DT is scaling AI by deploying a machine learning operation platform (MLOps) serving as a harmonized development environment to accelerate deployment of common models and multiple ML use cases across the organizations.  DT has created a collaborative development environment that fosters innovation by providing common tools and resources both for in-house experts and external partners.
DT aims to improve critical areas like operational efficiency, autonomous network operations, quality assurance and customer experience.

DT is scaling AI by deploying a machine learning operation platform (MLOps) serving as a harmonized development environment to accelerate deployment of common models and multiple ML use cases across the organizations. 

Basma Driss leads the vendor strategy and the collaboration with AI & Automation partners. Her role is valuable in driving the implementation of autonomous networks across Deutsche Telekom's diverse markets. With over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, Basma has held various leadership and customer facing roles at Ericsson and Marconi. Throughout her career, she has successfully led complex transformation projects and multi-cultural teams, consistently delivered business value and achieved positive outcomes.

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Basma Driss

Carlos Fernandes, VP Business Owner Core and Devices at Deutsche Telekom since December 2024, leads the delivery of technology services in Europe, overseeing Core, Devices, Automation, Data and AI platforms.
He has over 25 years of international experience across multiple communication service providers, with expertise in Radio, Access, Transport, Core, and Analytics, holding 10 patents in these fields.
Carlos has driven major transformation initiatives, including agile adoption, resource efficiency, and post-M&A restructuring and made several decisive contributes to the industry and ecosystem via its roles at GSMA and NGMN.

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Carlos Fernandes

VP Business Owner Core and Devices at Deutsche Telekom

Thomas Nilsson has over 20 years of experience from the telecommunication & IT industries. During his time in Elisa Polystar, he has held a number of management positions within the company, including Chief Technology Officer. As Chief Product Officer, Thomas oversees development of the entire Elisa Polystar product portfolio and outlines its strategy direction.

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Thomas Nilsson

Boris Drilo has held the position of CTIO at Hrvatski Telekom since 2017 and is responsible for development and implementation of latest mobile and fixed networks technologies, information and business systems. During his mandate, Hrvatski Telekom achieved several industry changing achievements, such as the launch of the first commercial 5G network in Croatia, the biggest fiber roll-outs, all-time best network performance, continuously winning awards and recognitions for the best mobile and fixed networks. He previously held several executive positions with Hrvatski Telekom, a CTIO function with Iskon internet, and managerial roles with Ericsson Group, where he was engaged on the development and application of telecommunications networks and new technologies.

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Boris Drilo

Member of the Management Board and Chief Technical and Chief Information Officer, Hrvatski Telekom

As the CEO of Bellevue-based AI company Tupl, Petri ensures that the truly international team of Tupleers creates "Automation by AI" magic every day. Petri joined Tupl when the company was emerging from stealth mode (Q4 2015) and moved with his family from Japan to the Greater Seattle area.
Under his leadership, Tupl has been at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning into network operations, driving advancements in operational efficiency and automation across several industry segments (Telecommunications, Industry, Agriculture, Health, etc.).
Tupl has since grown into an international company with subsidiaries in Europe and Japan.
Petri’s most recent position prior to Tupl was as Nokia CTO for the Japan & APAC markets. During an earlier stint in Japan, Petri was instrumental in growing the network business six-fold, reaching well over 1 billion USD in sales. Petri also worked in the Seattle area as CTO for Nokia towards T-Mobile, orchestrating a new mobile network solution that millions of T-Mobile users are now enjoying.

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