IP peering can solve connectivity problems, drive revenue

Eric Loos
03 Sep 2014
00:00

IP services currently in operation in many parts of Asia are slow and cumbersome, relying mainly on submarine cable infrastructure and dominated by a few regional players vying for dominance. This can slow speeds and reduce the reliability and quality of connectivity. In areas with natural climactic or geographic challenges, one denial of service incident can leave an entire region without internet services for days.

Because telecommunications is a major element in everyday life, the impact of it failing is detrimental to the country and the reputation of the operator most exposed to the failure. Customers and businesses simply will not accept denial of service. Where IP peering has been deployed, however, the number of re-routing options available for operators is far greater, allowing them to maintain and improve their services in even the most challenging environments.

IP peering is a modern solution to the reliability problems associated with traditional IP transit. The reliance on long, large pipelines is replaced by the opportunity to re-route through a number of local exchanges using mutual agreements with local operators. By using a range of hubs, operators can bypass their main pipelines in the event of a problem, flexibly access further capacity if required and, as a result, improve the speed and reliability of the service.

The National Telecommunications Commission in the Philippines has acknowledged that IP Peering would greatly enhance connectivity in the country and a campaign has now gathered traction on social media with the public demanding greater connectivity. As public campaigns such as these develop, regulators in countries facing similar challenges should look closely at the advantages IP peering can offer.

The main advantage for operators of using IP exchange hubs for localized and international peering is they can maintain and enhance control of their service by having a greater control of their transit routes.

The shorter paths used through IP hubbing exchanges reduce latency, decrease transport costs and improve the service for the end user. This will drive revenues through increased data usage and improve customer service levels. Operators using peering can also confidently promote the robustness of their network – creating a competitive advantage in their own marketplace.

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