Beyond the hype, what actual demand are telcos seeing for private 5G contracts from business and enterprise customers in terms of volume and specific verticals? Why do telcos think they are best placed to provide private 5G and what are their options to meet this demand – should they partner with vendors, create general-purpose solutions, or offer bespoke products? And where does this leave network slicing?

Speakers

Aaron Partouche

Global Vertical Principal Director, Colt Technology Services

Fernando Rex

Partner, Head of Network Business & Operations Services Practice for Telecom Sector, Europe, NTT DATA

Howard Wu

Global Head of Networks and General Manager, QCT USA

Dr. Terje Jensen

Senior Vice President and Head of Global Network Architecture, Director of 5G Readiness Strategic Program, Technologies and Services, Telenor