About this episode

Howard Watson shares insights from his extensive career in the telecom industry as he prepares for retirement.

Howard Watson, who is retiring from his role as BT's Chief Security and Networks Officer, shares his perspective on today's telecoms industry gained from more than 40 years in the technology and telecoms space. Guest speakers: Howard Watson, Chief Security & Networks Officer, BT Host: Mark Newman, Chief Analyst, TM Forum Joanne Taaffe, Editor in Chief, TM Forum

People in this episode

Host: Mark Newman

Guest: Howard Watson

Topics covered

• AI
• telecom industry
• technology
• security
• networks

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Organizations: BT

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