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CNTL: COMPOSABLE NETWORK TEST LABS

SOLUTION OVERVIEW

CNTL (Composable Network Test Labs), also referred to as "Control," offers a transformative approach to network testing environments by leveraging composable infrastructure principles. Our solution empowers users to compose on-demand, dynamic testing environments with secure remote access. Through intelligent infrastructure automation, CNTL streamlines traditional testing processes, enabling network professionals to construct, modify, and deconstruct test environments with exceptional speed.

SOLUTION OVERVIEW

CNTL (Composable Network Test Labs), also referred to as "Control," offers a transformative approach to network testing environments by leveraging composable infrastructure principles. Our solution empowers users to compose on-demand, dynamic testing environments with secure remote access. Through intelligent infrastructure automation, CNTL streamlines traditional testing processes, enabling network professionals to construct, modify, and deconstruct test environments with exceptional speed.

BUILD TEST ENVIRONMENTS AT THE SPEED OF NEED

Composability lies at the heart of CNTL. Easily assemble and reconfigure networks, devices, and services to match your exact testing requirements. No more waiting for resources or manual setup test faster and iterate.

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TRANSFORM NETWORK TESTING BOTTLENECKS INTO BREAKTHROUGHS

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CONNECT


CHALLENGES:

  • Manual, time-consuming test bed setup
  • Limited infrastructure visibility and control

SOLUTION:

  • Compose automated switching fabrics
  • Remotely visualize and access secured lab infrastructure



BENEFIT:

  • Faster test setup and teardown times
  • Improved operational efficiency and troubleshooting

MANAGE (LaaS)


CHALLENGES:

  • Inefficient use of lab resources
  • Complex development and test environment creation


SOLUTION:

  • Compose and share a centralized resource pool of abstracted resources
  • Web-based, self service portal for creating and orchestrating environments

BENEFIT:

  • Increased resource utilization and reduced costs
  • Easily create and instantly deploy development and test environments

AUTOMATE


CHALLENGES:

  • Error-prone manual test execution
  • Difficulty integrating infrastructure with test code


SOLUTION:

  • Integrated development environment (IDE) for test automation
  • Infrastructure as code (IaC) capabilities


BENEFIT:

  • Improved test accuracy, repeatability and troubleshooting
  • Streamlined development, execution and results management


FLEXIBLE SOLUTION OPTIONS TAILORED TO QUICKLY START, SCALE AND SIMPLIFY

CNTL revolutionizes network test labs with a modular, three-tiered approach designed to meet your evolving lab and testing needs, whether you're a Network Equipment Manufacturer focused on speed of innovation or a Service Provider striving for rapid validation of vendor quality and performance claims. APNT recognizes every lab and test environment is different from budget, technology maturity, and staffing. Our flexible options enable you to start quickly with minimal upfront costs and training. As your lab scales, easily add more capabilities for centralized management, workload and workflow automation, and multifunctional workstreams. Simplify complex testing workflows with powerful automation features, accelerating your time to market.

CNTL CONNECT

Control dynamic connections with a switching architecture
Design lab infrastructure topologies with ease.
Discover and import existing lab inventory

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CNTL Connect harnesses the power of composable infrastructure, putting lab operators in control to rapidly establish dynamic connections and eliminate resource bottlenecks.

CNTL MANAGE

Web-based, self-service user for simplified management
Rapidly provision complex test environments with visual tools
Monitor lab resource capacity and utilization in real-time

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CNTL Manage delivers centralized control and real-time insights, empowering streamlined operations and composable infrastructure for optimal resource use.

CNTL AUTOMATE

Compose and execute test campaigns with python-base IDE
Analyze test results and pinpoint failures for rapid troubleshooting.
Integrate with CI/CD pipelines for a controlled DevOps environment.

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CNTL Automate puts you in control of your testing workflows, unlocking maximum efficiency by automating complex test sequences within a composable lab infrastructure.

TAKE CONTROL, ACHIEVE RESULTS WITH APNT’S CNTL EXPERTS

Simplify the path to a modern, optimized network test lab with APNT's expert services designed to support your CNTL solution. We tailor solutions to your unique needs, ensuring rapid deployment for fast time-to-value. Our ongoing management maximizes efficiency and offloads routine lab tasks. Let our expertise unlock the full power of your CNTL investment, freeing your team to focus on innovation.

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VOORDELEN

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PRESTATIEBEOORDELING
analyseert snelheid en betrouwbaarheid, essentieel voor een soepele netwerk ervaring.
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BETROUWBAARHEID
vindt en herstelt netwerkproblemen, zorgt voor stabiele verbindingen.
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BEVEILIGING
detecteert beveiligingsrisico's, beschermt gegevens en netwerk integriteit.
problem-solving
PROBLEEMOPLOSSING
spoort snel netwerkfouten op, minimaliseert onderbrekingen.
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CAPACITEITSBEHEER
helpt bij het efficiënt plannen van netwerkcapaciteit, voorkomt overbelasting.
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STRATEGIC GUIDANCE

We lead or guide an CNTL strategy for your lab.

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SEAMLESS DEPLOYMENT

We ensure seamless CNTL deployment.

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ONGOING SUPPORT

We are your partner committed to CNTL outcomes.

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