Telecoms networks and broadband communications
Broadband communications and telecoms networks have been key enablers for the internet revolution and for organisations using the web to deliver new online services. Broadband is key to the UK's economic success and competiveness, and the roll out of superfast, fibre-based networks to deliver the next generation of services has become a political and technological issue, especially for rural networks on the wrong side of the digital divide. We analyse the implications and opportunities for IT managers as broadband adoption continues to grow.
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E-Zine
10 Feb 2023
CW EMEA: Kyiv is ready for anything
CIOs must be ready for the unexpected, but not many CIOs and IT teams face keeping a city’s vital IT running while fighting for their lives. In this issue of CW EMEA, Oleg Polovynko, CIO at Kyiv City Council, explains how the IT team in the Ukrainian capital has kept services running for its residents amid relentless bombing by Russian forces. We also look at how the Netherlands is planning to regulate AI to reduce bias, how highly accurate time protocols ensure fair trading in finance, and the use of technology in agriculture in Denmark. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
11 Nov 2021
CW Benelux: Dutch IT company rips up the HR rule book for better work-life balance
One Dutch tech firm has used learnings from the pandemic to rip up its HR rule book and implement an official work-from-home policy. In fact, Infolearn has gone further than hybrid working, with a personal mobility budget for staff and a four-day working week, all with retention of full-time salary. Also in this issue, read how Dutch education administrators appear to be underestimating the threat of cyber crime. Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2020
Community Fibre claims fastest home broadband package in London
Altnet unveils what it says is a gigabit connectivity industry-first for homes in the UK capital Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Nov 2020
University of Warwick graduates to BT 5G to accelerate innovation
BT installs UK’s first dedicated public 5G network for the University of Warwick, aiming to bring new opportunities for research and further enhance students’ learning experience through its EE mobile network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Nov 2020
Horiba Mira accelerates autonomous vehicles with Vodafone 4G and 5G
Expert in engineering driverless technologies partners with leading UK operator to bring 5G to its Nuneaton headquarters with a private mobile network designed to allow vehicles to communicate with each other and surrounding infrastructure, such as traffic signals Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Nov 2020
Cambridge Consultants takes off with airborne 5G
5G connectivity takes to the skies as Capgemini division announces what it says is a breakthrough for service which will beam signals through the stratosphere from fleet of aircraft Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Nov 2020
Sky launches new fibre-to-the-home across UK
Provider aims to install fibre to more than seven million UK households by the end of the first quarter of 2021 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Nov 2020
Cambridge Broadband Networks enhances fixed wireless access offer
After corporate identity shift, fixed wireless network system provider reveals next phase of evolution with new partner programme to address growing FWA market demands Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
30 Oct 2020
What we need in the UK’s telecoms diversification strategy
Removing Huawei from the UK’s 5G networks creates huge problems in the resiliency and deployment of next-generation mobile. The government’s strategy must tackle these challenges Continue Reading
By- Julian David, TechUK
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News
30 Oct 2020
Nearly half of firms to increase investments in IoT despite the impact of Covid-19
Gartner research finds that a third of companies that have implemented IoT will likely have implemented AI in conjunction, with at least one IoT project with digital twins also a key driver, by 2033 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Oct 2020
England and Wales Covid-19 app updated as Scotland, Northern Ireland, Jersey, Gibraltar link up
Major upgrades for contact-tracing apps across all parts of the UK as initial ghosting issues are resolved and accuracy improved Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Oct 2020
UK comms task force leader warns of East v West 5G standards battle
UK Parliament told of long road ahead to rectify ‘market failure’ of lack of diversity in essential communications technology supply lines and of need to reassert influence in global standards Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Oct 2020
Comms needs to take ‘giant leap forward’ to address new normal
Ericsson research finds Covid-19 pandemic has created a tipping point for what workers expect of the future digital office Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Oct 2020
Ericsson scoops urban part of BT 5G communications network
Building on the operator’s selection of the comms tech firm’s 5G core solutions earlier in 2020, Ericsson wins deal to upgrade BT’s existing radio access network infrastructure on EE mobile network. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Oct 2020
VMware: Management practices need to adapt to manage remote working
Study finds distributed working practices – office, home, on the move or hybrid – have proven business and employee engagement benefits, but leadership and business culture need updating Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Oct 2020
Qualcomm unveils next-generation mesh Wi-Fi networks platform
New modular architecture designed to bring high-performance, cost-effective Wi-Fi 6E mesh deployment to deliver wireless gigabit speeds throughout connected homes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Oct 2020
Belfast Harbour steams ahead to UK and Ireland’s first 5G private network for ports
5G private network accelerates Belfast Harbour’s ambition to become the world’s best regional smart port, stimulating innovation across transport, logistics, public safety, physical security and sustainability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Oct 2020
Corporate WANs and their network providers not meeting new business needs
Global connectivity firm warns that network providers are letting down firms, with security and service flexibility cited as key issues Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Oct 2020
Ericsson looks to the cloud for increased RAN flexibility
Cloud-based radio access network for communications service providers regarded as offering more versatility to network buildouts as a complement to existing purpose-built 5G networks and addressing a variety of 5G use cases Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Oct 2020
In-building wireless infrastructure, 5G indoor revenues will exceed $16bn by 2025
Research predicts digital distributed radio systems will change the way traditional distributed antenna systems are designed and implemented due to their simplified and future-proofed architecture Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
27 Oct 2020
What’s next for Wi-Fi?
New and emerging 802.11 wireless LAN technologies continue to develop. Users who need to replace routers have a decision to make: buy now or wait for the next upgrade cycle in 2021? Continue Reading
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News
27 Oct 2020
EC green light for Iliad to press Play on Polish mobile acquisition
As Polish mobile acquisition gets go-ahead, French operator extends partnership with wireless infrastructure and services company to finance roll-out of fixed network in Poland and accelerate roll-out of 4G/5G networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Oct 2020
Covid crisis proves tech can replace office space and support cost-cutting at Barclays
Bank says it will continue to look at its use of office space as it targets further cost-cutting measures Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
26 Oct 2020
Nokia chalks up new Finnish 5G win
Global comms tech provider selected by Finnish joint venture to supply 5G radio network equipment including deployment and managed services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Oct 2020
Scotland gets gigabit broadband funding boost
Agreement will help rural areas get gigabit-capable broadband connections, with first tranche of £6m to connect hundreds of public sector buildings across Angus, Dundee, and Perth & Kinross Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Oct 2020
Taylor Construction successfully trials 5G for high-tech applications
5G use cases established for Australian-based construction company claiming 20x the performance of 4G with 5G, making next-gen in-field applications possible Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Oct 2020
Project Endeavour gets in gear to begin first public autonomous vehicle trials
Government-backed autonomous vehicle consortium adds new partners and begins field trials in three major UK cities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Oct 2020
Orange Belgium reveals first 5G innovations in Port of Antwerp
Augmented field operators and connected tugboats are potential use cases as applications based on next-generation network aim to go full steam ahead at Belgian port Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Oct 2020
Maturing O-RAN set to have 75% market share by 2030
Analyst confident of prospects for comms technology enabling multi-supplier interoperability for innovations and reducing time to market for deploying new network functionality Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Oct 2020
O2 makes further expansion to UK 5G network
Almost exactly a year after it switched on 5G in the UK, O2 takes next-gen network locations into treble figures and eyes up business use cases Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Oct 2020
5G drives Ericsson in third quarter
Increased demand for next-generation architectures in key territories boost third quarter for Swedish comms tech giant, as it inks national infrastructure network deal to deliver 5G speed and network capacity in domestic arena and Estonia Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Oct 2020
Qualcomm teams with Verizon and Ericsson to set 5G speed benchmark, boosts 5G offering
Comms carrier and tech companies continue to drive advancements in 5G technology using aggregation technology on mmWave spectrum while new portfolio of 5G RAN platforms aims to enable a new generation of cellular networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Oct 2020
Verizon goes global with private 5G network
US comms giant spreads wings to offer private 5G capabilities to enterprises in Europe and Asia-Pacific deal Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Oct 2020
AT&T taps Nokia to drive CBRS-enabled Industry 4.0 private networks
US comms giant aims to accelerate its ambitions to support advanced communications in manufacturing and industry Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Oct 2020
Almost two-thirds of cell sites set to deploy open RAN by 2026
With diversity in communications technology supply set to accelerate, open RAN will come to the fore and research suggests that enterprise small cells will be a key factor in its deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Oct 2020
Global operator revenue to be buoyed by 5G over next five years
Research firm presents more evidence dispelling fears of pandemic preventing roll-out of next-generation networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Oct 2020
EU contact-tracing app interoperability gateway goes live
European Union goes live with project developed to ensure that member states’ apps will work seamlessly across borders, so users will only need to install one app for use across EU Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Oct 2020
UK government hits superfast target but many still experience poor broadband
National Audit Office report says government’s target to roll out faster gigabit coverage nationwide by 2025 will be difficult to achieve for the hardest-to-reach premises Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Oct 2020
KDDI, Orange start engine on connected automotive IoT services
Toyota and Mazda to use connected car capabilities for improved customer experience in connected car platform covering 63 European territories Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Oct 2020
Jersey launches contact-tracing app
Irish software developer NearForm adds Channel Island to its list of customers for mobile proximity app technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Oct 2020
Employees demand greater ownership and choice in the ‘new normal’ of work
Cisco survey shows flexible future for work, with three-quarters of UK office workers wanting to choose whether to work from home or office, and manage their hours Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Oct 2020
Cheaper and more available smartphones set to drive 5G adoption surge
Arrival of 5G-enabled iPhones, particularly in Europe and North America, along with momentum in China, to push worldwide 5G connections to 3.6 billion by 2025 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Oct 2020
UK firms find obstacles to unlocking full potential of Edge
Survey finds almost of half of UK IT leaders in the UK are already actively using Edge technologies to deliver new outcomes and business value, but 87% of ITDMs are missing key skills to unlock the value of data Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Oct 2020
Nokia claims big win in small cells for Chunghwa Telecom 5G net
Leading Taiwanese mobile operator becomes first in its country to deploy 5G non-standalone network powered by Nokia radio technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Oct 2020
O-RAN ready to rocket to be worth $47bn by 2026
Industry analyst predicts rapid expansion for open radio access network over the next six years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Oct 2020
5G set to add $8tn to global GDP by 2030
Research from leading global telecommunications technology provider finds that despite the economic challenges of Covid-19, a global boom in 5G investment will see 71% of companies invest in it over the next five years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Oct 2020
BT expands digital workplace portfolio with Zoom
New carrier agreement with conferencing provider Zoom designed to allow BT to offer a managed service with integrated networking to ensure optimal user experiences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Oct 2020
Nokia, Ericsson score 5G tech wins with Orange, Proximus
Centre of politics becomes centre of 5G activity as incumbent telcos tap Nordic comms giants to build out next-generation infrastructures Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Oct 2020
CMA asks for right to probe O2/Virgin merger
Competition and Markets Authority requests right to probe potentially game-changing joint venture that could transform UK’s wired and wireless communications provision Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Oct 2020
Cisco, Qwilt and Digital Alpha launch open caching CDN for service providers
Consortium of tech providers introduce new model for media delivery using open caching architecture, claiming ‘unprecedented’ levels of quality with open, global APIs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Oct 2020
Quarter of remote workers fail to engage with tech teams
Research reveals a burgeoning IT-employee divide among the growing ranks of remote workers, but the root causes have yet to be examined fully Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
08 Oct 2020
The UK switches on to mobile contact tracing
Long overdue and attracting descriptions ranging from ‘essential’ to ‘cherry on the cake’, the UK’s contact-tracing app is now widely available – but where will further developments lead? Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Oct 2020
Singtel rolls out 5G trial network for enterprises
Singtel is providing enterprises with early access to its 5G standalone network at its testing facility to test and develop new 5G applications Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
07 Oct 2020
5G regulation failures are a threat to UK’s national security
Defence Committee report on the security of 5G brands existing regulations outdated and unsatisfactory Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
07 Oct 2020
More than four-fifths of global workforce rule out return to office full-time
With workforces demanding increased – if not permanent – home networking, research reveals CIOs’ top priorities in planning for new everywhere enterprise, specifically securing mobile devices, apps and users Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Oct 2020
5G technology could increase global economy by $1.5tn by 2030
Research commissioned by Huawei suggests next-generation networks can stimulate growth and drive productivity as the global economy recovers from Covid-19 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Oct 2020
EE leads latest Opensignal UK mobile performance report
UK’s largest operator tops UK mobile quality survey measuring performance across four key use cases Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Oct 2020
Interdealer broker bets on BT for infrastructure
Market infrastructure provider Interdealer inks deal with BT, enabling enhanced customer experience, deeper insights and new compliance tools Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Oct 2020
O2 takes 5G to Germany’s biggest cities
Telefónica Germany says it is beginning a new era in mobile telephony in the country, allowing users to have ‘completely new dimensions of digitisation’ with next-generation networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Oct 2020
Colt gallops to bring high-capacity bandwidth to UK’s major cities
Provider deploys network-to-network interfaces acquired via Livequote pricing portal to support UK broadband network to satisfy the increasing demand for high-bandwidth connectivity services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Oct 2020
5PRING launches Green Innovation Challenge
5G testbed welcomes applicants from startups based in the West Midlands and beyond to cut carbon emissions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Oct 2020
NE US regional contact-tracing app network adds New York, New Jersey states
Neighbouring regions become the third and fourth NE US states to tap leading Irish software developer for contact tracing app development work Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Oct 2020
Nokia clocks up 100 5G deals and 160 commercial 5G engagements
Finnish comms tech giant says 5G deals and engagements validate its progress in strengthening mobile radio product portfolio as the transition to 5G continues Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Oct 2020
Internet of things vital for post-Covid business success, says report
UK telco Vodafone launches report focused on the impact IoT is having on businesses at a time when their digital capabilities are being put to the test by the Covid-19 pandemic Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Oct 2020
NCSC sees no ‘significant improvement’ in Huawei’s overall security practices
Annual report investigating perceived risks of Huawei’s involvement in parts of UK critical national infrastructure finds vulnerabilities and slow progress in remediation, but concludes that all perceived risks are manageable Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Oct 2020
Darwin SatCom gets into gear with first UK commercial 5G, satellite autonomous vehicles test lab
Businesses can use lab to explore and trial next-gen connectivity for autonomous vehicles based on 5G and satellite communications, with O2-customised vehicles available to test proofs of concept Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Oct 2020
Enea claims 15% increase in RAN capacity through machine learning
Covid-19 pandemic renewing operator focuses on extracting maximum capacity from 4G networks and machine learning, seen as providing a significant boost to capacity and cost-effectiveness Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Sep 2020
Ericsson deploys 3DExperience to boost product design as Elisa inks 5G core tech deal
Leading Swedish comms tech provider Ericsson begins deployment of 3D design engineering software platform for specific functional areas, taking a stepwise approach to its product lifecycle management transformation, just as Finnish telecoms operator Elisa signs up for 5G core solutions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Sep 2020
Wi-Fi Vantage certification adds support for managed wireless advancements
Latest development from wireless collaboration forum see Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3 optimise and secure the Wi-Fi experience in managed networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Sep 2020
VMware wants to decouple the telco technology stack
VMware is trying to break the stranglehold of integrated technology stacks on telcos, but network equipment suppliers are not ceding ground Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
30 Sep 2020
Skoda Auto transforms network infrastructure to accelerate business growth
Car manufacturer upgrades network with campus networking systems as part of its 2025 digital transformation strategy Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Sep 2020
Microsoft aims to sharpen edge, 5G deployment with Azure for Operators
IT and cloud giant announces partnership programme with telecommunications industry to more effectively enable the roll-out of next-generation networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Sep 2020
Nokia nabs greater part of BT 5G infrastructure
As UK incumbent telco continues removing Huawei technology from its network, Finnish comms tech giant scores big Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Sep 2020
Remote working world reveals cloud/SaaS security concerns
Research reveals pivotal moment when the cloud is playing a more important role than ever to support mass remote working, with CISO concerns over cloud security remaining stubbornly high Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Sep 2020
Singapore to build 5G talent pipeline
Singapore’s telcos will start hiring and training about 1,000 telecoms professionals by year-end to support the deployment of 5G networks Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
28 Sep 2020
BT: UK government’s national fibre target could be missed by eight years
Government is in danger of not realising its full-fibre coverage broadband ambitions, says telco, which had identified seven key policy, legislative and fiscal enablers to get the plan back on track Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Sep 2020
NHS Covid-19 app exceeds 10 million downloads, but has teething troubles
Momentum of first-day download blitz continues over first weekend for long-awaited contact-tracing app as users make 1.5 million venue check-ins Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Sep 2020
SSE Enterprise Telecoms makes further investment in UK business connectivity, 5G
UK telco unbundles further 259 BT exchanges by the end of 2021 to significantly grow network, bringing total unbundled exchanges to 550 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Sep 2020
Government remains in orbit to develop UK sat nav
Despite experts’ doubts, government confirms it will continue to look at a wider range of options for a sovereign satellite navigation and timing capability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Sep 2020
The new normal for collaboration in the new football season
After the Covid-19 lockdown cost the 2019/20 football season three months' absence, football is now a whole new ball game. Manchester City’s investment in network technology is one of its major signings Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Sep 2020
Business leaders must use lessons of the present to get future-ready
Research reveals the impact of Covid-19 on the digital workplace, and how technology will enable new ways of working Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Sep 2020
UK government sets up task force to address comms tech ‘market failure’
Digital secretary announces line-up of task force to advise on plans to open up and grow UK telecoms market following the decision to ban Huawei Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Sep 2020
West Midlands 5G, Transport for West Midlands unveil ‘revolutionary’ transport projects
After funding award to develop new products and services, comms and travel consortiums will launch 5G-enabled road and rail transport trials across the West Midlands Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Sep 2020
NHS contact-tracing app for England and Wales launches nationwide
Arriving over four months later than originally proposed, the much-delayed and much-criticised UK Covid-19 contact-tracing app is now available to download Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Sep 2020
State of Pennsylvania launches contact-tracing app
Leading Irish developer of contact-tracing technology, NearForm, bags second US state in a week with its Google and Apple API-based platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Sep 2020
Klaxoon claims new visual standard for collaboration with Board
Teamwork and smart work technology provider takes advantage of lockdown to develop next-generation visual workspace with built-in videoconferencing Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Sep 2020
Somerset schools set to benefit from free full-fibre broadband
As it continues its mission to develop its gigabit network, West Country full-fibre infrastructure provider gets local educational establishments enrolled on broadband fast lane Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
23 Sep 2020
Bush chucker challenge
A crack squad of Openreach engineers dispatched to investigate a Welsh village’s long-running broadband mystery has managed to pinpoint the unwitting culprits. “One morning during lockdown, we ... Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2020
Banks stall return-to-work plans as UK government changes advice
Banks pause plans to bring staff back to the office as the government backtracks on its policy Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
23 Sep 2020
8x8 accelerates remote contact centre deployment for Sefton Council
Governing body for Merseyside council increases multi-channel communication to speed up first-call resolution and create a richer citizen experience with remote workers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Sep 2020
Virgin hits 2.2Gbps broadband speeds in innovation trial
UK cable network reveals proof-of-concept trial to showcase multi-gigabit broadband speeds delivered without the need for additional infrastructure or civil engineering works Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Sep 2020
Bechtel joins CityFibre gigabit broadband roll-out scheme
Engineering, construction and project management firm supports step-change in mobilisation of build projects worth £1.5bn Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Sep 2020
Gigamon partners with Nokia to accelerate 5G adoption
Purpose-built joint 5G solution launched to offer ‘breakthrough’ real-time analytics to enhance customer experience and maximise investment impact Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Sep 2020
UDG Healthcare deploys AT&T, Cisco SD-WAN to gain intelligent edge
Global healthcare group deploys software-defined wide area network to create additional operational efficiencies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Sep 2020
NBN Co pumps in A$700m to shore up business connectivity
Australia’s national wholesale broadband provider is creating up to 240 business fibre zones across the country to provide businesses with access to its enterprise ethernet service Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
21 Sep 2020
Video to power the future of work culture
Research from leading video cloud providers show that more than two-thirds of workers want remote work options for the future Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Sep 2020
Iliad Group makes €2.2bn Play acquisition
In a move covering Poland, France and Italy, parent company of French operator Iliad announces public tender offer for leading Polish mobile provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Sep 2020
Remote workers lack appropriate tools to adapt to the new normal
Research finds that companies must proactively address the workflow and productivity challenges remote workers continue to face in order to drive greater productivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Sep 2020
UK government reveals more insight into imminent contact-tracing app
Head of Track and Trace and health minister stung by criticism about contact-tracing app’s development compared with Scotland and Ireland, but reveals further details of app that is on track for 24 September launch Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Sep 2020
Ericsson acquires Cradlepoint to accelerate enterprise 5G
Wireless edge WAN solutions supplier will complement Ericsson’s enterprise offerings in deal with an enterprise value of $1.1bn Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Sep 2020
UK Parliamentary committee casts doubt on value of OneWeb satellite project
UK Parliament’s Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee hears experts from the world of satellite communications cast doubt on the intrinsic value of the UK government’s ambition to be a sovereign satellite communications provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Sep 2020
Independent wholesale broadband market could connect 11 million more premises by 2025
Research from Independent Networks Cooperative Association reveals surge in demand from members to provide wholesale broadband services across the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly