Use Cases are developed which highlight the increasing need for interaction between Network Management and Spectrum Management systems. Neither of these management systems were specifically developed using TM Forum guidelines or standards, however, due to following industry best practices, there are similarities. Although a number of data formats were used, Spectrum Management Allied Data Exchange Format – eXtensible Markup Language (SMADEF- XML) was used where possible. The purpose of the research was to increase the effective bandwidth available to Tactical Communication System in operations.

These Use Cases are provided to inform the Network Management and Spectrum Management Integration Project and are a reflection of current processes constrained by current technical solutions. They can assist in identifying where clearer processes, definition and coherence between Spectrum Management and Network Management are required. In addressing Spectrum Management within Network Management, the need for coherence with other network related elements became apparent, e.g., deployment of waveforms, security and crypto management. It also pointed to the conclusion, that while elements of Spectrum Management are contained within Network Management, Spectrum is a resource which needs to be managed at the Enterprise Level. The objects of each Use Case will assist readers to understand the benefits of Dynamic Spectrum Management.

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