Learn how operators can transition into techcos

The abundance of new capabilities and technologies is turning network operators into techcos, looking to differentiate their services and products on top of common, standardised foundations. From network automation to AI and analytics, from IoT to network slicing, and from going cloud native to exploring the edge – this virtual conference will cover all the key talking points, opportunities and challenges in this space. Join us there!

For many operators, disaggregation and integration is the name of the game from end to end of their infrastructure. The abundance of new capabilities and technologies is turning them into techcos, looking to differentiate their services and products on top of common, standardised foundations. From network automation to AI and analytics, from IoT to network slicing, and from going cloud native to exploring the edge – there are so many opportunities and challenges.

All times UK / London. Session timings and content subject to change.

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Annie Turner, Editor, Mobile Europe

OPENING PANEL: Transformation 2024 – Integrated telco versus the NetCo/ServCo model

A handful of telcos have gone down this route already and the trend looks set to grow. What’s driving it and what’s needed to make the separation of infrastructure and services a success? What can go wrong? How does this potentially affect telcos’ relationships with hyperscalers?

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KEYNOTE In Conversation: Telco to techco – plotting the return to growth

Telcos aren’t interested in technology for its own sake, but because it can create growth. How do telcos match technology to their desired business outcomes and monitor their success for the business?

Unlocking value from telco transformation with real-time data

Real-time data is the linchpin in telcos’ digital journey to drive unparalleled customer experience, revenue growth and operational excellence. This applies to services from messaging to video streaming and other mobile marvels. Critically, real-time data is also foundational to unleashing generative AI’s potential, for example in crafting bespoke customer journeys, strengthening fraud detection and optimising call centre dynamics.

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IN CONVERSATION: To what extent are telcos data-driven organisations now?

How much progress have they made towards this goal and which major areas do they still need to tackle? How has better use of data boosted operational and business outcomes?

PANEL: Are telcos delivering services faster since they embarked on digitalisation?

If so, which ones and for whom? If not, why not? Is faster service delivery more important for to achieve a shorter time from orders to cash, or to provide excellent experience to customers? Or can the two go hand in hand?

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AFTERNOON KEYNOTE: Adhering to the latest emergency regulation for mobile network location

What are the implications for network operators of government regulation and recommendations for public safety? A look at the cell and sub-cell location technologies in common use and associated accuracy metrics, and how an advanced location solution can streamline regulatory compliance. What are deployment options and what advantages does it offer to different kinds of networks? What commercial opportunities does high-accuracy location technology bring?

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How will green networks evolve?

Where are we now and where do our ambitions need to take us to reduce power while increasing capacity on all kinds of communications infrastructure.

PANEL: The benefits of moving data ops and analytics to the cloud

Moving data to the cloud for storage, analytics and more should bring the benefits of massive scale capacity and compute resources at a fraction of the cost of an operator creating its own environment. This panel takes a deeper dive into potential operational and business advantages, and possible pitfalls, such as higher than expected complexity and costs.