Andre Leroux

This is a great case study from last year's #F1 race, demonstrating the incredible potential of advanced technologies like #5G private mobile networks, #MEC and #AI. I'm excited to see how these technologies will further enable remarkable advances in telerobotics and remote operations for Canadian businesses! Read the full case study here: https://spr.ly/6043gHTJV #IWorkAtBell

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How Will Rogers' 5G Cloud-RAN Milestone Shape Canada's Connectivity Future? 🔍 Rogers Communications recently achieved a significant milestone by conducting a successful trial of 5G cloud-radio access network (cloud RAN) technology in collaboration with Ericsson during a live Toronto Blue Jays game on Canada Day. This trial marked the first deployment of cloud RAN over a commercial network at a live event in Canada, highlighting the company's dedication to advancing 5G technology. With this new technology, Rogers aims to enhance network reliability, resiliency, and energy efficiency, ultimately delivering more consistent and reliable network services across the country for both consumers and enterprise customers. The acquisition of nationwide 5G spectrum in the 3.8 GHz band positions Rogers to expand its 5G services, benefiting not only urban areas but also rural and Indigenous communities across Canada. How do you foresee these technological advancements shaping the future of connectivity and innovation in Canada? Share your thoughts! 🌐💭 #5G #Technology #Innovation  #RogersCommunications

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Connectivity, innovation, and operational efficiency—three pillars that are transforming industrial sectors today. This collaboration between MacLean Engineering and Bell is a prime example of how strategic technological investments can fuel advancements in critical industries like mining. It got me thinking about how similar breakthroughs in infrastructure and connectivity could accelerate innovation within our own operations at Tenaris. As we continue to invest in groundbreaking projects like the Consteel® furnace, aligning our infrastructure to support automation and next-gen solutions will be key to driving future growth and sustainability. This type of forward-thinking collaboration is what inspires me to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, especially in areas like operational safety, automation, and sustainability. #tenarishickman

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MWC Las Vegas needs a reboot. Seemingly, half the exhibitors from 2019 have disappeared. More concerning, there’s only one major U.S. operator on the floor and no Canadian or CALA operators. None of the traditional RAN hardware and software suppliers are exhibiting; a major Open RAN supplier is MIA. Oh, and no major tower, neutral host or fiber providers have floor presence. And the annual speculation of whether 5G, Open RAN, BEAD, DISH, CBRS Private Networks, and AI Networks are either ready for prime time or poised to put a dent in the universe seems like Groundhog Day. These factors, plus hefty registration and travel costs, have influenced many folks I talk to not to attend this year; including myself. Having served on advisory boards for several industry events, I understand the plight of conferences is impacted by internal and external factors. Most resist change because change is difficult. The last time this event changed in a major way was 2017 when GSMA relaunched what was CTIA Super Mobility Week. Notably, it was moved from Las Vegas to San Francisco and intentionally sought to engage ecosystem participants beyond the U.S. What’s beyond the event organizers’ control is that 5G, Open RAN and CBRS Private Networks have largely been underwhelming, to-date (or at least fallen far short of expectations). Perhaps 5G SA will reinvigorate the event. Or perhaps as AI matures, it will imbue the event with momentum in the way the introduction of smartphones did. Then again, maybe the current version of MWC Las Vegas is the “new normal.” Nevertheless, I’ve got some thoughts on rebooting this event which I’ll share separately. (Wouldn’t that be an incredible opportunity and responsibility to chart its course for the rest of the decade!) I’ve enjoyed a long history with MWC Las Vegas and its predecessor and hope to have more experiences at in the future. Meanwhile, I look forward to hearing reports after the event concludes next week. #mindshare #positivecontroversy #launch #growth #exit #strategicplanning #productlaunch #gotomarket #sales #marketing #businessdevelopment #consulting #opentowork #events #conferences #tradeshows

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How Will Rogers' 5G Cloud-RAN Milestone Shape Canada's Connectivity Future? 🔍 Rogers Communications recently achieved a significant milestone by conducting a successful trial of 5G cloud-radio access network (cloud RAN) technology in collaboration with Ericsson during a live Toronto Blue Jays game on Canada Day. This trial marked the first deployment of cloud RAN over a commercial network at a live event in Canada, highlighting the company's dedication to advancing 5G technology. With this new technology, Rogers aims to enhance network reliability, resiliency, and energy efficiency, ultimately delivering more consistent and reliable network services across the country for both consumers and enterprise customers. The acquisition of nationwide 5G spectrum in the 3.8 GHz band positions Rogers to expand its 5G services, benefiting not only urban areas but also rural and Indigenous communities across Canada. How do you foresee these technological advancements shaping the future of connectivity and innovation in Canada? Share your thoughts! 🌐💭 #5G #Technology #Innovation  #RogersCommunications

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This is a great case study from last year's #F1 race, demonstrating the incredible potential of advanced technologies like #5G private mobile networks, #MEC and #AI. I'm excited to see how these technologies will further enable remarkable advances in telerobotics and remote operations for Canadian businesses! Read the full case study here: https://spr.ly/6047ehL0U #IWorkAtBell

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Working with customers across a variety of industries, Belden Inc. is a leading manufacturer supporting data and digitization initiatives across the globe. Belden has production facilities across the globe, including a large 1960s plant in Canada. With the Canadian plant still operating as it did in the 19060s, it became difficult for engineers and machine operators to troubleshoot, identify, and solve problems. A complete network redesign and transformation gave this plant a foundation to optimize performance, automate work, and make more efficient diagnosis. Read the complete case study on improving visibility and cultivating efficiency at the link below: https://lnkd.in/eRzQ5pQr #Manufacturing #Manufacturer #Transformation #Performance #Optimization #Efficiency #CultivatingEfficiency #Belden #PeakeTechnologies

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NANOG 92, October 21-23 TORONTO Most network engineers are too busy to keep up on the latest industry activities. NANOG helps you stay on top of the latest trends and technologies. For example, check out recent presentations from NANOG 91 on YouTube: "What is the FCC doing with BGP and why should NANOG care?" For R&E network operators, NANOG is a cornerstone of professional growth and innovation.

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Jointly with my colleagues Julian Cheng (UBC Okanagan) and Jean-Yves Chouinard (U. Laval), I am editing a special issue of the journal Entropy (IF 2.738) on the topic "Wireless Communications: Signal Processing Perspectives" under the section "Information Theory, Probability, and Statistics." Please send in your submissions before July 17th, 2024 and feel free to contact me directly with any questions. #wireless #SignalProcessing #entropy #InformationTheory #MassiveMIMO #SmartAntennas #MachineLearning

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IEEE 802 (Ethernet and Wi-Fi) and ITU-T (telecom networks) periodically hold a joint meeting to share updates and new ideas. At the 9th such joint meeting held in Montreal on July 13, I gave a presentation on IEEE 1588 (PTP), a standard used by both groups. There is a recording of the presentation: https://lnkd.in/geZFX5W8 My IEEE 1588 presentation starts at 04:26:25, and runs about 15 minutes. I was slightly nervous, so you'll hear some shakiness in my voice. Why was I nervous? I have no idea. I've done this sort of presentation before without that sort of issue. I guess maybe it had been too long, and I need to do more in-person presentations to get back to my usual arrogant self. 😀

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Funding models drive business decisions. Classic example here with #WiFi vs #5G as TTC decides not to absorb the cost of upgrading aging public WiFi infrastructure, while Rogers Communications funds cost of 5G infrastructure rollout in Toronto subways.

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Videotron is continuing its long-time partnership with Ericsson to further enhance the operator's Evolved Packet Core (EPC) and IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) deployments. 📣 This a huge upgrade for the Canadian operator, and what's more, the deal also includes future-ready strategies to futureproof the network. Not only will this collaboration enhance the network's capacity nationwide and ensure a seamless, high-quality service experience for Videotron's and Fizz's subscribers, but it will also pave the way for the introduction of new and innovative services. With faster data speeds and enhanced connectivity on the horizon, customers can look forward to an even more robust and efficient network experience. Everything seems to be set for Videotron to strengthen its position in Canada! You can learn more about how this partnership is shaping the future of connectivity for Canadian subscribers on the link below! #TeamEricsson #5GCore #partnership #news #telecoms

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This is a great case study from last year's #F1 race, demonstrating the incredible potential of advanced technologies like #5G private mobile networks, #MEC and #AI. I'm excited to see how these technologies will further enable remarkable advances in telerobotics and remote operations for Canadian businesses! Read the full case study here: https://spr.ly/604356j9x #IWorkAtBell

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This is a great case study from last year's #F1 race, demonstrating the incredible potential of advanced technologies like #5G private mobile networks, #MEC and #AI. I'm excited to see how these technologies will further enable remarkable advances in telerobotics and remote operations for Canadian businesses! Read the full case study here: https://spr.ly/60455KAZR #IWorkAtBell

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This is a great case study from last year's #F1 race, demonstrating the incredible potential of advanced technologies like #5G private mobile networks, #MEC and #AI. I'm excited to see how these technologies will further enable remarkable advances in telerobotics and remote operations for Canadian businesses! Read the full case study here: https://spr.ly/60485HOK6 #IWorkAtBell

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Great news for equipment vendors looking to bring standard power 6 GHz gear to the Canadian market. Enhancements to Wi-Fi Alliance test tools and test plans will make it easier to navigate the regulatory approval process in Canada. Momentum for 6 GHz Wi-Fi continues to build globally. #wifi #6GHz #wifi7 #wifi6e

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