OIF targets Co-Packaging Framework Implementation Agreement
OIF has announced the launch of an umbrella project to develop the Co-Packaging Framework Implementation Agreement (IA). The framework effort is a preliminary step toward creation of specifications that would cover implementation of co-packaged optics.
The Co-Packaging Framework IA project participants will study applications and technology considerations for co-packaging with one or more ASICs. They expect to determine whether there are opportunities for interoperability standards that OIF or other standards organizations might create. The findings of these examinations will be summarized in a Framework IA.
Key activities within the Co-Packaging Framework project include:
- Identification of key co-packaged applications and their requirements
- Identification and study of key issues associated with co-packaged optics
- Identification of opportunities for interoperability standards and development of industry consensus on these opportunities
- Create and release a technical whitepaper that summarizes the Framework IA
- Launch of resultant standardization activities at the OIF or other appropriate standard bodies.
“It is critical that the industry be aligned on the solutions needed to move co-packaged interoperability forward,” said Jeff Hutchins, Ranovus and OIF Physical and Link Layer (PLL) Working Group – Co-Packaging Vice Chair. “With its member-driven focus, OIF is the ideal forum to facilitate industry conversation and drive interoperability of co-packaging with ASICs.”
Some insight into OIF’s thinking may be gained from viewing an OIF webinar “Co-Packaged Optics – Why, What and How” conducted in October. Click here for free on-demand viewing of this webinar.
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