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SummaNetworks

PCRF/PCF
Voice PCRF for VoLTE/VoWiFi
Full PCRF for data and quota
management

Pioneering Smart Connectivity


for a Connected World
Policy management and • VoLTE calls made without the need for any
control made easy provisioning
• Filter calls by location
As defined by industry standards, Policy and Charging • Filter calls by IMEI
Rules Function (PCRF) is the software node designated in • Apply roaming rules
real-time to determine policy rules in a multimedia network • Filter calls by device model
supporting the creation of rules and then automatically
making policy decisions for each subscriber active on the • Apply rules based on the time of the day or
network. Such a network might offer multiple services, days of the week (happy hour)
quality of service (QoS) levels, and charging rules. PCRF • IMS applies rules based on the media type of
can provide a network agnostic solution (wireline and the session
wireless) and can also enable multi-dimensional approach • Filter emergency traffic
which helps in creating a lucrative and innovative platform
• Filter by charging characteristics
for operators. PCRF can also be integrated with different
platforms like billing, rating, charging, and subscriber
database or can also be deployed as a standalone entity.
Full PCRF Use Cases:
Summa Networks has developed a fully-fledged PCRF
PCRF plays a key role in VoLTE as a mediator of network
affordable for any kind of communication provider. It can
resources for the IP Multimedia Systems network for
adapt to any number of subscribers or traffic patterns, from
establishing the calls and allocating the requested
a few thousand to scaling up to the millions, allowed by its
bandwidth to the call bearer with configured attributes. This
design to run on virtualized environments as well as
enables an operator to offer differentiated voice services to
cloud-native systems.
their user(s). Operators also have an opportunity to use
PCRF for prioritizing the calls to emergency numbers in the
next-gen networks. • Provision and Management of Plans
• Provision and Management of Subscribers
Summa Networks has implemented a Policy management
and control function with a word in mind: simplicity. • Plan Subscription for Subscribers
• Bill Cycle Management
Cumbersome solutions with complicated design rules, • Quota Management
clanky web interfaces have been the norm in the PCRF
space for years. Therefore we have decided to create a • Categories per user
simple yet complete PCRF suite of solutions including:

• Voice PCRF for VoLTE, VoWiFi and basic data capabilities. Unified Policy control:
• Full PCRF for data policy and control functionalities. Summa Networks PCRF is as well a PCF for 5G allowing to
extend the rules and policies to subscribers in 5G SA
• Transparent extension to 5G PCF. networks as well as to those interworking between
technologies (4G /5G) during the networks transition to
Besides, our PCRF can work as a standalone solution or in 5G SA
conjunction with our converged 3G-4G-5G HLR/HSS,
UDR/UDM, in a bundled solution which brings benefits from
both operational and TCO perspectives.
Key Features
Finally, our solution can work as a converged policy center
for both 4G and 5G simplifying the transition into
standalone 5G networks of the future. Manage your 5G PCF:
different bearers from a single policy product!
• It communicates with the SMF and the AF

Non-functional:
Adapted to multiple use cases
• Web based dashboard for operational
Voice PCRF Use Cases: functions
Summa Networks has developed a voice version of PCRF • Alarms, CDRs, EDR, KPIs, and logs are
to act as the perfect companion of an HSS-IMS for VoLTE generated for customers use
and VoWiFi deployments. It allows carriers to go
• Live session parameters query
VoLTE/VoWiFi easily controlling the investment and
deployment complexity, paving the way as well for VoNR. • Multi-tenancy
• Integrated Subscriber Profile Repository
• Web based policy editor
• REST API for provisioning of profiles and
usage plans
Unique benefits
Product flexibility: Choose a PCRF flavour according to your needs. Voice PCRF for VoLTE/VoWiFi only or a fully
fledged PCRF extended to Data Policy, Quota management and the rest of functionalities. And add a 5G PCF at
your convenience.

Built on cloud native architecture but allowing flexible deployment models: Built on cloud-native principles from
scratch, our PCRF can be flexibly deployed into any cloud, including containers on bare metal managed by
Kubernetes, virtual machines (VMs) or any hybrid deployment model.

The Summa Networks promise: Always compliant with latest 3GPP specifications. As in our SDM product, PCRF
will always be updated to 3GPP standards, so you take advantage of the most innovative features without having to
wait.

Comprehensive capabilities: Addresses a wide range of use cases with a comprehensive set of field-proven
capabilities.

Integration: Naturally integrated with our SDM, but ready to be integrated to any other 3GPP compliant element in
the network. GUI and API functions of a service platform to interact with CRM and other systems.

Multi-tenancy: Tenant separation based on IMSI: Either MCC/MNC differs between tenants, MSIN ranges of tenants.
Tenant separation based on User-Profile flag: No tenant-distinct decision prior to reading profile (user profiles of all
tenants are mixedin the profile repository(ies)).

Powerful yet easy handling for simple rule creation and management: Friendly user interface to create rules
without relying on fixed rule table schedules supported by A.R.T rule system. Product includes a flexible and robust
web interface that enables users to configure policy rules and their evaluation criteria based on their unique
business needs. This helps operators create highly contextual and personalised offers that resonate with
subscribers’ digital lifestyles. Features include:
• Easy-to-use GUI to create policy rules with a rich set of policy conditions.
• Manages policy profiles for UE, AM, SM (session and PCC rules).
• Provides a high-performance flexible rule engine for policy evaluation.

Interoperability with 5G
Summa Networks joint combo PCF+PCRF solution naturally implements policy control requirements in 4G as well 5G networks.
It provides a unified platform for configuring and managing policy decisions based on various network parameters, user
subscriptions, and usage to deliver the policies.

The use cases supported are:

• Seamless session continuity for inter-RAT handover. • Session management policy.


• Static as well as dynamic policies. • IMS integration for VoNR and VoLTE.
• Access mobility policy. • 4G, 5G-NSA, 5G-SA deployments.
Sustainability statement
Summa Networks is committed to sustainability from the ground up, it is an energy-efficient company by design.

Telecom industry represents 3% of energy consumption and carbon footprint.


Within that, while the Radio Access Network (RAN) significantly contributes to global energy usage, accounting for approximately 73% of energy
consumption in telecom networks, Mobile Core, where Summa Networks operates with its software, represents only 0.06% of the energy
consumption within the telecom sector.

Nevertheless, when it comes to our energy-efficient software production, we can highlight how we design and develop our solutions in ways
that optimise hardware and energy resource usage. This involves implementing efficient algorithms, optimising code, and responsibly utilising
system resources, all of which reduce the burden on hardware equipment and minimise energy consumption during the execution of our
applications. We could also emphasise that our software development philosophy includes a continuous commitment to improving and
innovating in energy efficiency.

Moreover, we have a clear compromise with the sustainability principles:


We focus on producing software that minimises resource consumption, including CPU, memory, and disk usage, ensuring efficient
operations while reducing environmental impact.
Our commitment to sustainability extends to our operational practices. With no physical office, we prioritise remote work, enabling our
employees to work from home using personal PCs. This not only reduces our carbon footprint but also promotes a healthier work-life
balance. By embracing remote work, we minimise commuting emissions, alleviating traffic congestion and air pollution in our communities.
We use cloud services for our processes, taking advantage of their green policies on our behalf.

Furthermore, Summa Networks partners with responsible suppliers who share our commitment to ethical and environmental standards. Our
internal servers are located in data centres with green certification, and all our code resides in secure cloud systems where we rely on green
initiatives by Hyperscalers. This ensures that our operations align with sustainable practices and contribute to a more sustainable future for all.

In summary, Summa Networks is dedicated to sustainability in every aspect of our operations. From our minimal energy consumption as a
software producer to our remote work policies and responsible supplier selection, sustainability is woven into the fabric of our company. We
believe that by prioritising sustainability, we can make a meaningful contribution to a greener, more sustainable future.

About Summa Networks


Summa Networks is the market specialist in Subscribers, Policy, Identity and Connectivity Management. Our mission is to help carriers of all
sizes and types to navigate their long and complex transition to 5G with a unique suite of Control Plane products that cover 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
NSA and 5G SA in a single system. Summa Networks facilitates a swift transition to 5G while ensuring the business-as-usual helping carriers to
control their TCO with a future-proof technological evolution as a main principle. Interworking is key for the years to come and Summa
Networks is a well recognized player in converged control plane technology.

Our trusted SDM solution, including an HLR, HSS for LTE, HSS for IMS, EIR, ENUM, AAA, PCRF and 5G NSA and as well UDR, UDM, AUSF, PCF
provided in a single piece of software, has a numerous set of features like Multi-IMSI (for 4G-5G), Lawful interception (HSM) and the ability to be
deployed in any kind of environment: bare metal, VMs, Kubernetes or a hybrid environment.

Our solution is suitable for MNOs, MVNOs, MVNE/As as well as segments like IoT, Private Networks and Satellite Communications.

With us, your network is ready to evolve into 5G.

www. summanetworks.com
[email protected]

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