Cloud-Native Transformation Principles and Practices

This guide outlines the principles and practices of cloud-native transformation in the context of the 5G Core network. It describes the significance of adopting a cloud-native approach in the telecommunications industry, emphasizing the need for both network functions and operations to evolve. The document identifies four main aspects of cloud-native design: application design and development, processes and ways of working, management and orchestration, and technology and infrastructure. Each aspect is interrelated and must be considered collectively to achieve the intended benefits of cloud-native transformation. The guide details design principles for cloud-native applications, including the importance of agnosticity, decomposed software, application resiliency, and state-optimized design. It also discusses the necessity for automation and orchestration within cloud-native applications to enhance operational efficiency. The document serves as a comprehensive resource for service providers looking to implement cloud-native methodologies effectively.