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.

THE AGENDA

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

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Annie Turner, Editor, Mobile Europe

OPENING PANEL: How cloudcos help telcos’ automation journey

Hyperscalers don’t go in for highly specialised software and systems, partly because customised design gets in the way of automation. How can telcos’ increasing operational use of the cloudcos and cloudco-like interfaces for customers advance their automation journey?

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KEYNOTE: Creating value by transforming to a techco

We are in the process of defining a new model for the entire telco sector: we are adding new network functions and features iteratively, reducing carbon emissions, improving latency and offering new possibilities to businesses and customers. The goal is to be ready for the next technology cycle beyond 5G and FTTH and to be prepared to integrate the future innovations of the digital world.

Partner presentation: TBC

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Becoming a cloud-native operator

The demands and benefits of adopting cloud native technologies in the network and operations

PANEL: Why platforms are the best way of delivering services

From providing new services (and new revenues) to the way telcos offer services (more akin to cloudcos’ interfaces with customers), platforms are a game changer.

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AFTERNOON KEYNOTE: Monetising 5G

There is progress in 5G private networks, not least in the public sector. But public or private, the killer app is turning out to be providing connectivity to workers right across sites were previously there was none. It’s called boosting productivity and improving safety on-site.