SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RESOURCE-BASED NETWORK POLICY CONTROL IN A NETWORK ENVIRONMENT

摘要

A method is provided in one example embodiment that includes aggregating resource availability from a plurality of network elements operating in a network; receiving a request to apply a policy to a network flow propagating in the network; and orchestrating resources to apply the policy to the network flow based on the aggregated resource availability. In more particular embodiments, the policy includes a quality of service for the network flow. In addition, the policy can include relocating subscribers accessing common content from a first gateway to a second gateway. In other instances, the policy includes relocating resources for the network flow.