Dedicated networks have been defined in [ITU-T Y.3114] as networks designed for application domains with common requirements. The capabilities of dedicated networks include, but are not limited to, core network, transport network, access network, service support, management, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) enabling capabilities [ITU-T Y.3102].

The capability level is the level of availability of capabilities in a network. The capability classification is based on the evaluation of the capability level of the network.

This Recommendation addresses the capability classification for dedicated networks in the context of future networks including IMT-2020, focusing on the following aspects:

• Approach for capability classification;

• Dimensions for capability classification;

• Requirements for capability classification;

• Functionalities for capability classification;

• Framework for capability classification;

• Procedures of capability classification.