Telecommunications Network Modelling, Planning and Design

Telecommunications Network Modelling, Planning and Design addresses sophisticated modelling techniques from the perspective of the communications industry and covers some of the major issues facing telecommunications network engineers and managers today. Topics covered include network planning for transmission systems, modelling of SDH transport network structures and telecommunications network design and performance modelling, as well as network costs, ROI modelling and QoS in 3G networks. This practical book will prove a valuable resource to network engineers and managers working in today's competitive telecommunications environment.

Sharon Evans has 20 years experience with BT holding a variety of roles. During the 1980s she worked on the development of the Recorded Information Distribution Equipment platform, before becoming involved with project, programme and business management. During the 1990s Sharon took up a position in a network security design team and later joined BTexact's business modelling team where her focus is now primarily financial. Sharon prepares business cases, conducts financial analysis and undertakes market research.