The evolution of fixed broadband access in an open, cellular-first world

Published at:
9am, Wednesday 26th May, 2021 (UK)
Featuring:
Craig Thomas, Vice President, Strategic Marketing & Business Development, Broadband Forum
Daniel Cortes, Fixed Access Network Manager, Technology & Information department, Telefónica
Peter Bell, Director of Network Technology, Openreach
Ronan Kelly, CTO, EMEA & APAC, ADTRAN
Hosted by:
Guy Daniels, Director of Content, TelecomTV

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Challenges and Opportunities Roundtable

What is the role and nature of fixed access networks and connectivity when advances in cellular have narrowed the gap between these two traditional separate deployment models? Where is the future market for fixed access and what is the economic justification of continued innovation, investment and deployment? As fixed and wireless networks become increasingly integrated, what network architecture options are available to help telcos extend their reach and capacity, and what configurations are demonstrating the best potential?

Speakers

Craig Thomas

Vice President, Strategic Marketing & Business Development, Broadband Forum

Daniel Cortes

Fixed Access Network Manager, Technology & Information department, Telefónica

Peter Bell

Director of Network Technology, Openreach

Ronan Kelly

CTO, EMEA & APAC, ADTRAN

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