The IP/MPLS mobile backhaul transport solution, whether over leased line or microwave links, can now be managed in a seamless and consistent fashion, resulting not only in more flexibility in selecting the lowest cost transport alternatives, but also in increased operational efficiency. This brings the optimal combination of cost-effective connectivity through microwave packet radio with the determinism, resiliency, scalability, and end-to-end control and management of IP and MPLS networking.