DSP Leaders World Forum

Evolution of network automation

By Ray Le Maistre

May 20, 2026

 

 

Panel Discussion

‘Zero-touch operations’ has become a rallying cry, but the reality falls short of the vision. Telcos aspire to autonomous networks that self-optimise and self-heal, yet most remain stuck at Level 2 automation. The gap between autonomous network ambitions and operational reality threatens transformation business cases. So, how can operators bridge this divide practically?

Broadcast live 19 May 2026

Participants

CO-HOST

Francesca Serravalle

Head of Monetisation, VodafoneThree

Anita Döhler

Chief Executive Officer, NGMN Alliance

Beth Cohen

Telco Industry Analyst Luth Computer

Colin Evans

Snr. Director Business Development, HPE Networking

George Glass

Chief Technology Officer, TM Forum

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