Journal of Telecommunications and the Digital Economy

Call for Papers

Special Issue on Advances in Network Management Techniques for Complex Urban Wireless Environments

The increasing diversity of wireless devices and applications, combined with the rapid growth of metropolitan regions, have made network management more difficult. Strong, dependable, and effective wireless network solutions are essential for the growing urban population and smart-city efforts that result in the increased need for connectivity. It is important to investigate new approaches to network management in order to enhance coverage, efficiency, and performance in complex urban environments. This involves using modern devices and technology to efficiently monitor, regulate, and enhance network functionality, ensuring that urban networks can fulfill the increasing needs of connection and handle the complexities of modern urban environments.

Self-Organizing Networks (SON) automate network management to improve performance and reduce human intervention, while Dynamic Spectrum Management (DSM) effectively distributes and manages spectrum resources. By virtualizing network functions, Network Function Virtualization (NFV) increases scalability and flexibility, while Software-Defined Networking (SDN) enhances management and configuration by separating network control from hardware. Furthermore, advanced algorithms are used by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning to predict traffic trends, identify anomalies, and enhance performance. Network Optimization Software enhances performance and resource efficiency, while Network Management Systems (NMS) provide comprehensive platforms for managing and monitoring network infrastructure. Real-time network optimization is made possible by adaptive algorithms, while predictive analytics for traffic management and problem detection are improved by incorporating AI and machine learning. With the advent of 6G technologies, ultra-high-speed, high-capacity networks will be supported by new network management techniques that bring out new possibilities for advanced applications, like holographic communication and massive IoT installations.

To enhance quality of service (QoS) and user satisfaction, network management strategies are becoming increasingly personalized to meet the unique demands and preferences of each user. Dynamic resource allocation, intelligent interference control, and sophisticated spectrum management strategies are needed to address network congestion and interference. By providing strong security procedures, being alert for security flaws, and utilizing privacy-enhancing technologies, security and privacy issues can be reduced. SDN and NFV offer dynamic adaptability to changing demands to achieve scalability and flexibility. Creating standardized frameworks for effortlessly incorporating new technologies with current infrastructure and management systems is another aspect of integrating emerging technologies.

The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

Role of Self-Organizing Networks in modern urban wireless networks
Challenges and solutions for network management in rapidly expanding urban areas
Advances in spectrum management for high-density urban environments
Strategies for addressing network congestion and interference in metropolitan areas
Future trends in network management for complex urban environments
Ensuring security and privacy in urban wireless networks through advanced protocols and technologies
Enhancing wireless network performance in Smart Cities
Analysis of reliable network solutions in supporting Smart City initiatives
Employing SDN and NFV for dynamic adaptability in network management
Applications of AI and machine learning in enhancing network performance and security.

Guest Editors

Dr Stephen S. Oyewobi
Department of Telecommunications Engineering, Federal University of Technology
Minna, Niger, Nigeria.

Dr Musa Ndiaye
Department of Electrical Engineering,
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe, Zambia.

Dr Michael Okwori
Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering Department,
Union College
Schenectady, NY, USA

Important Dates:

Manuscript submission          April 30, 2025
Acceptance notification          June 27, 2025
Revised manuscript due         August 1, 2025
Publication                                 Early publication on the JTDE website (Volume 13, Issue 3, September 2025)

Writing for the Journal:

The Journal of Telecommunications and the Digital Economy accepts papers on a wide range of topics related to technology and services that support the digital economy and digital society. Papers that describe novel developments – whether existing or envisaged – and their benefits are particularly welcome. Submissions should be original, unpublished work, and should not be under review elsewhere. Papers should be about 4,000–5,000 words in length, excluding references.

Papers should be written for knowledgeable readers who are not necessarily experts in the relevant field of research. Authors should be careful to situate their work within the context of telecommunications or the digital economy.

Paper Submission

Prior to paper submission, you are required to register through the JTDE website: https://jtde.telsoc.org/index.php/jtde. Please ensure that your name, email address and affiliation are correctly inserted.
Submission of your paper in JTDE format must be done electronically through the JTDE website: https://jtde.telsoc.org/index.php/jtde. Please follow the checklist and author’s guidelines.
When submitting your paper, choose “SI-Network Management” as the section of the Journal. You will receive an email notification when your paper has been successfully submitted.

Any further inquiries can be directed to the Managing Editor at editor@jtde.telsoc.org.