Rising network operating costs are forcing operators to rethink how much of their RAN really needs a human in the loop. This session looks at how AI, intent-based automation, and closed-loop assurance are powering self-optimizing networks, helping operators resolve faults faster, cut energy waste, and securely scale multi-vendor 5G and Cloud RAN environments without piling on more manual work. With GSMA estimating that AI-driven automation can cut operational costs by up to 30% while improving reliability, this is a timely look at where autonomous operations are headed next.

You'll come away with a clearer picture of how intent-based automation and closed-loop control work together, real use cases tied to fault resolution and energy optimization, and the architectural and security considerations that matter most when scaling cloud-native SMO across a multi-vendor network.