VDSL2 is considered the major DSL technology and the most advanced standard of xDSL broadband wireline communications. Because of its high bandwidth throughput, it is able to provide new end-user experiences, and these high-speed access connections are mandatory to ensure full coverage of triple- or quadruple-play applications. It is also a fact that the theoretical bit rate deteriorates depending on the distance.

But are and how are end users really using that bandwidth? What are end users' preferences? Are operators investing CAPEX and OPEX into the channels that will generate the appropriate revenue, and does VDSL2 outperform ADSL2+ in all aspects?

In the session experiences in large VDSL2 deployments for triple play and IPTV services and their roll-out requirements are being discussed. The attendance will help to get feedback and vision from operators, vendors, and analysts on this hot topic.

Mikko Lavanti Designated Vice President, DSLAM Business Nokia Siemens Networks

At Nokia Networks, Mr. Lavanti was the vice president of Nokia broadband systems with global responsibility for this business line. He also was a member of the Nokia Networks Core Networks division management team. Prior to this, Mr. Lavanti was director of the broadband systems products and services business line since November 2001. He started his career at Nokia in April 1997. Prior to joining Nokia, he worked at Andrew Communications, Helsinki Telephone Company, and Finnet International in several product management, sales, and marketing positions during 1991 to 1996.

Bruno Cornaglia Vice President, Global Network Vodafone

Mr. Cornaglia has been responsible of the mobile+ activities in the transmission competence center under the Global Network Organization since August 2006. Prior to this, he was responsible for new product development for access transmission under the Global Network organization of Vodafone Group. Previously, in 1999, Mr. Cornaglia joined OMNITEL Pronto Italia SpA, now VODAFONE OMNITEL NV, a private cellular operator, where he was responsible for the "point-MultiPoint project" in 2000 for the deployment of a PMP network at 26 GHz in the major urban areas in order to backhaul 2G and 3G sites.

Nikolaus Mohr Executive Partner Accenture Germany

Dr. Mohr has many years of experience in developing and implementing strategic, organizational, and IT projects in media and telecommunications companies at a top management level. He is the author of several management books, specialist articles, and studies, including "Interactive Broadband Media," "Reinventing Cable-TV Business," and "Digital Masters." During his academic career, Dr. Mohr lectured in strategic and transformations management at the universities in Regensburg and Trier.

Christian Wolff Senior Vice President, Communication Solutions Business Group and General Manager, Access Business Unit Infineon Technologies

Mr. Wolff joined Siemens Semiconductors in 1985, where he took an active role in the development of the first and second generations of the company's wireless technology chipsets. He then went on to fill a number of managerial positions, including general manager of Siemens Semiconductor's Communications ICs business unit. In 2000 when Siemens spun off its semiconductor business to form Infineon Technologies, Mr. Wolff joined the new company, taking the position of general manager of Infineon's Wireline Access business unit.

Holger Zahn Vice President, Access Systems, T-Com, Technology Engineering Center Deutsche Telekom

Mr. Zahn has more than 15 years of international experience in telecommunications and is currently heading T-Com's technical evaluation activities for access technology. Prior to this, he held various management positions in ATM operations and international operations support at Deutsche Telekom Group.