Data mining and complex telecommunications problems modeling

Abstract

The telecommunications operators have to manage one of the most complex systems developed by human beings. Moreover, the new technological developments, the convergence of voice and data networks and the broad range of services still increase this complexity. Such complex object as telecommunication network requires advanced software tools for their planning and management. Telecommunications operators collect large volumes of the data in various databases. They realize that the knowledge in these huge databases might significantly improve various organizational strategic and operational decisions. However, this knowledge is not given explicitly, it is hidden in data. Advanced methods and algorithms are being developed for knowledge extracting. In this paper we will focus on using data mining for solving selected problems in telecommunication industry. We will provide a systematic overview of various telecommunications applications.