Conflict resolution and rule determination in a policy realization framework

Abstract

Various systems and methods for providing a policy realization framework for a communications network are disclosed. The policy realization framework can be an application and service layer policy framework that is separate and distinct from the network layer policy framework. As such, policy decisions can be made remote from the network layer, and common policies across multiple networks are possible. A policy intelligence rules system for a policy realization framework, and methods of implementing the same, are also disclosed. The policy intelligence rules system can receive a policy request associated with a request for a network resource and policies pertaining to the policy request, which can include operator policies and subscriber specific policies. In response to determining that a policy conflict exists between the policies, the policy intelligence rules system can resolve the policy conflict and generate a rule for the communications network to use in response to the request.