scte member focus
The sector has changed a lot over the years; what for you has been the biggest shift? I believe HFC will remain in the industry with big investment behind it, as innovation responds brilliantly to competition with the optical technology. I know that optical technology sounds very trendy, but as far as the concept of green field area is concerned, it’s true. However, the tendency to combine HFC with optical networks offers a new dimension of integration of two networks in specific areas. I believe HFC has at least 20 to 30 more years of being equal or better than optical networks. When it comes to sustainability, upgrading existing networks is far more sensible than ripping them out and replacing them with new ones. What do you get out of being a member of the SCTE? The SCTE is the home of all enthusiasts of telecoms; it is an excellent resource where you can meet a lot of interesting people. I love to contribute to the SCTE, providing the customer with insight; how to efficiently install equipment and build a sustainable network, for example. Sharing knowledge and experience is the most important element of the SCTE. I also receive a lot of industry knowledge in return. Every territory seems so different in terms of legacy builds and how fast they are embracing fibre. What are your overall thoughts about the longevity of coax? There has been a lot of discussion for over a decade on what the future of coax is. From DOCSIS 2.0, cable moved to DOCSIS 3.0 and 3.1. We now have DOCSIS 4.0 competing with all the variety of optical technology at the present time. This evolution of HFC makes me think “never say never”. Your training initiatives are having a massive impact on opportunities in Kosovo. What’s your dream?
important part of being human. Training, reading, being coached is an everyday task for everyone, including network operators in Kosovo and other regions. They need consistent investment in education of new standards and norms which enable the society to perform in the best way for end users. Training staff provides customers with the opportunity to rationalise on all the CAPEX and OPEX investments. The investment of a few thousand pounds allows millions of pounds of investments to properly be installed and used. The majority of field interventions by the technical teams are related to poor installations or poor maintenance, which relates fundamentally to poor training. Did you have any mentors over the course of your career, and how did they help you? Yes, I had a couple of mentors over the course of my career, especially in Technetix. I have been honoured to have “I was very lucky to have a few great mentors; you learn something from every kind of boss!”
Sharing knowledge and experience with people, helping them, is the most
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