A Flying Start at MWC Barcelona

My first week at Wanscale was one to remember. No quiet onboarding at the office, but straight into the deep end: four days at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, the place where the future of connectivity is shaped. From inspiring keynotes to impressive innovations, this week was all about technological progress and the ever-changing role of networks.

Highlights from MWC Barcelona

The MWC exhibition floor is a world in itself. From startups to tech giants, everyone is present to showcase what the future holds. Here are some key trends and moments that stood out to me:

AI and Networks: The Rise of Autonomous WANs

AI was the buzzword at MWC, and nowhere was this more evident than in network technology. Where companies once struggled with complex network configurations, AI-driven automation now enables self-learning, self-optimizing WANs. Think of networks that can switch in real-time based on usage data and detect threats before they cause damage. This aligns perfectly with what we do at Wanscale: building smart, future-proof network solutions.

Private 5G and Edge Computing: Faster, Smarter, Safer

More and more companies want control over their own connectivity. Private 5G networks and edge computing were hot topics. The promise? Less reliance on traditional network providers and more customized solutions for mission-critical applications. This is especially interesting for industries like manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare, where speed and reliability are essential.

The Evolution of Connectivity: More Than Just Speed

What really stood out to me is that connectivity is no longer just about ‘faster and better.’ The focus is increasingly on flexibility, security, and sustainability. How do we ensure that networks use energy more efficiently? How do we guarantee security in an increasingly complex digital world? Additionally, availability is becoming more crucial than ever: almost no one can function without connectivity, and businesses come to a complete standstill without access to the internet or the cloud. These questions are shaping the industry’s direction.

Connections and Connectivity: The New Reality

MWC Barcelona is not just about technology but also about people and collaboration. In four days, I had more fascinating conversations than I could have hoped for. New contacts, valuable insights, and above all, confirmation that connectivity is becoming increasingly important, but not always in the ways we are used to.

In a world where remote work has become the norm, IoT devices are growing exponentially, and AI is making more and more decisions, our expectations of networks are changing. Connectivity is no longer just about cables and signals but about connecting people, processes, and data in a way that adds value.

An Inspiring Start

Looking back on my first week at Wanscale, I can only conclude that this promises to be an exciting adventure. The industry’s dynamics, the speed of innovation, and the power of collaboration. These are precisely the elements that excite me about getting started. I look forward to what the future holds and how we at Wanscale can play an active role in shaping the networks of tomorrow.

Jos Beckers

Born and raised in Rijsbergen as the son of an entrepreneurial family, I have gained a wide range of experiences in various sectors from an early age. At the age of twenty, I took my first steps into the ICT industry, and by thirty, I had started my first IT company. Over the years, I have acquired in-depth knowledge and experience in network solutions.

Most people probably know me from IP Visie, the company I co-founded with my partner Fouad, where we both worked for over 15 years. During that time, we gained extensive experience in building a core network distributed across multiple data centers. It was there that I truly learned how crucial data communication is and how the world is becoming increasingly dependent on reliable and secure connectivity.

Connectivity is a patchwork of different technologies, networks, and equipment. It requires the right knowledge and experience to seamlessly integrate all these elements and build complex solutions. This challenging and dynamic field continues to fascinate me, especially as communication plays an ever-growing role in how we work and live.

In my free time, I enjoy staying active and taking long rides on my gravel bike. As a true bon vivant, I love good food and prefer spending my vacations in Italy, my favorite destination.

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