2023 Showcase
MPLS WC 2023 Showcase
Welcome to our MPLS SD & AI Net World (also known as MPLS World Congress) Video Showcase! The conference is organized by our friends at Upperside Conferences, and has been running for 24 years (amazing). We captured video snippets from thought leaders at the Palais des Congrès de Paris. See what they have to share about the show and the latest in SR-v6, SR-MPLS, converged IP/optical routing, network automation, network-as-a-service and much more.
Next year's conference (the 25th Edition) will be held in the Palais des Congrès de Paris from 9th to 11th of April 2024 and promises to be even more successful than this year's. Please contact our friends at Upperside Conferences to register your interest (contact@uppersideconferences.com). See you all there!
BTW, for those at the show who heard about the launch of our New Middle Mile report, you can download it here — and check out relevant videos too.
Next year's conference (the 25th Edition) will be held in the Palais des Congrès de Paris from 9th to 11th of April 2024 and promises to be even more successful than this year's. Please contact our friends at Upperside Conferences to register your interest (contact@uppersideconferences.com). See you all there!
BTW, for those at the show who heard about the launch of our New Middle Mile report, you can download it here — and check out relevant videos too.
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Converged Optical Solutions and Network Slicing for Enhanced SLAs
Jahanzeb Baqai, Senior Director PLM from Ciena, discusses: - The introduction of Ciena's new WaveRouter for converged optical solutions, which has received tremendous customer response - Importance of network slicing in maintaining end-to-end SLA guarantees
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Enhancing Network Performance by Integrating with Cisco Crosswork
Tom Foottit, VP Products from Accedian, explains how Accedian's partnership with Cisco can improve network performance assurance. The video provides details on: - Integration between Accedian and Cisco Crosswork for automation and assurance - Utilizing SRv6 data and performance data for better network correlation - Successful implementation with service provider customer Colt
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Sponsor Spotlight EANTC
Innovations in SDN, SRv6, and Clock Synchronization for 5G Networks
What's new in the world of SDN, SRv6, and clock synchronization for 5G networks? Carsten Rossenhövel, Managing Director from EANTC, provides details on the 2023 interop test between multiple networking vendors: - Significant advancements in SRv6 technology: With eight vendors participating, five of them testing together for the first time, innovations like uSIDs and advanced traffic engineering scenarios were evaluated. - Focus on optimization, scaling, and operational efficiency: Mature technologies like EVPN over VXLAN, MPLS, and SRv6 are being optimized for better performance and ease of use in real-life network operations. - Innovations in clock synchronization for 5G use cases: With a focus on open front-haul scenarios and the need for precise synchronization, class D clocks demonstrated impressive precision, even in complex chains.
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Upscaling Service Assurance and Network Automation
Gerhard Wieser, VP Automation from Elisa Polystar (CEO of Frinx.io prior to their acquisition) discusses: - Elisa Polystar's dedication to service assurance automation, closed-loop, and orchestration, built on a foundation of successful acquisitions and Elisa's own experience as a mobile operator. - Their comprehensive package of service assurance, transport automation, RAN automation, fault automation, and data operations, offering a compelling solution for customers. - The Elisa Polystar platform, which combines best-in-class products and experiences to help customers with service assurance automation, orchestration, and closed-loop processes.
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Sponsor Spotlight
Enhancing Enterprise Connectivity with Automation & Orchestration
How can automation and orchestration enhance enterprise connectivity? In the video, Stefan Walraven, CEO of Inmanta answers the question by covering: - Importance of time to market: How automation helps enterprises achieve secure and reliable connectivity when and where they need it. - Network as a service (#NaaS): Why #automation and orchestration are essential for delivering network on demand. - Intent-based approach: How Inmanta's unique method ensures a smooth transition from one stable state to another, providing better results.
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Enhancing Network Connectivity Offerings for Enterprises
Eli Karpilovski, CEO of InsidePacket, explains how service providers can enhance their network offerings for enterprise customers by: - Leveraging network-as-a-service (#NaaS) solutions to automate networks and provide seamless connectivity - Enabling application observability and other essential tools for enterprise customers - Reducing costs and opening new revenue streams by utilizing commodity off-the-shelf hardware
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Sponsor Spotlight
Exploring the Adoption of SRv6 and its Impact on Networking
Why is Segment Routing v6 (SRv6) becoming a major trend in the networking space? Sven Freudenfeld, CTO Telecom BU from Lanner, explains: - How he's seeing growing adoption of the IPv6 Segment Routing protocol - Lanner's Involvement in multiple projects focusing on SRv6 - How he expects to have more conversations with customers around SRv6
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Sponsor Spotlight
Maximizing Customer Engagement with Nokia's Latest Innovations
Roland Thienpont, Director IP Division Product Marketing from Nokia explains: - Why he's excited to be at MPLS WC with detailed in-depth customer discussion - How they are showcasing 800G, FP5 silicon, DeepField DDoS, and automation technologies - How he's seeing strong customer engagement and expectation to return next year
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Sponsor Spotlight
Maximizing Enterprise Networking with SD-WAN and MPLS Integration
James McInroe, Head of Marketing from Nuage Networks, explains how SD-WAN and MPLS work together to enhance enterprise networking. He covers how: - SD-WAN is gaining interest as a complementary service to MPLS, driving global enterprise networking - Vendors are exploring ways to offer managed SD-WAN alongside MPLS for enterprise customers - The integration of SD-WAN and MPLS can provide more efficient and flexible networking solutions
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Sponsor Spotlight Augtera
AI's Increasing Role in Network Operations
Jean-Marc Uzé, VP Sales Engineering from Augtera Networks explains: - AI's increasing role in network operations - Innovative ideas for AI implementation in the industry - The importance of collaboration and rich discussions at conferences like MPLS World Congress 2023
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Sponsor Spotlight
Exploring SRv6 uSID Scalability through Interoperability
Phil Banh, Sr Solutions Architect from Arrcus, explains what makes SRv6 uSID the future of scalable networking solutions: - High customer interest in #SRv6 and uSID scalability - Successful interoperability testing of SRv6 uSID with six other vendors in Berlin
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Sponsor Spotlight Juniper Network
Greetings from Upperside's MPLS World Congress 2023
Michel Gosse, co-founder and partner director of Upperside Conferences and Kireeti Kompella, SVP & CTO platform systems at Juniper Networks thank attendees and invite everyone to join the MPLS World Congress next year (2024) on its 25th Anniversary.
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Highlights from industry thought leaders
Video interviews
Converged Optical Solutions and Network Slicing for Enhanced SLAs
Jahanzeb Baqai, Senior Director PLM from Ciena, discusses: - The introduction of Ciena's new WaveRouter for converged optical solutions, which has received tremendous customer response - Importance of network slicing in maintaining end-to-end SLA guarantees
Enhancing Network Performance by Integrating with Cisco Crosswork
Tom Foottit, VP Products from Accedian, explains how Accedian's partnership with Cisco can improve network performance assurance. The video provides details on: - Integration between Accedian and Cisco Crosswork for automation and assurance - Utilizing SRv6 data and performance data for better network correlation - Successful implementation with service provider customer Colt
Innovations in SDN, SRv6, and Clock Synchronization for 5G Networks
What's new in the world of SDN, SRv6, and clock synchronization for 5G networks? Carsten Rossenhövel, Managing Director from EANTC, provides details on the 2023 interop test between multiple networking vendors: - Significant advancements in SRv6 technology: With eight vendors participating, five of them testing together for the first time, innovations like uSIDs and advanced traffic engineering scenarios were evaluated. - Focus on optimization, scaling, and operational efficiency: Mature technologies like EVPN over VXLAN, MPLS, and SRv6 are being optimized for better performance and ease of use in real-life network operations. - Innovations in clock synchronization for 5G use cases: With a focus on open front-haul scenarios and the need for precise synchronization, class D clocks demonstrated impressive precision, even in complex chains.
Upscaling Service Assurance and Network Automation
Gerhard Wieser, VP Automation from Elisa Polystar (CEO of Frinx.io prior to their acquisition) discusses: - Elisa Polystar's dedication to service assurance automation, closed-loop, and orchestration, built on a foundation of successful acquisitions and Elisa's own experience as a mobile operator. - Their comprehensive package of service assurance, transport automation, RAN automation, fault automation, and data operations, offering a compelling solution for customers. - The Elisa Polystar platform, which combines best-in-class products and experiences to help customers with service assurance automation, orchestration, and closed-loop processes.
Enhancing Enterprise Connectivity with Automation & Orchestration
How can automation and orchestration enhance enterprise connectivity? In the video, Stefan Walraven, CEO of Inmanta answers the question by covering: - Importance of time to market: How automation helps enterprises achieve secure and reliable connectivity when and where they need it. - Network as a service (#NaaS): Why #automation and orchestration are essential for delivering network on demand. - Intent-based approach: How Inmanta's unique method ensures a smooth transition from one stable state to another, providing better results.
Enhancing Network Connectivity Offerings for Enterprises
Eli Karpilovski, CEO of InsidePacket, explains how service providers can enhance their network offerings for enterprise customers by: - Leveraging network-as-a-service (#NaaS) solutions to automate networks and provide seamless connectivity - Enabling application observability and other essential tools for enterprise customers - Reducing costs and opening new revenue streams by utilizing commodity off-the-shelf hardware
Exploring the Adoption of SRv6 and its Impact on Networking
Why is Segment Routing v6 (SRv6) becoming a major trend in the networking space? Sven Freudenfeld, CTO Telecom BU from Lanner, explains: - How he's seeing growing adoption of the IPv6 Segment Routing protocol - Lanner's Involvement in multiple projects focusing on SRv6 - How he expects to have more conversations with customers around SRv6
Maximizing Customer Engagement with Nokia's Latest Innovations
Roland Thienpont, Director IP Division Product Marketing from Nokia explains: - Why he's excited to be at MPLS WC with detailed in-depth customer discussion - How they are showcasing 800G, FP5 silicon, DeepField DDoS, and automation technologies - How he's seeing strong customer engagement and expectation to return next year
Maximizing Enterprise Networking with SD-WAN and MPLS Integration
James McInroe, Head of Marketing from Nuage Networks, explains how SD-WAN and MPLS work together to enhance enterprise networking. He covers how: - SD-WAN is gaining interest as a complementary service to MPLS, driving global enterprise networking - Vendors are exploring ways to offer managed SD-WAN alongside MPLS for enterprise customers - The integration of SD-WAN and MPLS can provide more efficient and flexible networking solutions
AI's Increasing Role in Network Operations
Jean-Marc Uzé, VP Sales Engineering from Augtera Networks explains: - AI's increasing role in network operations - Innovative ideas for AI implementation in the industry - The importance of collaboration and rich discussions at conferences like MPLS World Congress 2023
Exploring SRv6 uSID Scalability through Interoperability
Phil Banh, Sr Solutions Architect from Arrcus, explains what makes SRv6 uSID the future of scalable networking solutions: - High customer interest in #SRv6 and uSID scalability - Successful interoperability testing of SRv6 uSID with six other vendors in Berlin
Greetings from Upperside's MPLS World Congress 2023
Michel Gosse, co-founder and partner director of Upperside Conferences and Kireeti Kompella, SVP & CTO platform systems at Juniper Networks thank attendees and invite everyone to join the MPLS World Congress next year (2024) on its 25th Anniversary.
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