Operations & Transformation – Page 6
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PremiumElsewhere in BT Business: BT doubles down on carbon dashboard initiative
BT doubles down on carbon dashboard initiative as emissions reduction goals spread to customers’ IT estates.
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OperationsTelefónica to merge digital and R&D units
Chema Alonso to take helm at Telefónica Innovación Digital, with direct report into Chief Strategy and Development Officer Mark Evans. New unit to focus on internal technology development, leaning on GSMA’s Open Gateway API platform.
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PremiumBT to reduce Adastral Park presence
More than a thousand jobs may be affected by plans, but BT working “closely” with those impacted to offer support including redeployment options where possible.
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OperationsBT takes next steps to become circular business
BT reports operational waste uptick of 83% despite pledge to “build towards” a circular Group by 2030.
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PremiumTMUS counts on AI to reduce churn
TMUS CEO irked that “millions of people” left the operator during 2022.
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Strategy & ChangeBT wrestling with skills gap in “turbulent” times
BT Business seeking to position itself as a dynamic workplace as telcos continue to battle deep-pocketed IT rivals for vital software skills.
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PeopleVodafone brings in Orange transformation guru amid Spanish strategic review
Vodafone Spain tees up M&A big hitter to lead strategy and transformation of flagging OpCo.
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OperationsVirgin Media O2 to slash up to 2,000 jobs
Operator expected to make cuts by end of July. Move comes in wake of property portfolio review and planned closure of long-established Slough HQ.
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OperationsHSBC to take up tenancy at former BT HQ
UK bank makes plans to move to St Paul’s offices as hybrid working cuts the need for Canary Wharf tower.
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Partnerships & AlliancesDT MMS ties with public blockchain network Polygon
New partnership with Polygon extends operator’s blockchain ‘validator’ role. Agreement closely follows deal with Energy Web to join “world’s first” public blockchain for the energy sector.
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OperationsProgress made, but long road ahead for Vodacom on emissions reduction
Group reports 17.3% downturn in total Scope 1 & 2 emissions when compared to previous FY.
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Consumer (B2C)BT’s new retail hub is a ‘glimpse into the world of new EE’
Consumer CEO Marc Allera says launch of EE Studio represents BT’s converged consumer ambition and strategic transformation.
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Strategy & ChangeFreshwave: Securing essential connectivity across transport hubs
Tom Bennett, Chief Technology Officer, Freshwave, explores how neutral host providers can provide expertise to MNOs on in-building coverage, including sector-specific regulations and specialist knowledge. Mobile private networks touted as next new innovation for busy ports. Potentially “industry-changing” open RAN needs more real-world testing.
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OperationsT-Mobile Poland opens technology hub in Warsaw
New unit joins DT’s growing network of technology hubs. Polish NatCo plans to hire 500 IT and network technology specialists over next three years.
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PremiumElsewhere in Vodafone Group: Group extends Paddington HQ lease
Group extends Paddington HQ lease.
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Strategy & ChangeCityFibre: service problems are inevitable; failing your customers is not
The real mettle of a business is often exposed when something goes wrong for the customer.
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PremiumElsewhere in Vodafone Europe: Vodafone Germany trials digital twin solution to protect urban trees
Vodafone Germany trials digital twin solution to protect urban trees.
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OperationsHrvatski Telekom does U-turn on net maintenance ownership
Croatian operator to re-insource construction and maintenance tasks when contract with Ericsson Nikola Tesla expires.
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Elsewhere in Germany: DT in BNetZ talks on ‘game-changing’ copper shutdown
DT in BNetZ talks on ‘game-changing’ copper shutdown.