Operators could approach network slicing as a catalyst for realising autonomous networks
04 February 2026 | Research and Insights
Article | PDF (3 pages) | Network Automation and Orchestration| Wireless Technologies
"Operators can use network slicing to advance towards autonomous networking before new revenue generated from slice-based offerings starts to materialise."
The telecoms industry has been exploring network slicing primarily as a way for telecoms operators to create differentiated connectivity products and new revenue streams. However, large-scale monetisation is still uncertain, so operators and vendors should explore how network slicing could support their internal operations to drive significant efficiency gains and advance autonomous networking.
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Authors
Gorkem Yigit
Research Director
Michelle Lam
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