Faisal R Mahomed

When your biggest competitor is evolving, the real risk isn’t losing pace; it’s staying on a path nobody’s walking anymore. Drawing on my ILM training and years of observing the telecommunications sector, I’ve noticed many organisations clinging to legacy strategies long after their relevance has faded. The shift happens when leaders apply quantum reframing, enabling them to see yesterday’s strategies as obsolete, rather than preserving them as sacred relics. Novartis’s 2025 global leadership report reveals that one in three executives believes strategy discussions are lagging behind actual market shifts, a gap that agile, presence-based recalibration can help bridge. What one strategic assumption could you reframe this week to lead with presence, not lagging precision? #ExecutiveLeadership #StrategicThinking #QuantumCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #ILMLearning Inspired by “Leadership in the Future of Healthcare” — Novartis Global Leadership Report, 2025 (paraphrased).

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VodafoneThree Ofcom has told Keir Starmer and Rache Reeves it is pleased with the results of the VodafoneThree merger. In an open letter to Starmer and Reeves, chief executive Dame Melanie Dawes hailed early consumer benefits and the investment resulting Three merger. Dawes said consumers are already seeing benefits. Network integration has delivered faster 4G speeds for around seven million people across the UK, even at this early stage. Coverage has also improved sharply. Dawes said the merger has removed 16,500 square kilometres of mobile “not-spots”, boosting connectivity in areas that previously suffered from weak or non-existent signal. #business#financial#SME

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The numbers keep moving on but the most critical number is not talked about so much. This is the number of people who can get 'decent' broadband and above, which amounts to the UK number of 99.9% right now. I focus on the 'decent' number because it is all those who can get MORE than 10Mbps down and 1Mbps up - or as we called it a decade ago - Full Broadband. It does dip in Wales compared to the UK as a whole of course, but that still provides 99.6% with 'decent' broadband. At the rates described, you can receive a reliable stream of HD (720p or above) video, sufficient for a single home to have both broadband usage AND streaming usage just about at the same time, at rates that a decade ago would have been called full broadband. Why is this number important? Because you need to compare it to the 98.5% DTT coverage at SD quality that the UK DTT network provides. It is now better than that coverage, and if we were to compare equivalents though we would need to compare coverage of the HD services which actually is only 90% of the UK. We are now beyond the point that Streaming is better than broadcast in the UK today. Of course, the percentage of coverage may vary a little as these are different populations, so just because you have HD coverage on DTT does not mean you have HD coverage for broadband. Right now if you are having issues with your broadband, we are now approaching the point where you should be thinking about getting it looked at seriously or maybe, as the gamer peeps say, think about buying a lottery ticket to be that lucky not to have decent broadband.

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A first for the UK, and for Europe! Today Virgin Media O2 switched on direct-to-device satellite mobile data, making the UK the first country in Europe to go live with this technology. It’s a huge step forward for connectivity and a proud moment for everyone who’s worked to bring it to life. For our customers, it means peace of mind in some of the most rural and remote parts of the country, many of which have long been known as not-spots. We’ve extended coverage across an area the size of two-thirds of Wales, keeping people connected when it matters most. So proud of our teams, partners, and the ambition behind this. And even more excited for what it signals about the UK’s digital future!

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“Everything seems brighter, everything is clearer, and the audio is great.” — AV design lead, BT Group As the UK’s leading provider of fixed and mobile communications, BT Group knows the importance of clear, reliable connections. As part of their Better Workplace Programme, they chose Huddly to deliver natural, AI-driven video and audio experiences that connect their teams across locations. Better collaboration with Huddly. #CaseStudy #HybridWork #SmartMeetings #Huddly https://lnkd.in/gwYVR7aF

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🚀 Why settle for Wi-Fi that only half works when you can have Wi-Fi that’s fully optimised? At Gigabit IQ, our Wi-Fi Optimisation Service has been a hit for years. Each visit helps us: • ✅ Understand real-world customer use cases and challenges • ✅ Educate customers on how to get the most from their home network • ✅ Build confidence for customers to self-serve via the Gigabit IQ App The result? Lower OPEX for us, higher NPS for our customers, and a service experience traditional ISPs can’t match. We’ve now taken things a step further with remote virtual visits—and in the coming months we’ll be launching even more innovative services. Watch this space… 👀 So why don’t other ISPs do this? It’s simple: they don’t have the IQ. They’ve chosen the wrong hardware, the wrong software, and they lack the expertise to deliver a truly managed Wi-Fi service. 💡 That’s what makes Gigabit IQ different: we don’t just deliver broadband speeds—we make sure your Wi-Fi works in every corner of your home. 👉 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ebp9PaEY #WiFi #Broadband #CustomerExperience #ManagedWiFi #Connectivity #GigabitIQ

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10x spectrum?? I'm not sure exactly how many times I've attended MWC: First time was in Cannes and Tom Jones was playing - pretty sure I've been more than 20 times. Anyway, this time I'm excited to be demonstrating the capabilities of the National Spectrum Facility of JOINER Platform. We're providing support for researchers targeting a 10x gain in usable prime spectrum via spectrum sharing and efficiency technologies. If you're interested come and see us at 7B47.

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Bringing strong connectivity to rural places matters to BT Group, and to our customers. And today marks a real step forward for Penmachno, a small Welsh village tucked into the Machno Valley, now fully connected for the first time. It means local businesses can serve customers more easily, visitors can stay connected in the scenic hills and families can reach the services they rely on without having to travel elsewhere. This is the difference reliable mobile coverage makes. It supports daily life, gives local economies room to grow and strengthens the services people depend on. Penmachno shows what happens when we work with communities to bring lasting change. There is more to do across Wales. And this is part of a broader initiative to support the Welsh economy through digital infrastructure, and awareness of #cybersecurity and #AI. BT Business is proud of what we do to support growth and digital transformation in Wales and we look forward to continuing for many years to come. #digital #wales #smallbusiness

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This investment and build milestone reinforces Neos Networks’ ability to meet the data‑intensive needs of the market and support the UK government’s AI ambitions, which require best‑in‑class connectivity.

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Fair and balanced summary from telcotitans in relation to the on-going need for Ofcom to review PIA pricing models in the latest Telecoms Access Review. Fibrus is a large user of the Openreach PIA products in NI and GB and they work very well operationally for us. However, the current outdated per metre pricing model needs reviewed for rural builds to take into account distance between premises at 20 times greater than urban prems. Ofcom complete a telecoms access review every 5 years so time is of the essence to act now to properly review and update. #fibrus

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As digital infrastructure becomes ever more essential for life, connectivity must continue work for both our people and the planet we all live on. It’s Net Zero Week here in the UK and we’ve been reflecting on our journey towards a more sustainable future. We're making positive progress towards our goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040. On our journey we’ve cut Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 56% against our 2020 baseline, begun the drive to make our fleet fully electric, and prevented more than four million devices from going to landfill through O2 Recycle. There's still more we need to do and we remain committed to reducing our impact on the planet, by cutting carbon from our products and operations, and by continuing to work with our partners to help reduce our supply chain emissions, too. Read more about our sustainability efforts in our Better Connections plan: http://vmo2.co/RB #NetZeroWeek

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“Northern Ireland is the clear leader in UK fibre roll out” Today’s Financial Times does a deep dive into UK Fibre roll out. Featuring a Fibrus customer, it shows the impact Fibrus & Project Stratum have had in NI overall and in a UK context.

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The real-life manifestation of this problem are the all too common posts in the LinkedIn feeds of fibre operators, from disappointed customers asking why their promised connection date has been missed... and missed... and missed again. It should surprise no-one that concerns around service interruption are the main barrier in the UK to broadband switching.

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The analogue switch-off isn’t optional. The UK’s analogue landline network is being withdrawn as part of a national transition to digital services. This change is driven by several key factors that organisations need to understand before making decisions: 1️⃣ Ageing infrastructure that is increasingly difficult to maintain 2️⃣ Reduced manufacturer and supplier support for analogue systems 3️⃣ Improved reliability offered by modern digital networks 4️⃣ The need to support future services beyond voice alone This is not a supplier-led decision - it is a nationwide programme. Understanding what relies on analogue lines is essential before change, helping reduce risk and avoid disruption. 🦆 Start the conversation before the switch-off starts. #digitaltransition #analogueoff #telecomchange #infrastructuremodernisation #telecomclarity

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Thank you Xavier Leclercq, and thank you for being in the room! Exactly the kind of conversation this industry needs: honest, practical, and with enough friction to be useful. Broadpeak ’s work on reducing the footprint of content delivery at scale is a great example of the practical action you’re describing. I love that we’re approaching the same problem from different angles. Let’s continue exploring the overlap!🌱 A big “Thank You” to the SCTE ® (the Society for Broadband Professionals) for a fabulous event & to all co-panelists, moderators & attendees. #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #SCTE #Telecom

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At Vodafone, we've been encouraging parents, carers and their children to talk about staying safe online for over 15 years. We know online and offline are often blurred for children & young people so we work with our amazing partners at NSPCC and Digital Awareness UK to help families build healthier digital habits with loads of resources on our Digital Parenting site. Our latest campaign by The Elephant Room showcases the importance of talking - and recognising that it's often our kids or young people who know more about their online behaviours and lives than we do - and have much to teach us. Check it out. And keep talking. Remember NSPCC's Childline and Helpline are there for support and guidance too. #DigitalParenting #everyoneconnected #NationsNetwork #onlinesafety https://lnkd.in/eS3z2tX9

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A proud moment for Cellnex UK! Delivering our first VodafoneThree consolidated mast ahead of schedule is more than a technical milestone, it is a step toward a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable future. Reliable connectivity isn’t just about speed; it underpins flexible working, digital inclusion, and wellbeing. As demand for high-speed networks grows, shared infrastructure models like this help reduce environmental impact while enabling people and businesses to thrive, wherever they are. For those of us focused on Workplace, Wellbeing, and EDI, this matters because: Hybrid work depends on strong, resilient networks. Digital equity ensures everyone can access opportunities. Sustainable design supports our commitment to responsible business. Collaboration like this shows how technology and infrastructure can empower people and communities. #CellnexConnects #inclusion #Wellbeing

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Safer SIMs an important strategic area for BT/EE 🚸 We expect EE's new Safer SIMs for U18s to prove very popular (with parents at least). So too their in-store appointments for help in setting up any phone (old or new) for appropriate child protections (available from mid August). 👨‍👩‍👧 Family plans are incredibly important to BT Group/EE in addressing the lower end of the market, together with their convergence plans. The company seems to be shying away from reintroducing a sub-brand at the value end of the market - a different approach to their reinvigoration of the Plusnet brand on broadband 📈 They probably feel that what they're doing is working just fine for now. They just had a really strong quarter on mobile contract net adds, counter to the network operator trends over the past few quarters, and well ahead of the MNO competition. We suspect that these new U18 plans will be a bolster in the coming quarters, and is a smart move in a strategically important space for them Thanks to Claire Gillies and Jonny Bunt for an engaging session on an issue that's arguably top of most parents' agendas. Enders Analysis James Barford Artemis Loynes #telecoms #ukmobile

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