telecom network planning & design

overview

Network planning & design (NPD) is the cornerstones of successful telecom operations. NPD ensures that networks are robust, scalable, and efficient. Network planning is the process of strategically organizing and arranging the operations of a telecom network to ensure smooth and efficient communication and data transfer. This process involves drafting the physical layout of the network, deciding the network topology, and selecting the most appropriate hardware and software, while taking into consideration factors such as location, network size, number of users, and future growth.

Infosys BPM’s holistic NPD solution supports both legacy and next-generation telecom (wireless and wireline) infrastructure (core, distribution, access), empowering communication service providers to stay ahead of the competition.

key highlights

20+ Years of industry experience

350+ Telecom network experts

2000+ Network engineers

industry challenges

Major industry challenges faced by communication service providers in the area of NPD include the following.

High turnaround time for network planning and designing
Inventory issues and reworks
Records mismatch and poor documentation
High cost and construction challenges
Multiple technologies with multiple inventories

our approach

At Infosys BPM, we enforce business transformation by bringing together the right people, streamlined processes, and advanced technology to drive efficiency, innovation, and measurable impact.

People

Network expertise, collaboration, adaptability

Process

Optimization, improved efficiency, standardized procedures, risk assessment

Technology

Digital platforms, AI-enabled automation, integration, data visualization

We follow a structured, collaborative, and digital-first approach that blends industry best practices with client-specific needs to design efficient, scalable, and future-ready solutions. Key highlights of our approach include:

Studying the requirements of the client and enforcing industry best practices
Working on scope exclusions and inclusions with respect to special cases
Mutually agreeing on the design strategies using big bang or phased/layered model
Implementing a digital approach powered by AI

telecom network planning and design offerings

features & benefits of our NPD services

Infosys BPM’s NPD services support the full spectrum of telecom technologies—both wireline and wireless. Our services enable integrated, future-ready network designs. Key features of our NPD services include:

Comprehensive feasibility support

Enhanced inventory record accuracy

Network planning and design precision exceeding 95%

100% document digitization and automation

quantified benefits

Over 95% planning accuracy
Over 95% design quality
Over 99% standardization and centralization
Over 90% network optimization
Improved SLA & KPIs
Real-time inventory upkeep
Reduction of duplicates and non-value-adding activities
Over 99% compliance on legal and regulatory requirements

major client successes

10+ years of FTTx (Fiber to the x) network rollouts and operations for a leading telecom company based in APAC	20+ years of NPD for a leading telecom company in the USA	6+ years of NPD for a leading telecom company in Europe
8.4 million home passes delivered Primary design partner for 2.2 million homes Improved cycle time by over 50% and reduced costs by 40% Won “Supplier of the Year” award for three consecutive years	Delivered over 10K plan and build designs across transport, data IP, and DSL access networks Implemented end-to-end workflow management tool and automation for plan, design and construction Achieved over 70% cost reduction through a 100% right-shored network design factory operating model	End-to-end management of CIO and CTO organizations for IT delivery and network technology services Acted as managing agent for construction partners across network rollout and operations Served as managing agent for the client’s strategic platform and services, driving efficiency, innovation, and a 20% reduction in total cost of ownership Delivered network design to modernize and optimize the cost of FTTP (fiber to the premises) networks Optimized processes and automated field engineering apps, delivering 10-20% operational efficiency improvement