12:00pm - 1:00pm | Registration and networking lunch
1:00pm - 1:15pm | The edge opportunity: setting up for success beyond connectivity
Welcome and introduction Realizing the revenue opportunities for CSPs investing in edge Utilizing automation to accelerate the delivery of edge applications Understanding the role of real-time data in unlocking new opportunities for CSPs
Aaron Boasman-Patel, VP, AI, Data & Operations, TM Forum
1:15pm - 1:30pm | Driving digital transformation through utilization of real-time data
The role of real-time data in digital transformation of enterprises - "The Power of Now" Understanding how CSPs have utilized data to create more accurate insights Key observations from other verticals: how are real-time data fuelling innovations in other industries, and with what successes?
Danny Bedgood, VP Industry Solutions, Aerospike
1:30pm - 1:50pm | The power of real-time data at Edge for transformation: A Case Study Understanding the current data landscape and challenges for customers The value of real-time data at scale: what solutions and opportunities are presented? Developing scalable applications: what tools are needed? Achieving ultra-low latency and high throughput applications
Sajid Sayyad, Director Systems Engineering, Charles Schwab
1:50pm - 2:40pm | Navigating the cloud and edge ecosystem: CSPs opportunity to seize the momentum and monetize The shift from on-prem to cloud to edge Understanding the challenges of deploying new technologies and evolving legacy systems The role of AI and automation for cloud and edge The importance of open source for edge computing solutions Optimizing current technologies to get ready for edge deployment Evaluating the current MEC landscape - what are the business opportunities? Understanding the value and importance of standardization
Moderated by: Aaron Boasman-Patel, VP, AI, Data & Operations, TM Forum
Jason Inskeep, AVP 5G and Private 5G COE, AT&T
Muthu Retnasamy, Senior Manager of Enterprise Architecture, Verizon
John Shelnutt, VP Global Sales, Blue Danube Systems
Shahed Mazumder, Global Director, Telco Solutions, Aerospike
2:40pm - 3:00pm | Refreshment break
3:00pm - 3:25pm | Key requirements for a real-time data platform from Edge to Core Realizing key Edge deployment requirements - the Aerospike experience From Edge to Core: where has this been implemented? Utilizing Cross Data Center Replication (XDR) from Edge to Core deployments Understanding the tools to succeed in the realtime economy
Srini V. Srinivasan, CTO & Co-Founder, Aerospike
3:25pm - 4:30pm | Interactive Roundtables
During this session, attendees will be divided into groups to debate some of the most pressing issues facing CSPs today. This is an opportunity for peer-to-peer discussion in a relaxed environment with key takeaways and actionable insights. Beyond Connectivity - How to offer and monetize value added services/applications (e.g. by leveraging data)? How can CSPs maintain relevance in an evolving ecosystem? 5G, IoT, MEC, AI/ML - What is in it for CSPs? How do these change the model of delivering services? Creating and enhancing key partnerships to unlock new revenue streams: What are the best practices for a mutually beneficial and successful partnership?
4:30pm - 4:50pm | The power of real-time data at Edge for transformation: A case study Understanding the current data landscape and challenges for customers The value of real-time data at scales: what solutions and opportunities are presented? What tools have been utilized in this digital transformation journey?
Gaurav Bairaria, Senior Director - Engineering, Neustar
4:50pm - 5:00pm | Closing remarks
Aaron Boasman-Patel, VP, AI, Data & Operations, TM Forum
Jim Lodestro, CRO, Aerospike
5:00pm - 6:00pm | Networking drinks reception
Please join us for a networking drinks reception and a tour of the Dallas Cowboys Training Grounds
