The Nokia Network Services Platform (NSP) takes utilities well beyond the traditional boundaries of element and network management. It enables unified, end-to-end management of IP/MPLS and Carrier Ethernet networks with packet optical and microwave transport, as well as the services they deliver. Fast and easy configuration reduces deployment time and increases flexibility. Proactive service assurance helps resolve problems before affecting operations. Intelligent alarm correlations capabilities assists to identify root causes, expediting service restoration. The Nokia NSP is also ready to evolve to a software defined networking (SDN) controller today.