Routed Optical Networking is a new network paradigm that merges IP and private line services onto a single layer, allowing all switching to occur at Layer 3. This approach simplifies network operations and enhances operational efficiencies by integrating open data models and standard APIs, enabling service providers to focus on automation and streamline lifecycle operations.

The adoption of Routed Optical Networking can be characterized by three main phases: 1) Integrating 400G DCO transponders to achieve cost savings and lifecycle management; 2) Integrating OTN services to converge all services onto a single IP SDN transport network, eliminating the need for a dedicated OTN layer; and 3) Digitalizing ROADMs to create a fully converged IP and optical architecture, optimizing CapEx and reducing OpEx.

Crosswork Automation enhances network management by providing a unified view of IP and optical networks through a hierarchical controller. It simplifies operations by automating service rollouts, optimizing CapEx and OpEx, and enabling faster time to market. The solution also supports existing brownfield networks, allowing for seamless transitions and improved operational efficiency.