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Paving the path to the future of networking

Businesses facing challenges from inflation, regional conflicts, and a mobile workforce prioritise network modernisation. However, scaling network initiatives in a complex environment is daunting. IDC's Nikhil Batra and Singtel's Lee Kwang Yong discuss how macro factors impact telcos and ICT investments, focusing on observability, automation, managed services, and security for successful network transformation.

Categories: Network orchestration, Connectivity, CUBΣ

07 Mar 2024

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