In this insightful debate with Michael Habib and Sherief Selim, key topics surrounding hyperscalers in the telecom industry were explored. The discussion highlighted B2B as a critical focus for hyperscalers, with the avoidance of core functions not being considered a failure. They also touched on the growing importance of certification programs driven by customer (CSP) demands and the need for flexible market strategies to accommodate diverse business requirements. The conversation emphasized the importance of practical, buzzword-free discussions to clarify the end-to-end picture of hyperscaler strategies in telco.
Did Hyerscalers Fail to crack Telecom?!
A question addressed to Sherief Selim, Senior solutions Specialist Lead, Telco and Media Industry at Microsoft.
Hyperscalers Success Vs Market reports
A question addressed to Michael Habib, Network solutions Sales Lead, ME at Accenture.
Hyperscalers Market Value Proposition
Why is there hype around hyperscalers? What is the value proposition provided by these market players?
Is B2B the sweet spot for Hyperscalers?
Is it fair to position Hyperscalers offerings for B2B? Shall we take the Consumer Core Function out of the equation? Will you welcome hosting vBNG on the public cloud?
Hyperscalers tactics Vs Telcos Expectations
We see different themes and tactics of Hyperscalers offerings. So, sometimes we see a hyperscaler that does many acquisitions, that eventually leads to offering a full stack including the telco apps. While Others tend to promote the idea of partnerships and have a list of certified telco apps and sometimes using the Marketplace as a differentiator. How do you see these strategies and what actually the telcos are looking for?
Recent Market announcements
Many PRs lately has been published out of the MWC announcing partnerships between the Operators and hyperscalers and even the hyperscalers involvement in Telco initiatives are significantly increasing (e.g. AWS AI OpenRan). What does this mean and how we interpret these announcements?
Hyperscalers and Telco Vendors (Partners or Competitors)?
The relation between hyperscalers and Telco vendors. Is it a competition or a partnership?
Are Telcos shifting to OPEX based model?
Does shifting to an OPEX-based model give an edge to hyperscalers
Cloud Certification Programs
Who has the upper hand in the certification programs? Do Telco vendors cooperate with Hyperscales in such programs?
Multi Cloud & Charging OTTs
Is it a good strategy to adopt Multi-cloud? How do you see the EU’s demand to charge OTTs? Is there an opportunity here for Telcos or Hyperscalers?
What is the future of Telco Skillset?
Is there a threat to the classic Telco Skillset?
Public Cloud Security & Regulatory Requirements
What is your experience and vision about adopting public cloud preserving security & regulatory requirements?