Ep 43 - Telco’s Pinball Wizard: Neil McRae

Ep 43 - Telco’s Pinball Wizard: Neil McRae

Author: Danielle Rios, TelcoDR June 14, 2022 Duration: 18:11
BT Chief Architect Neil McRae talks about the company's digital transformation and strategies for working with hyperscalers ... and pinball, of course!

Hosted by Danielle Rios of TelcoDR, Telco in 20 is a forward-looking conversation for leaders navigating the immense technological shift on the horizon. This podcast operates on a core premise: the coming two decades will see the telecommunications industry fundamentally reshaped by the dual forces of public cloud migration and artificial intelligence. It’s a practical guide for executives who need to move beyond theory and understand the actionable steps required for transformation. Each episode features high-profile guests from various corners of the telecom world, offering diverse perspectives on where the industry is headed. Listeners will hear candid discussions about the real-world impact of AI, the strategic imperatives behind moving IT estates to the cloud, and the tough decisions needed to not just survive but thrive. The dialogue is focused on savvy implementation-how to actually drive change, manage the transition, and position a company for a future that’s arriving faster than many predict. This isn't about vague futurism; it's a grounded, expert-led exploration of the specific technologies, business models, and leadership philosophies defining the next era of telecom. Tune in for a clear-eyed assessment of the challenges and opportunities, all aimed at preparing you and your organization for the radical evolution already underway.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Telco in 20
Podcast Episodes
Ep 100 - The SPECIAL 100th episode of Telco in 20 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:58
In this milestone episode, we take a look at telecom's journey to the public cloud over the past four years and recap the game-changing moves that have pushed the industry forward.
Ep 98 - Safaricom: On the hunt for revenue (Fawzia Ali) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:30
Safaricom, the company behind Africa's mobile payment system M-PESA, is applying AI to create personalized offers, build a super app, and boost network efficiency. Its innovative approach could be the blueprint for telco…
Ep 95 - African telcos: forge a new path! (Ali Hussein Kassim) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:24
Ali Talks Tech podcast host Ali Hussein Kassim and I explore how African telcos can capitalize on using the public cloud with older networks, how AI is poised to drive real change on the continent, and more.
Ep 94 - Are you ready for Singtel? (Anna Yip) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:46
Singtel, a leading MNO in AsiaPac, has a reputation for innovation. Anna Yip, CEO of business development and deputy CEO for Singapore, shares insights into the telco’s efforts to build new revenue, customer satisfaction…