Atlantic Crossing
Atlantic Crossing
Podcast Description
In this episode, Duncan Potter and Paul Cunningham discuss the evolving landscape of telecommunications, with the initial episode focusing on the debate between fiber and wireless technologies. They explore the implications of fiber deployment, the rise of 5G and satellite networks, and the environmental considerations associated with infrastructure development. The conversation highlights the need for a smart mix of technologies to meet diverse connectivity needs, especially in rural areas.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
Covers the evolving landscape of telecommunications with a strong focus on fiber vs. wireless technologies. Episodes include in-depth analyses of fiber deployment, the rise of 5G and satellite networks, and environmental impacts. For example, the latest episode, 'The Great Fiber Myth,' delves into economic challenges and the necessity for a technology mix to ensure connectivity, especially in rural areas.
In this episode, Duncan Potter and Paul Cunningham discuss the evolving landscape of telecommunications, with the initial episode focusing on the debate between fiber and wireless technologies. They explore the implications of fiber deployment, the rise of 5G and satellite networks, and the environmental considerations associated with infrastructure development. The conversation highlights the need for a smart mix of technologies to meet diverse connectivity needs, especially in rural areas.
Keywords
telecom, tech giants, digital transformation, growth opportunities, AI, cybersecurity, IoT, cloud services, telco evolution, business metrics
Summary
In this conversation, Duncan Potter and Paul Cunningham discuss the transformation of telecom service providers into tech companies, exploring the necessary phases of modernization, the challenges faced, and the growth opportunities available in the digital landscape. They emphasize the importance of agility, talent acquisition, and the need for telcos to measure success through new metrics that reflect their evolving business models.takeaways
- Telecoms are transitioning into tech giants by modernizing their core services.
- Cultural challenges within traditional telcos hinder their agility and innovation.
- Talent acquisition is crucial for telcos to compete in the tech space.
- B2B digital services represent a significant growth opportunity for telcos.
- The industrial IoT market is projected to exceed one trillion by 2030.
- AI can enhance customer service and operational efficiency for telcos.
- Success metrics for telcos must evolve beyond traditional measures like ARPU.
- Telcos need to build new capabilities and invest in digital services.
- The opportunity for telcos to innovate is now, but so is the risk of inaction.
- Partnerships with tech giants can drive revenue growth for telcos.
Sound Bites
- ”Modernize the core for agility.”
- ”Talent competition is fierce.”
- ”B2B digital services are massive.”
Sound Bites
Chapters
00:00 The Evolution of Telcos to Techcos
02:31 Opportunities in the Tech Landscape
02:39 Tech Co-Transformation: A New Era
04:49 Real-World Examples of Tech Integration
05:04 The Journey of Telco Transformation
06:36 Cultural Challenges in Telco Innovation
08:52 Identifying Growth Opportunities for Telcos
12:03 Measuring Success in the Digital Era
13:13 Outro
13:20 Sponsor – BlueBarn Consulting
13:46 Sponsor: Ephilium AI
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