CommsDay Live

In this episode of CommsDay Live, host Grahame Lynch kicks off the year by diving into a critical topic within the telecom industry—its structural transformation. Joined by Zorawar Singh from Kearney, they explore delayering - concept that challenges traditional vertically integrated telecom models. The discussion revolves around the potential benefits of delayering via the separation of telecom into three distinct entities: infrastructure, network equipment, and service provision. Singh presents the core thesis of a recent paper, explaining how operating as independent entities can lead to greater enterprise value, operational efficiencies, and financial transparency. The discussion also touches on the implications of this model for investors, regulatory bodies, and consumers, highlighting the opportunities and challenges that come with such transformational changes. Real-world examples from Australia and other parts of the world illustrate the potential for success and the lessons learned in implementing delayering.

In this episode of CommsDay Live, host Grahame Lynch welcomes a special guest, Pekka Lundmark, the global CEO of Nokia. Joining us from his first visit to Australia as CEO, Lundmark shares his journey with Nokia, starting in the 1990s and returning as CEO four years ago. Lundmark delves into Nokia's involvement in the data centre market and their plans to offer solutions that meet the increasing demands for security and reliability. The conversation also explores the challenges and opportunities presented by the evolving telecom landscape, including the importance of 5G standalone networks and the future of 6G. Lundmark concludes by discussing the potential for growth in Australia and Nokia's role in supporting these developments.

Welcome to CommsDay Live! In this special episode, Tim Marshall, former CommsDay editor, sits down with Rosemary Sinclair, Chief Executive of the Australian Internet Domain Administration (auDA). As part of a series celebrating the first 30 years of Communications Day, they discuss the evolution of the public internet in Australia and Sinclair's unique experiences in the telecommunications sector. From her early encounters with the internet to her role in shaping consumer advocacy, Sinclair shares insights into the dramatic changes the industry has undergone. They also delve into the critical importance of connectivity during events like COVID-19 and natural disasters.

Welcome back to CommDay Live, hosted by Tim Marshall, former CommsDay editor and head of TM Advisory. In this episode of a series celebrating the first 30 years of Communications Day, Tim speaks with David Kennedy, Managing Director at Venture Insights. David shares his unique perspective on the evolution of the Australian telecommunications sector over the past three decades. Join us as David reflects on his early career in policy and his experiences with the internet in its nascent stages. He discusses the transformative impact of technology on the industry, the role of government in telecommunications, and the critical issues facing the sector today, such as cyber security and sustainable investment.

Welcome to the second episode of our special series celebrating the 30th anniversary of Communications Day. Hosted by former Comms Day editor Tim Marshall and featuring Grahame Lynch, the founder and publisher of Comms Day, this episode dives deep into the major themes and events that have shaped the telecommunications sector over the past three decades. We explore the evolution of Telstra, the development of universal high-speed broadband, and the ongoing saga of the NBN. Grahame shares his personal insights on the twists and turns that have defined the industry, reflecting on technological shifts, policy responses, and the heated battles that have taken place. The episode also touches on the global impact of mobile technology, the rise of OTT players, and the increasing importance of network resilience. As we look ahead, we discuss the challenges and opportunities that lie in the future of telecommunications. Join us for an engaging and informative discussion that not only celebrates the past 30 years but also contemplates the future of telecommunications.

In this episode, we feature two feature interviews:00.00 BAI Communications' CEO Peter Lambourne talks about the fascinating evolution of a company that began as a Australian government transmission operation and now provides digital infrastructure services in places such as New York City.21.00 Allot's VP APAC sales Weiming Li talks about his firm's network native security proposition and its partnerships with some of the world's leading telco groups such as Vodafone, Telefonica and Verizon.