Agenda

08:30 - 08:50

08:50 - 09:10

09:10 - 09:30

09:30 - 09:50

09:50 - 10:10

APAC network operators and thought leaders share their insights on how full fiber, FTTx networks will enable 5G coverage.
-       The convergence of fixed broadband and wireless network strategies and what this means for the deep fiber deployment supply chain
-       Update on 5G trials and proof of concepts from across APAC region: what are the latest network requirement specifications and standards?
-       The business case development for using FTTx deployment expertise for the next wave of network deployment
-       Latest research and development of 5G applications that are creating new 5G ecosystems
 -      Where can partnership, investment and innovation be focused to facilitate deployment?

In which parts of the APAC region are the current hotspots for FTTx and other deep fiber deployment? Where are the key opportunities for partnership and investment?
-       Update on BharatNet, India’s massive drive to connect its villages with fiber networks
-       What is the status of the region’s rising stars in deployment in South East Asia such as Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia?
-       How has the Philippines achieved such a huge deployment in such a short time?
-       How are national programs in Australia and New Zealand being rolled out?
-       Can shared infrastructure enable more effective deployment or network management?
-       What is the role of cable television companies and unconventional network operators?

Smart City session that unites municipal leaders and technology companies to explain the benefits of a fiber power connected city and how they can be implemented.
-       What are the deep fiber requirements of sensor networks that enable IoT functionality and Smart City capabilities?
-       The benefits of Smart City investments to a municipality (Parking sensors, traffic flow, safety and security, waste management, energy consumption)
-       Engaging local government and voters by outlining the benefits to citizens of a Smart City from improved traffic flow, security and utility control
-       How can carriers, municipal leaders and technology companies coordinate to create seamless digital ecosystems?

A policymaker and regulator panel will allow government representatives from across APAC to share strategies that encouraged and sped-up fiber deployment and created effective, competitive telecom markets.
-       Unleashing the economic benefits of being a technology leader in 5G deployment and eliminating the digital divide across APAC
-       How has fiber deployment led to economic advantage? How can government facilitate and support private sector investment?
-       Eliminating regulatory barriers that inhibit carriers or other investors in deep fiber, restrict digital services or monetization mechanisms
-       Encouraging voluntary sharing of deep fiber and associated communications infrastructure such as trenches, conduit, rights of way and cell sites to enable effective deployment

- Network splicing, software-defined network and network functions virtualization: What this means for deep fiber deployment and maintenance
- Installation and fiber-handling deployment techniques that uses the best practise techniques and technology
- Understanding weaknesses and strengths in a deployed deep fiber network to ensure that it reaches its lifespan

Members of FTTH Councils from around the world close the conference and share their global perspectives on conference proceedings.

An afternoon of focused workshops will be held in the conference auditorium.

-          FTTH Deployment

-          Cable Selection

-          Network Design

-          Passive optical network technology

-          Monetizing FTTH

-          Home network differentiation