George Hughes, who recently took on the role of head of value consulting at IQGeo, is no stranger to implementing IT systems in large companies. Before coming to IQGeo from 3-GIS, he spent three decades at Verizon. During his tenure at Verizon, he led teams that focused on systems development and project management across telco’s wireline and wireless business units. More recently, he held roles driving Verizon’s ongoing development of AI architecture and strategy. During an interview with Hughes at the Fiber Connect 2025 show in Nashville, Broadband Pulse spoke with Hughes about his new role and company developments. Here’s a timeline of the interview: Opening | 0.00 Host introduction of guests | 0:24 Transition from Verizon to IQGeo | 0:57 Defining value consulting focus| 2:26 IQGeo’s autonomous network management | 3:00 Utility pole attachment reforms influence on broadband deployment | 7:14 Impressions of FiberConnect 2025 | 8:25 Final thoughts/closing | 9:45 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 click on our podcast site at www.broadbandpulse.podbean.com.
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