In the final installment of our three-part webinar series with the Fiber Broadband Association, Joseph Nicholson, Network Operations Engineer at the Global IP Network division of NTT DATA, explores the transformative role of automation in global networks, and especially in NTT DATA’s Global IP Network AS2914. Building on foundational insights from Kevin Richardson and advanced security perspectives from Darren Grabowski in previous webinars, this session will dive into how automation drives operational efficiency, reduces human error, and enhances service delivery across a Tier 1 global transit network.
Participants will gain a high-level understanding of:
-The benefits and challenges of automation in a global network.
-The philosophy behind operational automation at NTT DATA.
-Key tools and technologies including Python scripting and Ansible playbooks.
-Real-world use cases such as backbone circuit turn-ups, software upgrades, and telemetry collection.
-How automation supports scalability, consistency, and customer satisfaction.
Whether you’re new to network engineering or looking to modernize your operations, this session will offer practical insights into how automation is shaping the future of global connectivity.