TS 28.538 – Management and orchestration for edge computing
3GPP TS 28.538 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Management and orchestration for edge computing. Its official 3GPP title is “Management and orchestration”. It is published in 3 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.5.0 in Rel-19.
Defines management aspects of edge computing including lifecycle management, provisioning, performance assurance, and fault supervision for edge applications.
Releases and versions of TS 28.538
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.11.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 28.538
Category: Services (Management and Orchestration). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: Management.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 28.538
- TS 28.552 5G Network Performance Measurements
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 28.658 E-UTRAN NRM Information Service
- TS 38.300 NR and NG-RAN Overall Description
- TS 23.548 5G Edge Computing Stage 2 Architecture
- TS 32.160 Management Service Specification Templates
- TS 28.623 Generic NRM IRP Solution Set Definitions
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 28.111 Fault Management Service
- TS 23.558 Enabling Edge Applications
- TS 28.541 5G Network Resource Model (NRM) Stage 2 and 3
- TS 28.622 Generic Network Resource Information Service
Specifications that reference TS 28.538
- TS 28.541 5G Network Resource Model (NRM) Stage 2 and 3
- TS 28.552 5G Network Performance Measurements
- TS 23.222 Common API Framework (CAPIF)
- TS 28.533 5G Management Architecture Framework
- TS 23.558 Enabling Edge Applications
- TS 32.298 Charging Data Record Specification
- TS 23.700 Study on SEAL Phase 4
- TS 32.291 5G Charging Service-Based Interface
- TS 26.501 5G Media Streaming Architecture
- TS 32.257 Edge Computing Charging Management
- TS 28.312 Intent-Driven Management
- TR 23.958 EDGEAPP alignment with ETSI MEC and GSMA OP
Other specifications in the 28 series
- TS 28.533 5G Management Architecture Framework
- TS 28.535 Closed Control Loop Assurance Management
- TS 28.536 Management services for communication service assurance
- TS 28.537 Management Capabilities for 5G Networks
- TS 28.540 5G Network Resource Model (NRM) Stage 1
- TS 28.541 5G Network Resource Model (NRM) Stage 2 and 3
- TS 28.545 Fault Supervision for 5G Networks
- TS 28.550 5G Performance Assurance Management Services
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 28.538?
3GPP TS 28.538 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Management and orchestration for edge computing. Defines management aspects of edge computing including lifecycle management, provisioning, performance assurance, and fault supervision for edge applications.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 28.538?
TS 28.538 is published in 3 releases, from Rel-17 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.5.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 28.538 belong to?
TS 28.538 belongs to the Services (Management and Orchestration) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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