The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine sits down with Stephen Rose, CEO of Render Networks, for a conversation that dives into the future […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch recorded at Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee, host Brad Hine talks with Justin Suhr, Senior Director of Construction Engineering […]
Despite a widespread rush to embrace generative AI, a new report from MIT, The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025, reveals that most corporate initiatives are struggling to deliver significant financial results. The findings, based on interviews, surveys, and analysis of hundreds of AI deployments, point to a stark divide: a small minority […]
The race to connect America is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, with a new report from New Street Research projecting a staggering expansion of fiber optic networks. According to analysts, the U.S. fiber industry is on track to pass a collective 139 million locations by 2030, fundamentally reshaping the broadband landscape and creating a new […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by intelegrate and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, recorded live at WISPAmerica 2025 in Oklahoma City, host Brad Hine speaks with Cameron Kilton, Chief Technology Officer at Nextlink Internet. […]
In an industry full of acronyms, there’s one that’s gaining remarkable traction: ZTP. What’s new isn’t the acronym itself, but the new level of automation it represents. Simply put, zero-touch provisioning in telecom refers to the automated deployment and configuration of network services and devices. This technology is vital for telecom companies and service providers […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by intelegrate and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Denise Manka, Vice President of Business Development at MP Nexlevel, to discuss the company’s legacy […]
Let’s be honest. If you’re reading a blog post about NETCONF and YANG, you’re probably a networking nerd. And that’s okay! We’re in good company. Many professionals in our industry get a thrill from a well-structured data model and a robust configuration protocol. So, let’s go ahead and nerd out a little on two of […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by intelegrate and VETRO FiberMap. In this Broadband Bunch episode, recorded live at Fiber Connect 2025, host Pete Pizzutillo speaks with Craig Thomas, CEO of the Broadband Forum. The conversation explores how broadband […]
Even the most advanced telecom networks today are not all inherently integrated or connected. Instead, they are a patchwork of different technologies, standards, and systems that must work together to provide a seamless user experience. This lack of inherent integration makes interoperability—the ability of different networks and devices to communicate effectively—a crucial, yet challenging, aspect […]
Artificial intelligence is here to stay. Yet, alongside its undeniable potential, AI is still shrouded in misconceptions. What are big telco executives saying about the myths versus the truths of AI, as they navigate its practical implementation? Leaders are providing candid reality checks, debunking common fallacies while highlighting the tangible, transformative power of AI in […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by intelegrate and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, Tim Ayers, co-founder of Gravity Path Partners, shares his perspective on how edge computing, AI, and quantum innovation are transforming broadband […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine travels to San Antonio, Texas, for NTCA’s 2025 RTIME Conference, where he sits down with a leader […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine welcomes Jay Cadman, Senior Vice President of IQGeo, for a discussion on how broadband providers are leveraging […]
For decades, telecom operations have relied heavily on manual processes and reactive problem-solving. This approach is no longer sustainable. The sheer scale and complexity of modern networks, coupled with the demand for real-time services and personalized experiences, necessitate a paradigm shift. This is where A3 comes into play: Automation: At its core, automation in telecom […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by intelegrate and VETRO FiberMap. In a recent episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine sat down with Fayyaz Patwa, Vice President of Sales Engineering for Nokia, to discuss how cutting-edge fiber […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by intelegrate and VETRO FiberMap. In this edition of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine joins the action on the floor of the NTCA RTIME Conference in San Antonio, Texas, to bring listeners a […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by intelegrate and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, recorded live at Connected America 2025 in Irving, Texas, host Brad Hine sat down with a returning guest and longtime broadband […]
Providers are under intense pressure to deliver more, faster, and with greater efficiency. The old way of doing things—those isolated, siloed systems—simply can’t keep pace. Real-time data, automated workflows, and seamless connectivity are now essential. In this environment, data quality becomes a critical factor, especially when pursuing a best-of-breed strategy. Why Data Quality Matters for […]
Software updates. They’re a necessary, often daunting, aspect of modern business. From patching critical security vulnerabilities to deploying feature enhancements, managing software versions across a complex ecosystem can quickly become a logistical quagmire. Traditional update methods often involve manual intervention, leading to errors, downtime, and increased operational costs. But what if there was a way […]
No longer confined to the realm of imagination, artificial intelligence is now a powerful force reshaping industries. Its potential, ranging from bespoke user experiences to fully automated workflows, appears boundless. Yet, the realization of this potential is fundamentally tied to a single, often underappreciated element: the caliber of the data that fuels it. Think of […]