Flipping the Switch (p)ON: Operators’ view of converting from DSL to PON architecture

Track: Engineering

Session Number: 125
Date: Mon, Jun 3rd, 2019
Time: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Room: Sarasota

Description:

Deploying fiber to the home is not accomplished overnight. For operators overbuilding existing DSL networks, the cutover process and ultimate decommissioning of the copper network can span months to years. Thoughtful planning on the new physical infrastructure and preparations for managing concurrent operational demands are just a couple of the insights that will be shared.
Session Type: Breakout Session

Learning Objective #1: Attendees will learn how to effectively plan for cutting over an existing DSL networks while maintaining existing operations.
Learning Objective #2: Attendees will benefit from the knowledge and experience of panelists who will share their insights on best practices for managing concurrent operational demands as well as considerations for when and how to offer new services to consumers.
Intended Audience Level: Essentials, Intermediate, Advanced
Stage of fiber deployment: Planning/early stage, Performing, Prime, Legacy
Session Type: Breakout Session

Learning Objective #1: Attendees will learn how to effectively plan for cutting over an existing DSL networks while maintaining existing operations.
Learning Objective #2: Attendees will benefit from the knowledge and experience of panelists who will share their insights on best practices for managing concurrent operational demands as well as considerations for when and how to offer new services to consumers.
Intended Audience Level: Essentials, Intermediate, Advanced
Stage of fiber deployment: Planning/early stage, Performing, Prime, Legacy

Speakers

Primary Presenter
Jay Borer
Director of Carrier Market Development
Corning