Business interoperability framework for integrated terrestrial-satellite network

Abstract

This paper presents a framework for business interoperability with specific focus on the performance indicators and SLA models between terrestrial and satellite operators. It discusses relevant performance metrics currently used in satellite and terrestrial networks as well as the correlation between them and concludes that new KPIs and SLA models as enablers for service delivery over an integrated network are required. We further introduce a framework for criteria comparison on key issues to consider and what could be a bad fit and good fit for the integrated terrestrial-satellite architecture. We believe this guide will also help Virtual Network Operators (VNO) better informed of the opportunities and ease of service delivery over these networks.