foundation
Miguel Carames
Executive Director Cloud and Technology Planning Global Network & Technology, Verizon Wireless
Neil McRae
Managing Director Architecture & Technology Strategy and Chief Architect, BT