DataMon

DataMon description

A different approach towards effective network monitoring. DataMon offers mobile operators visibility on the performance of its data network and services.
DataMon is a data monitoring solution for the Gn and Gp interface. All control plane traffic for all data users is captured and processed in real-time 24x7.
DataMon focuses on detecting operational performance problems in your network, in real-time. It provides you with relevant information to detect root causes of problems and to resolve those problems efficiently. Problems can be reported atdifferent levels, such as individual APN, SGSN, GGSN, mobile subscriber, phone or data card type, roaming partner (inbound & outtbound) and possibly also cell or radio technology.
DataMon offers functionality for different teams including packet-switched core network operations & engineering, customer service, network management/operations centre, product/service management, network quality, etc. A common source of information for all your teams, presented in an easy-to-use user interface increases the effectiveness of your teams significantly.
DataMon is a very cost-effective solution that can be deployed quickly. It combines ease-of-use with real-time performance and effectiveness.

Features 

• Control plane analysis
• Dashboard (signalling)
• User plane filters 
• SNMP Alarms
• Roaming
• DNS analysis
• User management

DataMon benefits

Intuitive and easy to use: different teams will find the information they need, presented in a way that requires not extra tools or technical training.
Quick and easy deployment: a DataMon solution can be deployed and made operational in a few days.
Cost-effective: the total cost of ownership of DataMon is a fraction of other tools.
Focus: DataMon has a limited but focused set of features. All features are based on proven needs in live network environments.
Real-time: DataMon has a strong real-time aspect demanded by customer service and operational teams.

System architecture

DataMon probes are typically deployed at the GGSN side of the Gn-interface. The DataMon probes can also be connected to the Gp-interface to capture all your roaming traffic (both inbound and outbound).
DataMon probes capture and process data in real-time but also contain the necessary databases and run the different DataMon applications. This distributed architecture reduces the need for extra servers and facilitates deployment. A DataMon system can be up and running in a few days.
Thanks to its distributed, peer-to-peer architecture a DataMon system can be easily scaled, new GGSN sites can be added with minimal effort, system maintenance becomes very easy and operation cost is kept low.