Eric Joyce spotlights intelligent automation strategies for next-generation fiber networks at Connected Britain 2026
Session will examine how ISPs are embedding AI into operational workflows to improve efficiency, accelerate service delivery and support network growth
- Speakers: Eric Joyce, director of technology and solutions, EMEA at Adtran (moderator); Cameron Warren, director of network engineering at HBNL; Luke Saunders, principal network engineer for access and wholesale platform architectures at FibreNest
- Topics: Beyond dashboards: How operators are weaving AI into the fabric of fiber operations
- When: Wednesday, September 9, 2 p.m. BST
- Where: Connected Britain 2026, Excel London, London, UK https://www.terrapinn.com/conference/connected-britain/index.stm
Fiber broadband service providers are under increasing pressure to scale networks, streamline operations and meet growing customer expectations while keeping costs under control. As artificial intelligence matures, operators are moving beyond traditional dashboards and reporting tools, embedding intelligence directly into operational workflows, automation and decision-making.
In this session, the panel will explore practical applications of AI, automation and APIs, examining how fiber operators can simplify workflows, reduce manual effort and make better use of network data. The discussion will also examine how operators are putting AI into practice today and what this means for efficiency, service delivery and future network growth.