On cost of the uniformity in FTTH network design

The research aims in estimating the impact of various levels of administratively imposed structural regularities and equipment uniformities on FTTH network designs. We enhance our FTTH network optimization platform with algorithms that allow imposing additional constraints on the returned solutions. We use the platform to compare, in terms of CAPEX, obtained FTTH network designs. Additionally, we use available methods to minimize CAPEX generated during network deployment, which is only possible when adequate levels of flexibility of designs are held. The research is intended to show advantages and drawbacks related to imposing administrative constraints on flexibility of FTTH network designs.