PODCAST: Broadband Forum celebrates 20 years of TR-69 standard and industry innovation
About our guests:
Craig Thomas, CEO of Broadband Forum
With more than 30 years of experience in the telecoms industry, Craig plays a critical role in leading the Broadband Forum, executing the organization's strategy, focus areas, and ongoing work. The Forum represents the requirements of network operators, service and application providers, and the vendor community in laying the foundations for the future of broadband technology, standards and best practices. Thomas is driving forward the transition from connectivity-driven broadband to intelligent, services-led networks that prioritize the user experience.
Jason Walls, director of technical marketing QA Café
A protocol geek at heart, he's been involved with testing technologies like TR-069 since its inception and has spearheaded the creation of the User Services Platform (USP/TR-369). Besides his current position at QA Café, Walls serves as the broadband user services work area co-director at Broadband Forum. He has more than 20 years of computer networking experience, helping to develop internet and communications technology and translate it into value opportunities for organizations and the industry as a whole."
About the Podcast
In the Lightwave+BTR Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Join us every week for insights from industry leaders on these topics. Visit our website at www.lightwave.com and our podcast site at www.broadbandpulse.podbean.com.
About the Author
Sean Buckley
Sean is responsible for establishing and executing the editorial strategy of Lightwave across its website, email newsletters, events, and other information products.





