Fibreside Podcast

In this episode of Fibreside, the conversation explores the evolving landscape of enterprise wireless networks, including the transition from Corning to Airspan and what it means for the future of connectivity.With the combination of DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems), Private LTE, and RAN technologies, Airspan is helping enterprises build more complete, scalable wireless solutions—especially as demand grows in a post-pandemic construction boom.A key shift discussed is how enterprises are increasingly funding their own wireless infrastructure, rather than relying solely on carriers. This change is opening new opportunities across commercial real estate, hospitality, and large-scale venues.The discussion also highlights:The strategic transition from Corning to AirspanHow combining fiber and wireless solutions creates a full connectivity ecosystemThe growing role of Private LTE and DAS in enterprise environmentsWhy carriers are prioritizing large venues while enterprises fund their own systemsMarket momentum as construction and infrastructure projects accelerate post-pandemicAs wireless demand continues to grow, organizations that adopt flexible, scalable network solutions will be best positioned for the future.Subscribe to Fibreside for more insights on fiber infrastructure, wireless networks, and the future of enterprise connectivity.#DAS #PrivateLTE #WirelessNetworks #Telecom- Fibreside is the infrastructure podcast from Advanced Business Communications, hosted by Ed O’Brien and Ken DePalo. We explore fiber optic infrastructure, AI-ready power systems, in-building wireless solutions, and data center design for enterprise, healthcare, and commercial real estate environments.From fiber and UPS to distributed antenna systems (DAS) and private 5G, we cover the technologies powering the future of connected buildings.Learn more about ABC:Website: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/advanced-business-comm/posts/?feedView=allBlog: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/news-educationContact: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/contact#FiberOpticInfrastructure #InBuildingWireless #DataCenterDesign #EnterpriseConnectivity #Private5G

In this episode of Fibreside, industry experts Ken Depalo and Ed O’Brien dive deep into the evolving world of fiber infrastructure, broadband expansion, and the technologies shaping the future of connectivity.From network deployment strategies to the growing demand for high‑speed connectivity, Ken and Ed explore how fiber networks are transforming telecommunications, enabling smarter infrastructure, and supporting the next generation of digital services.Whether you work in telecom, network infrastructure, broadband deployment, or are simply interested in the future of connectivity, this conversation offers valuable insights into where the fiber industry is headed.Topics covered in this episode include: • The evolution of fiber infrastructure and broadband deployment • Industry challenges and opportunities in network expansion • Policy, funding, and market dynamics affecting fiber rollout • The role of fiber in supporting emerging technologies and connectivity demands • Future outlook for telecom infrastructure and high‑capacity networksSubscribe for more episodes of Fibreside, where industry leaders discuss the technologies, policies, and strategies shaping the future of fiber and telecommunications.#FiberOptics #FiberInfrastructure #Telecommunications #FiberNetworkChapters:00:00:00 Introduction to the episode00:02:30 Guest backgrounds and industry experience00:07:15 The current state of fiber infrastructure00:13:40 Demand for broadband and network capacity00:20:05 Policy, funding, and regulatory landscape00:27:10 Challenges in deploying fiber networks00:34:45 Innovations shaping fiber technology00:41:20 Emerging industry trends and opportunities00:48:10 Key insights for telecom and infrastructure leaders00:52:30 Final thoughts and episode wrap-upFibreside is the infrastructure podcast from Advanced Business Communications, hosted by Ed O’Brien and Ken DePalo. We explore fiber optic infrastructure, AI-ready power systems, in-building wireless solutions, and data center design for enterprise, healthcare, and commercial real estate environments.From fiber and UPS to distributed antenna systems (DAS) and private 5G, we cover the technologies powering the future of connected buildings.Learn more about ABC:Website: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/advanced-business-comm/posts/?feedView=allBlog: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/news-educationContact: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/contact#FiberOpticInfrastructure #InBuildingWireless #DataCenterDesign #EnterpriseConnectivity #Private5G

In this first episode of Fibreside, Ed O’Brian and Ken DePalo share the origin story of Advanced Business Communications (ABC) and its journey through nearly four decades of telecommunications evolution.Ed recounts entering the fiber optic industry in 1986 and helping install one of the first enterprise fiber optic backbones in the United States. From early scrappy days competing against dominant brands in New York City to navigating the dot-com collapse and rebuilding with focused partnerships, ABC refined its strategy around representing industry leaders like Corning and Eaton.The conversation explores how Eaton’s acquisitions expanded ABC’s reach from wire management into power distribution, containment, self-contained data centers, and now liquid cooling systems. With the addition of Airspan, ABC now operates at the intersection of fiber, power, and wireless infrastructure.Ed and Ken break down their ecosystem sales model, the importance of subject matter expertise, and why reliability and accountability remain their competitive advantage as AI accelerates enterprise data center demand.If you are interested in enterprise networking, AI infrastructure, fiber optics, power systems, or data center strategy, this episode of Fibreside delivers real-world perspective from operators who have been building since the beginning.Learn more about ABC:Website: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/advanced-business-comm/posts/?feedView=allBlog: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/news-educationContact: https://advancedbusinesscomm.com/contact