VNF Benchmarking

Virtualization adds value by optimizing the use of resources via on demand capacity management, but it also increases risk, since resources are drawn from a shared environment. Consequently, VNFs must be benchmarked differently from dedicated devices.

This case study reviews the challenges and test solutions, covering:

• An explanation of the NFV ecosystem
• How VNFs should be benchmarked differently from dedicated devices
• An introduction to the concept of “white box testing”
• A concrete example, including takeaway insights