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SHARP ENOUGH TO SLICE?
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“LEVERAGING CLOUD IS LIKE TURNING AN OIL TANKER”
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The makeover challenge
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Opening Note
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“Edge computing for real time processing and data management, 5G connectivity and software-defined networking solutions will allow to process massive amounts of data with reliable and fast connection.”
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“We need strong partners and a solid ecosystem for next-generation architectures. It is time for the industry to explore trusted partners who can stitch it all together.”
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The key trend for 2020/21 will be the joint management of cloud-native and VMs using a common language and skill set.
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5G readiness should be a key strategic driver for TowerCos. They must consider unlocking new modalities for site acquisition, ‘lite’ site build and camouflaged sites.
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The increase in distributed computing and M2M traffic also means that security will need to follow people and data, rather than centralized control points.
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Intuitive network orchestration platforms perform context-aware automation, closed-loop troubleshooting, and auto-remediation, keeping applications and services always on and available.
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Connectivity enabled quality grapes from Narayangaon to replace South African grapes from the shelf of Sainsbury in the UK as early as in 1993.
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Internet and cellular services suffered in the initial years. They were expensive and unaffordable for Hoi polloi, mass markets. They had elitist overtone.
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Learning can be challenging for a student with special needs. With 5G, robot apps can be implemented in the classroom to help them deal with various problems.
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We can expect to see AI-based educational solutions evolve and help fill gaps in learning and teaching. This will allow schools and teachers to deliver more than ever before.
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Video and e-commerce apps are an excellent example of how Indian startups can bring in a sense of uniqueness and brand profit to the market.
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Digital revolution has led to better speed and connectivity in smaller tier-2 and tier-3 cities, enabling people to explore more business options.
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The digital way of doing business has led to the emergence of small- and mid-sized companies that are competing with large enterprises for their market share.
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The use of internet has been turbocharged by competitive offerings from telcos. This has helped bridge the gap between digitalenabled and digital-aspirant.
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The benefit of a dynamic information and communication technology landscape isn’t limited to fostering business growth. It also helps generate employment.
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“There is a huge opportunity in front of us. However, spectrum is a big impediment. The current recommended price for spectrum is too high.”
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“5G small cells can be deployed over street light hardware. This infrastructure can be built for 5G or on any other requirement, like road and power.”
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“We need large coverage in the rural areas. 5G works in various spectrum bands. It can be deployed in dense urban areas and rural areas.”
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“Telecom powers all the critical technologies that power tomorrow and make life so much better. It has brought about socio-economic development of enormous proportions.”
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“Telecom is the bedrock of digital economy, upon which, rests everything, from financial services to e-governance, entertainment, and e-commerce.”
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“There is long way to go, and a lot of investment is required. The government should play a part in terms of building the infrastructure; a lot of capital is available in global market.”
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“The spectrum valuation methods need to be tweaked a bit to get to the optimal pricing. The recommended 5G price is at least 4-6 times the international level.”