Version History

Date	Version	Editor	Comments
2022-03-15	1.0	Patrik Bruce	First version

Definition

Online Charging Function (OCF) is defined using the Charging architecture and principles outlined by 3GPP TS32.240 (Ref 1) as the baseline. It is constructed as a set of capabilities to facilitate charging for telecom network connectivity services delivered by the CSP characterized by, and limited to:

Interoperability with the core network

The ability to interoperate with network elements via the Diameter Ro and Gy interfaces

Interoperability with Charging Domain components

Integration and call-flow orchestration between the OCF, Account Balance Management Function (ABMF), and Rating Function (RF) via a supported interface
Interoperability with the Charging Gateway Function (CGF) via a supported interface, in order to facilitate CDR generation and data flow to downstream Billing Domain (BD) systems

Commercial Models and purposes

Direct B2C connectivity
Direct B2B connectivity
Telecom network inbound roaming
Telecom network outbound roaming

This Right to Use (RTU) grants the licensee the right to use DigitalRoute’s Usage Engine – Private Edition software in accordance with this definition.