1、Network APIs for Manufacturing An exploration of Use CasesCopyright 2025 GSMAJanuary 2025NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURING1.Executive Summary 12.Introduction 3 2.1 Objective 4 2.2 Scope 4 2.3 Stakeholders 43.Background 54.Network API Domains and Opportunities 7 4.1 Network API Domains and Types 7 4.1.1

2、 Network API Domains 9 4.1.2 Network API Types Cases 115.Manufacturing Use Cases 12 5.1 Network API Use Case Examples in Manufacturing 12 5.2 Provisioning:Application Credential Management 13 5.3 Service:Asset Tracking 14 5.4 Performance:Quality on Demand 17 5.5 Performance:Network Resource Booking

3、186.Conclusion and Next Steps 207.Acronyms and Terminology 228.References 25ContentsNETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGThis is a white paper of the GSMASecurity Classification:Non-confidentialAccess to and distribution of this document is restricted to the persons permitted by the security classification

4、.This document is confidential to the Association and is subject to copyright protection.This document is to be used only for the purposes for which it has been supplied and information contained in it must not be disclosed or in any other way made available,in whole or in part,to persons other than

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6、y responsibility for,and hereby disclaims liability for the accuracy or completeness or timeliness of the information contained in this document.The information contained in this document may be subject to change without prior notice.Antitrust NoticeThe information contained herein is in full compli

7、ance with the GSM Associations antitrust compliance policy.Contributors and ReviewersContributors:Reviewers:DesktopMobileWorkshop Contributors:Accenture,BT,Capgemini,China Mobile,Deutsche Telekom,DroneUp,Ericsson,KPN,Microsoft,Nokia,NTT Data,Palo Alto Networks,Rohde&Schwarz,Telefnica,Unmanned LifeNE

8、TWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGExecutive SummaryNetwork Application Programming Interfaces(APIs)are expected to grow to a$35B market1 for Mobile Network Operators in the next five to seven years.Application developers and system integrators can leverage network APIs to create new capabilities and gener

9、ate additional economic values for the manufacturing industries.GSMA Open Gateway and the CAMARA Project have gained significant momentum since their founding in 2022 and 2021,respectively,in that the key players in the ecosystem,Mobile Network Operators,developers,and channel partners,are contribut

10、ing to the focus and growth of the initiative and are ramping up their effort to unlock the power of the network for their customers.In March 2024,the GSMA Connected Manufacturing and Production Community began to explore the opportunity for Network APIs for the Manufacturing and Industrial sector,w

11、ith a Network APIs for Manufacturing and Aviation workshop hosted by Airbus at the Airbus Leadership University in Toulouse,France.Following that initial activity this white paper was authored to illustrate the potential of network APIs to enhance manufacturing applications by elaborating several us

12、e cases in device provisioning,location service,and connectivity performance.Network APIs support a wide range of use cases that can significantly enhance manufacturing applications.EXECUTIVE SUMMARY1.01“Intro to the Network API monetization forecast.”STL Partners,April 2024,https:/ 18 July 2024.1/2

13、6NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGFor example:Application credential management APIs streamline the process of securely provisioning and managing device identities,ensuring that only authorised devices can access certain applications.Asset tracking APIs provide real-time visibility into the location an

14、d status of equipment and materials,improving inventory management,and reducing downtime.Quality-on-demand(QoD)APIs enable manufacturers to ensure consistent connectivity quality via dynamically requesting a standard of QoS defining priority,data rate,latency,packet loss rate,etc.Finally,network res

15、ource booking APIs allow for the efficient allocation and scheduling of network resources,optimising connectivity and performance for critical manufacturing operations.These use cases demonstrate how network APIs can drive innovation and efficiency in the manufacturing sector,ultimately leading to i

16、ncreased productivity and cost savings.Standardisation,interoperability,security,and scalability are all essential to the development and adoption of network APIs.We are only at the beginning of this journey,and continuous efforts from all parties to the ecosystem will be required to make this initi

17、ative a technological and economic success.EXECUTIVE SUMMARYThese use cases demonstrate how network APIs can drive innovation and efficiency in the manufacturing sector,ultimately leading to increased productivity and cost savings.2/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGINTRODUCTIONIntroductionThis white

18、paper seeks to illuminate the Open Gateway community and the manufacturing industry on the vast potential of network APIs to fuel industry advancement.It draws from insights gathered during the GSMA Network APIs for Manufacturing and Aviation workshop,held in March 2024 in Toulouse,France.At this di

19、verse gathering,participants explored how specific network APIs could act as catalysts,driving remarkable growth and innovation within the manufacturing and aviation sectors.As the Mobile Network Operators,industry advances network APIs,it is imperative to highlight the benefits that these developme

20、nts will bring to various industries,including manufacturing.Leveraging network APIs will enhance industry-specific use cases and create opportunities for new use cases,providing efficiencies,services,and capabilities previously unattainable.This white paper will focus on the technical use cases and

21、 functionality of network APIs.This will be followed by a second paper in 2025 that will delve into the value and commercial market opportunities that network APIs present for the developer community and service providers,emphasising monetisation strategies and potential market impacts.2.03/26NETWOR

22、K APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGINTRODUCTION2.1 ObjectiveThe objective of this white paper is to illustrate the role of network APIs and their potential to support the ambitions of manufacturing and industrial enterprises.As the network API ecosystem matures,it is crucial to explore and expand on various us

23、e cases to serve as early examples.This whitepaper delves into potential applications of network APIs across a range in the manufacturing spectrum,in order to inspire vendors,application developers,system integrators,and manufacturing customers.2.2 ScopeThe application verticals addressed in this wh

24、ite paper are limited to industrial environments such as factories and worksites,including both indoor and outdoor environments.Several example use cases are elaborated to highlight the manufacturing users perspective,their pain points,and the value creation from the corresponding network APIs,which

25、 not only are essential to the customers but also could prove to be beneficial to network vendors,Mobile Network Operators(MNOs),developers,and ecosystem players such as system integrators.The network APIs here are described at a conceptual level,and the implementation or source code is left to the

26、future efforts and guided by Open Gateway and CAMARA.In addition,the commercialisation aspects of network APIs,such as monetisation strategies and pricing models are also beyond the scope of this release but will be addressed in the following release of the series.The focus of this white paper is on

27、 5G network technology,but some network APIs may be available for 4G LTE.2.3 StakeholdersGSMA Connected Manufacturing and Production Steering Committee/General Membership Industry Leaders in Operational Technology,Informational Technology,Communications Service Service Providers Device Manufacturers

28、 Industrial Customers and Systems Integrators Technologists at Large API Developers4/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGBACKGROUNDBackgroundLaunched by the Linux Foundation in collaboration with the GSMA,the CAMARA project is an open-source initiative whose mission is to foster the definition,developme

29、nt,and validation of NaaS APIs.CAMARA has adopted an open-source approach to API definition and reference implementation,using the Apache 2.0 license.This IPR-free spirit is intended to reduce entry barriers for developers,encouraging more use cases which ultimately accelerates industrialisation,and

30、 fosters an open and ever-growing community of frontline industry stakeholders,vendors,Communication Service Providers(CSPs),hyperscalers,solution integrators,and customers.GSMA Open Gateway and CAMARA have gained significant momentum since their founding in 2022 and 2021,respectively.The ecosystem

31、has transformed with key players contributing to the focus and growth of the initiative.Mobile Network Operators,developers,and channel partners are collaborating to unlock the power of the network,delivering benefits to the entire ecosystem.3.0As a framework for common network APIs,GSMA Open Gatewa

32、y2 is paving the way for operators and Network Service Providers to expose and monetise telco capabilities to third-party service providers by transforming mobile networks into programmable Network as a Service(NaaS)platforms,enabling the integration of the network with applications,with frictionles

33、s interactions between them.2 GSMA Open Gateway,https:/ APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGBACKGROUNDIn several geographic regions,Mobile Network Operators have proven or begun demonstrating the value of these APIs through commercial launches and proof-of-concepts with Application Service Providers(ASPs),partner

34、ship announcements,and commercialisation efforts.The industry is pioneering applicable use cases across various sectors,uncovering new value for businesses.This innovation is taking place in disconnected pockets around the globe,creating a need to bring the ecosystem together to continue to advance.

35、It is critical to invest in raising awareness to all industries,for companies of all sizes and for various stakeholders to extend the breadth of usability.This whitepaper aims to engage and prepare the manufacturing industry on how network APIs can transform applications across their business functi

36、ons.It is critical to invest in raising awareness to all industries,for companies of all sizes and for various stakeholders to extend the breadth of usability6/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGNETWORK API DOMAINS AND OPPORTUNITIESNetwork API Domains and Opportunities4.1 Network API Domains and TypesT

37、here are a variety of mobile wireless network solution deployment options,including public,private,mobile-private,and neutral-host networks.These can be operated by Mobile network operators(MNOs),resellers(MVNOs),Network Service Providers or other organisations.In the context of manufacturing,the re

38、levant types of mobile networks are likely to be private,neutral-host,and possibly mobile-private.For a comprehensive list of potential Non-public Network(NPN)configurations and their development within the 3GPP,please refer to GSMAs Private 5G Industrial Network for further insights.3Hundreds,if no

39、t more APIs are available for network solution providers to adopt and support a wide range of functionalities.This section reviews the types and domains of these APIs to provide context for Section 5,which explores the demand for network APIs from the manufacturing communities.4.0This section starts

40、 with a review of mobile network types and network domains and API types.3 Private 5G Industrial Networks An analysis of Use Cases and Deployment,https:/ APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGNETWORK TYPECHARACTERISTICSPLMNPublic Land Mobile Network,a wireless communication network,designed for use by mobile consum

41、ers and typically offered by a specific operator in a specific country.PCNPrivate Cellular Network,sometimes called Dedicated or On-Site Network,is a dedicated mobile network(4G or 5G today)that provides dedicated coverage for a specific geographic area,organization,or use case.MPNMobile Private Net

42、work,a type of mobile network that leverages the coverage of public mobile networks but provides a secure data connection for enterprises or organisations.It can be a slice of Public Land Mobile Network(PLMN).NHNNeutral Host Network,a shared and collaborative radio network by more than one provider.

43、Sharing can take the form of Multi-Operator Core Network(MOCN)or Multiple Operator Radio Access Network(MORAN),depending which domain(s)of a network is shared.Types of Mobile NetworksNETWORK API DOMAINS AND OPPORTUNITIES8/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURING4.1.1 Network API DomainsBeing an end-to-end c

44、ommunication system,4G or 5G mobile networks can be roughly divided into three main domains,namely radio access network(RAN),core network,packet data network(PDN),and in recent years,multi-access edge compute(MEC).Quality of Service(QoS)flows and network slices traverse several domains to provide th

45、e desired SLAs and isolation.Figure 1 Network domains and flows.NETWORK API DOMAINS AND OPPORTUNITIESCorePDN EdgeRANUEgNBUPFPDNAppAppAppAppQoS flowQoS flowQoS flowMECDefault Slice (MBB/eMBB)QoS flowQoS flowSlice9/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGMobile networks employ a multitude of APIs for configur

46、ing,monitoring,and controlling their operations.Some APIs can be clearly categorised as device,RAN,core network,etc.,but frequently they involve multiple parts of the end-to-end connection,e.g.,network slicing.Today,APIs are also available for certain Over-The-Top(OTT)and edge computing services.API

47、 DOMAINAPI EXAMPLESDevice:User Equipment(UE)device-specific APIs from the network side Device management(IDs,verification,authentication)Device status Device location(tracking,geofencing,etc.)Device diagnostics Connectivity managementRAN:APIs for the radio access network RAN performance KPIs Discont

48、inuous Reception,of a UE(DRX)Core Network:information and control on the core network Event monitoring Core network resource control Network analytics Charging APIsUE-RAN-Core:from UE to the core network Voice call-related APIs Session QoS control PDN connection statusUE-RAN-Core-PDN:from UE to pack

49、et data network Network slicing APIsOTT:APIs related to over-the-top services WebRTC routing setup Group messagingEdge:APIs related to edge computing Edge computing resource discovery Edge computing service profileTypes of Mobile NetworksNETWORK API DOMAINS AND OPPORTUNITIES10/26NETWORK APIS FOR MAN

50、UFACTURING4.1.2 Network API TypesNetwork APIs can be divided into two types,information and control.The first type only retrieves information about the network or devices and does not alter how the network or device operates,therefore deemed relatively low-risk to the network.The control type,howeve

51、r,does change the operation of the network or the devices,and extra care must be taken to safeguard the network and avoid unintended consequences.API TYPECHARACTERISTICSInformationThe type of APIs that only retrieve information from the network and present lower risk to the networks operation and se

52、rvicesControlThe type of APIs that change the configuration or operation of the network and devices and present a higher risk to the network and servicesTypes of Mobile NetworksNETWORK API DOMAINS AND OPPORTUNITIES11/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGManufacturing Use Cases5.1 Network API Use Case Exa

53、mples in ManufacturingFor each use case in the table below,the perspectives from both the manufacturing customers and the network owners or operators are discussed.Please note that the proposed changes to the current API Types aim to provide additional information beyond what is currently available

54、to support the use cases identified.5.0With the focus on the manufacturing vertical,from our initial workshop and subsequent efforts,we have identified and documented four initial use cases,which will be prioritised via the Open Gateway project.We understand that future demands may introduce additio

55、nal features that can be supported by network APIs.The GSMA Connected Manufacturing and Production community is actively looking and open to feedback and will act as a bridge for the Manufacturing and Industrial sectors requirements to the Open Gateway project.Potential industrial and manufacturing

56、customers can discover the relevant network APIs through their communication service providers,system integrators,and/or application developers when they become supported by MNO or Service provider.MANUFACTURING USE CASES12/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURING5.2 Service:Application Credential Managemen

57、tWhen a visitor,be it a person,an equipment,or a vessel,enters a manufacturing or service area,they may need to access some of the services and APIs offered by the local network in that area,in addition to connectivity.This is not satisfied by traditional roaming over public networks in which the vi

58、sited network simply provides wireless connectivity,and the services are typically provided by the home network.A visiting device must be authenticated and activated on a local mobile network(private or public)quickly so that services such as asset tracking,geofencing,QoD,etc.can be provided to that

59、 device.This credential management API provides the customer an easy and possibly automated way of getting a device provisioned and activated on a network,thereby granting access to the services provided by the network.USE CASEAPPLICATION CREDENTIAL MANAGEMENTPotentialCustomers Ports Airports Priori

60、tisation for remote captain steering ship when arriving into a port Factories and their visitors Manufacturers that have multiple sites using different private networks Flights arriving at airports to offload data Aircraft OEMCustomer Pain Points Marine pilots need to board incoming vessels to guide

61、 it in the harbour,impacting time,safety,cost,and space Employee or equipment traveling to multiple work locations with different networks and needing local information and services IoT smart tools not capable of supporting SIM lifecycle management Access to application is restricted from traditiona

62、l roaming Only unprioritised access is available Network/application provider unable to deliver additional use cases to roaming devices Each vehicle,vessel,or aircraft may have too many networks to register to have service agreementsValue Generation and High-Level Description of APIMANUFACTURING USE

63、 CASESCATEGORYAPI TYPEUSE CASEServiceControlApplication credential managementServiceInformationAsset trackingPerformanceControlQuality on Demand(QoD)PerformanceControlNetwork resource booking13/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGUSE CASEAPPLICATION CREDENTIAL MANAGEMENTAPI Short DescriptionThis API all

64、ows the requester to obtain a credential for a device to access to a private or public network and more advanced servicesApplicable Network APIsA new API is needed for device credential and/or SIM lifecycle managementAPI Type(s)REST(POST/GET)Adjustments RequiredApplication credential management API

65、is of the control type,and it changes the behaviour of the network and the services.For security reasons,a separate APN/DNN and application server may be needed for visiting devices.Input Parameters Device/vehicle/vessel/aircraft owner Device ID(ICCID for SIM,eSIM,and iSIM)for private or public netw

66、ork Optional:IMEI Requested area identifier(port/airport/other)Device/UE capabilities(radio:bands,bandwidths UL/DL,MIMO,baseband parameters,SA/NSA,max throughput,etc.)Requested time windowOutput Parameters Credentials(optionally with service capabilities-IP address,URL of default endpoint(s)DNN/APN)

67、Granted time window5.3 Service:Asset TrackingGiven the diverse layouts,sizes,and environmental conditions ranging from indoor to outdoor sites of production and industrial manufacturing facilities,its crucial to be able to locate and identify assets accurately.This capability also needs to be scalab

68、le to accommodate future growth.Industrial and service customers frequently need to locate their assets,tools,materials,and products.While a User Equipment(UE)may potentially have the ability to find its own location,such as a smartphone using GPS outdoors,both 4G and 5G networks have the ability to

69、 locate the UE to a certain precision using fingerprints,proximity,and triangulation/trilateration principles.The combination of both positioning techniques ensures better device reach and lowers the risk of fraud.A UE can be located from the network based on a variety of information and measurement

70、s from the cell radios,such as cell ID,Downlink angle of departure(DL-AoD),Uplink angle of arrival(UL-AoA),Observed time difference of arrival(OTDoA),Uplink time difference of arrival(UL-TDoA),and Round-trip time(RTT),etc.that can work both indoors and outdoors.The Location Management Function(LMF)i

71、n 5G networks is responsible for computing the position of UE based on positioning measurements and assistance information.Additionally,zoning and access restrictions ensure that only authorised personnel can access specific areas within a facility,enhancing security and compliance with safety regul

72、ations.Geofencing creates a virtual perimeter around a geographic area,improving the accuracy of alerts and reducing alert fatigue.By integrating zoning,access restrictions,and geofencing with 4G and 5G networks,companies can achieve precise location tracking and enhance overall security and operati

73、onal efficiency.The Asset Tracking API provides the customers the location information from the network.MANUFACTURING USE CASES14/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGUSE CASEASSET TRACKINGPotentialCustomers Manufacturers using smart tools Regulators for manufacturing of explosive products Warehouse mana

74、gement needing to know the movement of people Logistics Healthcare providers MRO(maintenance,repair,and overhaul)suppliers Taxi service providers Autonomous vehicles operatorsCustomer Pain Points High cost of assets-“I need to locate my tools”Need for identifying the locations of hazardous products

75、Inability to locate product or tools(Loss of production,increased risk and production time)Value for the Customers Cost saving Reduced risk Being able to locate an asset while it is offline(“last known location”)Device location that is critical to efficient production(increased productivity)API Shor

76、t DescriptionProcess automation needs to know the location of a configurable item,on public or private networks to a high accuracy.The manufacturer will use this API to query the network to obtain the Configuration Items(CI)spatial parameters.The current Location Retrieval API is accurate to a max o

77、f 800 meters and down to 10s of meters,where in manufacturing the typical need is 10m or better,with some being in the centimetre range.Applicable Network APIsLocation retrieval(existing network location API),to be augmented with height and additional information on orientation and movement.API Type

78、(s)1.REST(POST/GET)2.Pub/Sub Both need to be multi-ID capableAdjustments RequiredNew output fields to be added:1.Orientation2.Direction of travel(if moving)3.Speed of travel(if moving)4.Acceleration(positive or negative or zero)5.Time stamp of the response6.Level of accuracy/confidence7.ICCID of ite

79、m being requested(this should match the query ID)Asset tracking API is of the information type,and it does not change the behaviour of the network.Value Generation and High-Level Description of APIMANUFACTURING USE CASES15/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGUSE CASEASSET TRACKINGInput ParametersFor the

80、 two types of API suggested,1.REST POST/GET:Provide an ICCID,or a list of ICCIDs,that the network knows2.PUB/SUB:Provide an ICCID,or a list of ICCIDs,that the network knows,and an update frequency requiredOutput Parameters Location in 3D(x,y,z)-Required Time stamp-Required Level of accuracy/confiden

81、ce-Required ICCID Required Orientation(pitch,tilt,azimuth)-Optional Direction(vector)-Optional Speed-Optional Acceleration-OptionalNotes The customer needs to be able to make a call with a request for a list of ICCIDs that would accordingly return a list of outputs.This is important for managing con

82、stellations of drones or Advanced Vertical Robotics(AVRs).ICCID is linked to the IMSI and possibly IMEI by the network operator,but both IMSI(eSIM update by operator)and IMEI(device)can change over time.How an ICCID is linked to the customer Configuration Item(CI)ID-could be part of the provisioning

83、/deprovisioning process,or the sole responsibility of the customer.From the Configuration Management Database(CMDB)point of view,each CI has its properties with attributes.This is a user responsibility rather than a network responsibility.MANUFACTURING USE CASES16/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURING5.4

84、 Performance:Quality on DemandQuality on Demand(QoD)allows the user,in an ad hoc manner,to request a network service of a defined QoS level,typically specified by service type(Non-Guaranteed Bit Rate(nGBR),GBR,delay-critical GBR),priority level,minimum uplink and downlink data rates,packet delay bud

85、get,packet error rate upper bound,data burst volume,and averaging window,etc.Here we look at it from the manufacturing customers perspective,especially in the context of private networks.Since the QoD API has been under development by CAMARA4 since 2021 and is offered by several operators,either com

86、mercially or for developers,we will skip the specifics of the API here.USE CASEQUALITY ON DEMAND(QOD)PotentialCustomersManufacturing and logistics verticals Manufacturing,oil&gas,OT managers Warehouses Venue operators Drone operators Airports Automotive manufacturers and operators Public transport o

87、perators HospitalsCustomer Pain Points Getting differentiated service SLAs for different applications(e.g.,computer vision and video surveillance require high uplink speeds)The desired network slice is not available on the private or NHN network The device is not capable of end-to-end network slicin

88、g The network is not capable of end-to-end network slicingValue for the Customers A level of guarantee that a specific application would work satisfactorily Supporting multiple applications on the same network Realising the benefits of private networks Efficient and optimised use of radio/network re

89、sourcesApplicable Network APIsQoD API has been under development by CAMARA for requesting a desired QoS level.Value Generation and High-Level Description of API4 CAMARA project QoD API.https:/ USE CASES17/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURING5.5 Performance:Network Resource BookingNetwork resource bookin

90、g is a relative long-term reservation of resources ahead of anticipated utilisation period.This is in contrast to dynamic on-demand allocation of network resources.Network Resource Booking has started development recently in the“Dedicated Networks”and the“Network Slice Booking”CAMARA repositories.US

91、E CASENETWORK RESOURCE BOOKINGPotentialCustomers Event planners Sports venues Operators of drones over flight corridors Enterprise OT/IT managers Manufacturing,oil&gas,and other vertical industries Airport,automotive and/or public transport operators HospitalsCustomer Pain Points Different applicati

92、ons require different SLAs(QA video,AGV,AMR,voice,PTT/PTX,etc.)Challenges in managing compliance(confidentiality,security,SLAs)Only fixed service levels are available Resources are blocked even when unused Only best-effort service is available,not being able to meet the demands Suffering from conges

93、tion Permanent network slicing may not be cost effective for some casesValue for the Customers Better utilisation of network assets by SLA provisioning Network service differentiation for different applications Improved cost-benefit over adding network resources Improved service level and mission cr

94、iticality Shortened deployment time for new applications Access to customised services as per SLA Access to QoD services Paying for service only when needed Efficiency in SLA maintenanceValue Generation and High-Level Description of APIMANUFACTURING USE CASES18/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGUSE CA

95、SENETWORK RESOURCE BOOKINGAPI Short DescriptionA new Network Resource Booking API is used to reserve a set of network and radio resources for a specific application for a group of devices.Executed in the Operations Support System(OSS)/Business Support System(BSS),the network resources reserved are p

96、ersistent over a certain period of time,in contrast to the QoD API,which is short-term,on-demand,for a single device and takes immediate effect.A new Device Connect API allows the designated devices to use the network resources after their booking.Applicable Network APIsA new Network Resource Bookin

97、g API for reserving network resources and radio capacity for a group of devices.A new Device Connect API allows the devices to use the network resources.API Type(s)REST(POST/GET)Multi-ID capableAdjustments RequiredSLA(5QI5 value and additional requirements).For non-standard SLA,specify radio resourc

98、es in resource block(RB),backhaul bandwidth,etc.Number of devices or application instances to be supportedLocationsStart timeTime durationRequest name or IDOutput Parameters Request name or ID Confirmation or error information(error in request,insufficient resources,too many devices or instances,etc

99、.)Outputs from the new Device Connect APINotes The customer needs to be able to make a call with a request for a list of ICCIDs that would accordingly return a list of outputs.This is important for managing constellations of drones or Advanced Vertical Robotics(AVRs).MANUFACTURING USE CASES5 5QI is

100、a parameter that defines the level of QoS for different services in 5G networks.19/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGConclusion and Next StepsNetwork APIs are expected to grow to a$35B market for Mobile Network Operators in the next five to seven years.GSMA Open Gateway and the CAMARA Project have gai

101、ned significant momentum since their founding in 2022 and 2021,respectively.This paper documents an initial exploration of how Network APIs can create value and new capabilities for manufacturers.6.0In the last two years,Mobile Network Operators,developers,and channel partners have been ramping up t

102、heir effort to unlock the power of the network,demonstrating and delivering benefits to the entire ecosystem.Standardisation,interoperability,security,and scalability are all essential to the adoption,development,and their applications of network APIs,and continuous efforts from all parties to the e

103、cosystem will be required.This paper aims to highlight the opportunities for exposing network features and services to the manufacturing sector via Network APIs,benefiting the entire ecosystem,including developers,service providers,and enterprises,and encouraging further exploration and innovation f

104、or the industry.CONCLUSION AND NEXT STEPS20/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGCONCLUSION AND NEXT STEPSDrawing from the GSMA Network APIs for Manufacturing and Aviation workshop in March 2024,this white paper elaborates on four initial technical use cases of network API for manufacturing in device pro

105、visioning,location service,and connectivity performance,from the perspectives of both the customers and the network operators.In each of the four use cases described,existing network APIs have already been defined but a closer review indicates that the Network APIs for application credential managem

106、ent,asset tracking,and network resource booking use cases need to be extended or combined in order to satisfy the needs of manufacturing customers.While this paper is intended to start the discussion on the role of network APIs for manufacturing,we recognise that there is more to be done to develop

107、the opportunity.The paper covers just four use cases from a long list identified in the March 2024 workshop,it does not touch on any business processes,assess commercial or legal considerations(for accessing data for example),investigate private network integration considerations or attempt to quant

108、ify the value of the network API in each scenario.The following next steps are recommended:The white paper is reviewed by the Open Gateway project members to assess the use case to identify potential API development opportunities.The Connected Manufacturing and Production community prepare a second

109、paper that considers Business and commercial process considerations Network APIs in 5G private network infrastructures Value generation through existing API deployment examples in manufacturing or adjacent industries Additional use cases and/or deployed case studiesAny organisation wishing to partic

110、ipate in the discussion about network APIs for manufacturing or contribute to the next white paper,please contact .21/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGACRONYMS AND TERMINOLOGYAcronyms and Terminology7.0ABBREVIATION/TERMINOLOGYDEFINITION5GC5G Core(network)5QI5G QoS Identifier.5G-equivalent of QCIAGVAu

111、tomated guided vehicleAMRAutonomous Mobile RobotsAoA Angle-of-Arrival.The direction of reception AoDAngle-of-Departure.The direction of transmissionAPNAccess Point Name,the gateway between an LTE network and another networkASPApplication Service Provider.Providers of application software,generally t

112、hrough the web,providing software as a serviceAVRAdvanced Vertical RoboticsBSSBusiness Support System,for order capture,customer relationship management,telecommunications billingCAMARAInitiated in 2021,CAMARA is a Linux Foundation open-source project that defines,develops,and tests APIs for telco n

113、etworksCIConfiguration Item:item or aggregation of hardware,software,or both,that is designated for configuration management and treated as a single entity in the configuration management processCMDBConfiguration Management Database:a database used by an organisation to store information about hardw

114、are and software assets(CIs)CSPCommunication Service ProviderDLDownlink.The direction from the cell toward the UEDNNData Network Name,5G counterpart of APN that identifies the data network for a network slice22/26NETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGACRONYMS AND TERMINOLOGYABBREVIATION/TERMINOLOGYDEFINITIO

115、NeSIMEmbedded SIM.A SIM chip that is directly soldered onto the UE hardwaregNB(5G)G-Node B.5G cell radiosGBRGuaranteed Bit RateICCIDIntegrated Circuit Card ID:a unique 1822-bit identification of a SIM cardIMEIInternational Mobile Equipment Identity,is a numeric identifier,usually unique,for mobile p

116、hone,as well as some satellite phone devicesIMSIInternational Mobile Subscriber Identity is a number that uniquely identifies every user of a cellular network.IMSI has implications in identification/authentication and roamingIIoTIndustrial IoTIoTInternet-of-ThingsiSIMIntegrated SIM.SIM card function

117、ality built into the secure enclave of a processorKPIKey Performance IndicatorLMF(5G)Location Management FunctionMECMobile/Multi-access Edge ComputingMIMOMultiple-Input Multiple Output.Antenna array for diversity and/or spatial multiplexingMPNMobile Private NetworkMNOMobile Network OperatorMVNOMobil

118、e Virtual Network OperatorMOCNMulti-Operator Core NetworkMORANMultiple Operator Radio Access NetworkMROMaintenance,Repair,and OverhaulNaaSNetwork-as-a-Service.A service model that allows customers to operate their own networks without maintaining the network infrastructureNPNNon-Public Network23/26N

119、ETWORK APIS FOR MANUFACTURINGACRONYMS AND TERMINOLOGYABBREVIATION/TERMINOLOGYDEFINITIONNSANon-Standalone.A version of 5G transitioning from 4GOSSOperations Support System,for order management,network inventory management,network operationsOTTOver-the-Top.Application(s)over the IP network provided by

120、 mobile networksPCNPrivate Cellular NetworkPDNPacket Data NetworkPLMNPublic Land Mobile NetworkPTTPush to TalkPTX Push to XQCIQoS Class Identifier.A 4G identifier defining the quality of packet communication serviceQoDQuality on DemandQoSQuality of Service.A description of the overall performance of

121、 a communication service,typically characterised by bit rates,priority level,delay budget,packet error rate,jitter,etc.RANRadio Access Network.Includes cell site network and UEsRTTRound-Trip TimeSAStandalone.5G mobile network on its ownSIMSubscriber Identity Module.An IC(Integrated Circuit)for stori

122、ng IMSI and related keys securelySLAService Level AgreementTDoATime Difference of ArrivalUEUser Equipment.The user-end device of the mobile networkULUplink.The direction from the UE toward the cellUPFUser Plane Function.The fundamental component in the 5G core that handles data-plane trafficURSPUser

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