Webinar: Navigating the future of Utility Networks: Autonomous Utility Telecom

An overview of how utilities can plan and modernize their communications networks to meet future operational and technology demands.

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  • Instructor 1
    Tom Carrol
  • Instructor 2
    John Neely
  • Level
    All
  • Video time
    63 min
  • Recording Date
    June 2025

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Today’s utilities are laser-focused on the modernization of both the grid and telecom network to keep pace with the electrification of our society. The rapid increase of technologies like smart grid, electric transportation, AI, Machine Learning, and IoT are putting a tremendous strain on Utilities to meet the current and future demand. Next-gen networks with autonomous operations are the path to success, but they require intelligent end-to-end command and control to adjust to ever-changing conditions, including natural disasters. Join us for a focused session exploring practical strategies and real-world case studies that show what’s truly working.
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  • Utility communications and network engineers

  • IT and OT leaders in utility organizations

  • Infrastructure and digital transformation teams

  • Utility executives responsible for communications strategy

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What you´ll learn

  • Understand the key forces shaping the future of utility communications

  • Evaluate strategic approaches to communications modernization
  • Identify emerging technologies impacting utility networks

  • Recognize how communications planning supports long term utility goals

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Your Instructors

Tom Carroll
Director of Solutions Engineering, Enghouse Networks

John Neely
Director of Business Development - Americas, Assentria

About the instructors

Tom Carroll has a BS degree in Electrical Engineering and has worked in information technology for 27 years. He specializes in presales for Telecommunications, Service Assurance, and Information Security systems and has worked at Enghouse since 2016 as the Director of Solutions Engineering for the Americas.

John Neely is the Director of Business Development at Asentria, where he plays a key role in driving growth and expanding the company’s client base. With a strong background in IT and network security, John brings a rare blend of technical expertise and commercial insight to the evolving world of telecom site monitoring. He specializes in helping clients adopt advanced technologies - including AI and machine learning - to enhance network performance and resilience. John's deep understanding of industry challenges ensures Asentria stays at the forefront of innovation with modern, future-ready solutions.
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