MPLS continues to evolve towards multi-service capability from it's design origins as an IP helper. Numerous models exist both for using MPLS as a core transport for other network types, and for MPLS to assume the role of other networks for on-going build out.

This presentation discusses convergence models going forward, and many of the extensions proposed to MPLS in order to operate these hybrid networks. Included will be OAM tools and harmonizing OAM across network types, control plane interworking, and control plane extensions that facilitate convergence.

David Allan has been active in data telecommunications standards for the past eight years including WG chair roles in the DSL Forum and the IETF. He has been active as an architect, design engineer and developer in diverse areas of technology ranging from process control to financial transaction processing for almost twenty five years. His current role at Nortel Networks is focused on MPLS standards and the evolution of MPLS into a multi-service transport.