Abstract: A system for managing a core network is provided. The system includes a first computing device including at least one processor in communication with at least one memory device. The first computing device is in communication with a core network. The at least one memory device stores a plurality of instructions, which when executed by the at least one processor cause the at least one processor to store a plurality of historical data associated with the core network, receive current state data from the core network, compare the plurality of historical data with the current state data to determine at least one future state of the core network, and adjust the operation of the core network based on the at least one future state.

Abstract: Authenticating a device is contemplated. The authenticating may include generating an authentication sufficient to represent trust in an identity of a device when being provisioned or re-provisioned for network access, reconciling inventory management and/or otherwise performing operations dependent on trust.