Intent-based networking (IBN) is a network administration technology that uses artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and network orchestration to automate network-wide administrative tasks.
IBN and software-defined networking (SDN) share similar aspects. SDN uses software for network configuration, driving a software-based network. IBN marks a step forward by working higher in the application level to offer true automation.
An IBN-enabled network is able to respond to an organization’s operational needs with speed and without any need for manual intervention.
