The telecommunications industry is undergoing a significant shift, driven by the need for intent-driven, autonomous, and agile networks . 1 At the forefront of this evolution is the concept of Intent-Driven Autonomous Networks (IDAN) , which aligns business objectives with automated network operations to deliver superior performance, operational efficiency, and enhanced customer experiences. 2 Powered by artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), real-time data analytics, and closed-loop automation, IDAN is revolutionising how telecom networks are managed. This blog explores the promise of IDAN, its benefits, and real-world examples of telecom players implementing this transformative technology. What is IDAN? IDAN enables telecom operators to define high-level business goals, such as improving network reliability or enhancing customer satisfaction, and have the network autonomously translate these intents into actionable configurations . 3 By minimising human i...