5G Network Automation and AI at Global Megaevents: A Telco AI-at-scale case study with Ooredoo and Ericsson

Together with Ericsson and Ooredoo Qatar we will explore how AI technologies are being harnessed to maximize network performance during this challenging large-scale event, yet still deliver superior service experience and exceed all expectations for efficiency.  

We will discuss the power of cognitive technologies in the race for best performing networks and superior end user experience.  Learn from industry experts about achieving high-speed 5G connectivity, for a seamless and enjoyable fan experience through AI and Cognitive Software. 

Learn how Ooredoo achieve these amazing results: 

Speakers:

Gabriel Brown

Principal Analyst – Mobile Networks and 5G, Heavy Reading

Gabriel leads mobile network research for Heavy Reading. He covers system architecture including RAN, core, and service-layer platforms. Key research topics include 5G, LTE Advanced, software-based mobile core, and the application of cloud technologies to mobile networking. Gabriel has more than 15 years’ experience as a mobile network analyst. Prior to joining Heavy Reading, he was Chief Analyst for Light Reading’s Insider research service; before that, he was editor of IP Wireline and Wireless Week at London's Euromoney Institutional Investor.

Ibrahim Eldeftar

Head of Solution Line Cognitive Software & Services, Ericsson

A global business leader who enjoys setting strategies and executing them. With visionary, sharp, multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural leadership skills, I have achieved business excellence in projects and areas I lead across countries and in challenging conditions. Challenges give me energy and don’t divert me from understanding the big picture!

Ibrahim is currently the Head of Service Line Cognitive Software & Services in Ericsson. He’s been working for Ericsson for more than 16 years now, in multiple capacities and in different leadership positions across the globe, one of his last roles being Head of Artificial Intelligence and Analytics in Market Head of Middle East and Africa. He’s considered one of the thought leaders for AI & Analytics in the telecom industries.

GÜNTHER OTTENDORFER

CTIO, Ooredoo Qatar

Günther Ottendorfer started his international career in the telecommunication sector 25 years ago. From 1987 to 1992 the Austrian-born Günther Ottendorfer studied Computer Science at the Technical University of Vienna. In 1996 he became a founding member of mobile operator max.mobil in Austria. He gained considerable management experience as COO and CTO for T-Mobile Austria, as CTO for T-Mobile Germany and as European Technology Director at Group level for T-Mobile International.

In 2011 he became Managing Director Networks at Optus Singtel, Australia’s second largest telecommunications provider with Mobile, Fixed, Cable and Satelitte networks. In addition, he spearheaded the introduction of LTE which Optus pioneered as one of the first operators globally.

In September 2013 Günther Ottendorfer joined Telekom Austria Group as Group Chief Technology Officer (CTIO) responsible for Network and IT in 8 countries. At Telekom Austria he was also Chairman/Vice-Chairman of the OpCo Boards and M2M subsidiary. He was driving LTE rollout and especially NFV (Network Function Virtualization) as one of the first operators in the World.

In July 2015 he joined Sprint USA as COO Technology responsible for Network, IT and Device and Product Development and later also Digital Transformation. Günther led a very successful Network re-vamp via a Densification and Optimization Strategy leveraging Sprint’s high-band Spectrum. Also a NFV push to modernize for 5G and other innovations like Small Cells, Magic BOX (even flying) were driven by him and his team.

Günther joined Ooredoo in January 2019 to drive especially the Network Modernization, the 5G roadmap, IT Transformation and the Journey to 2022. The Amir Cup 2019 was an excellent first showcase for Radio Modernization and Stadium Coverage/ Quality and for 5G Usecases – followed by successful big events with the World Athletics and the FIFA Club Worldcup 2019.