Discover how communications service providers worldwide are converging IP and optical layers to simplify operations, enhance agility, and prepare for 800G networks.

Section 1: Key Findings at a Glance

• 58% of CSPs expect IPoDWDM to become a common architecture model

• 70% standardize on coherent pluggables in metro networks

• Operational simplicity and efficiency are top adoption drivers

• 47% expect TCO savings of 20–39% compared to traditional architectures

• 65% plan major 100ZR deployments for mobile xHaul and broadband aggregation

Section 2: The Next Evolution in Coherent Networking
As coherent pluggables advance from 400G to 800G and beyond, CSPs are rethinking how IP and optical layers interact.
From the metro edge to the core, integrated optical intelligence enables faster scaling, energy efficiency, and streamlined operations.

Ciena’s coherent routing solutions empower this transformation—combining performance, openness, and programmability to deliver network simplicity at scale.

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