The Fast Mode Awards 2025

The Fast Mode Awards 2025

CATEGORY: SOLUTION PROVIDER
This form allows you to nominate your organization for The Fast Mode Awards 2025/26 for the Solution Provider category. You can save your answers using the 'save' button and resume at a later time using the link sent to your email address. The deadline for submission is 18th November 2025. If you have any questions, kindly email andrea@thefastmode.com.
Section 1 : Solution Provider
Nominated Organization*
Official name of your organization
Year Established*
E.g. 2010
Organization website URL*
https://....
Section 2 : Nominator Information
Nominator Name*

First NameLast Name
Nominator Email*
example@example.com
Nominator Position*
Position in the company
YesNo
Section 3 : Choose the Award Category
AI GamechangerOpen RAN ExcellencePrivate 5G TrailblazerCloud Native Network LeaderOSS and Automation LeaderNetwork Testing and Assurance LeaderNetwork Security FuturistDigital BSS TrailblazerCX CatalystIoT InnovatorAnalytics and Intelligence ChampionNext-gen Data Center LeaderGreen Tech AdvocateEdge Tech ChampionVideo Experience LeadereSIM & Subscription Management EnablerDigital Identity InnovatorRising Star
Section 4 : Evaluation Questions

Please provide written answers (100-200 words) to each of the following evaluation questions. Questions will APPEAR when you select your award(s) above.
- AI Gamechanger Question 1: Describe your AI offering. [This offering can be AI capabilities embedded in your existing solution for telecom operators, or standalone AI solutions that telecom operators can use to power their networks and operations.] *
- AI Gamechanger Question 2: How does your AI solution contribute to CSPs’ AI goals, such as reducing human intervention, improving responsiveness, increasing decision accuracy, delivering powerful insights, and enabling adaptive, autonomous operations?*
- AI Gamechanger Question 3: Please provide measurable outcomes resulting from deployments of your AI-driven solution (e.g., improved network performance, increased accuracies in issue diagnosis and analysis, reduced OPEX, increased customer satisfaction)? *
- AI Gamechanger Question 4: How is your AI roadmap evolving to keep pace with advancements in AI and generative AI models, data governance, AI-powered threats and other developments that impact AI offerings?*
- Open RAN Excellence Question 1: Describe your Open RAN solutions/services and highlight your unique value proposition*
- Open RAN Excellence Question 2: How is your solution advancing Open RAN’s core objectives such as interoperability, flexibility, modularity and disaggregation in real-world telecom environments?*
- Open RAN Excellence Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., faster rollouts, lower costs, improved efficiency, increased responsiveness, innovation and strengthened security) have operators achieved with your Open RAN solution?*
- Open RAN Excellence Question 4: What ongoing R&D and enhancement initiatives are you undertaking to ensure your Open RAN solutions remain future-proof, scalable, and aligned with evolving industry standards?*
- Private 5G Trail Blazer Question 1: Describe the core features of your private 5G offering(s). What key capabilities (e.g., end-to-end orchestration, enterprise-grade SLAs) differentiate your Private 5G solutions from others in the market?*
- Private 5G Trail Blazer Question 2: How is your solution advancing private 5G goals such as security, ultra-low latency, connection reliability, localized control, and seamless automation for enterprise and vertical use cases?*
- Private 5G Trail Blazer Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., monetization, user experience, data security, application performance, vertical-specific outcomes such as industrial automation and simplified IT-OT integration) have telcos and enterprise customers achieved with your private 5G offerings?*
- Private 5G Trail Blazer Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., 5G RedCap support, network slicing evolution, AI-driven management, and 3GPP roadmap alignment) are you pursuing to future-proof your Private 5G offering?*
- Cloud-Native Network Leader Question 1: Please describe your cloud-native network solutions. What distinguishes your cloud-native network offerings in today’s telecom environments?*
- Cloud-Native Network Leader Question 2: How do your cloud-native network solutions accelerate key telco goals such as flexibility, agility, horizontal scalability and efficient resource utilization?*
- Cloud-Native Network Leader Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., reduced deployment time, lower TCO, increased revenue opportunities, improved service uptime, and faster product rollouts) have CSPs achieved through your cloud-native network solutions?*
- Cloud-Native Network Leader Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., multi-cloud enablement, stateless architectures, observability tooling, and alignment with CNCF/3GPP standards) are shaping the future-readiness of your cloud-native network offerings?*
- OSS and Automation Leader Question 1: Describe your OSS automation/ orchestration solution. What key capabilities (e.g., network performance monitoring, end-to-end service provisioning, service and network slice orchestration, real-time fault analytics, inventory/configuration automation) distinguish your offering?*
- OSS and Automation Leader Question 2: How does your solution support telecom goals such as SLA assurance, reduced manual intervention, faster service activation, network reliability, cross-domain agility, and support for dynamic, slice-based services?*
- OSS and Automation Leader Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., reduction in provisioning time, faster root-cause analysis, improved SLA compliance, optimized resource utilization, lowered OPEX, or enhanced uptime) have telecom operators achieved using your solution?*
- OSS and Automation Leader Question 4: What future innovations (e.g., AI-driven assurance, intent-based automation, 5G/6G slice lifecycle management, multi-vendor orchestration, or observability enhancements) are shaping the evolution of your solution?*
- Network Testing and Automation Leader Question 1: Describe your testing and assurance solution. What core capabilities (e.g., active/passive testing, SLA monitoring, real-time fault detection, network and service validation, or QoE analytics) differentiate your offering in today’s telecom environments?*
- Network Testing and Automation Leader Question 2: How does your solution help operators proactively manage service quality and reliability — including early fault detection, SLA compliance assurance, rapid troubleshooting, and performance optimization across complex multi-vendor, hybrid, or disaggregated networks?*
- Network Testing and Automation Leader Question 3: What measurable benefits (e.g., improved mean time to detect (MTTD), reduced mean time to repair (MTTR), enhanced SLA adherence, improved QoE scores, or automation of testing workflows) have operators achieved through deployment of your testing and assurance solution?*
- Network Testing and Automation Leader Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., AI-driven root cause analysis, intent-based assurance, automated testing for network slicing, synthetic traffic generation, or integration with observability platforms) are you implementing to keep your solution future-ready and aligned with next-gen network needs?*
- Network Security Futurist Question 1: Describe your security offerings in the telecoms domain. What advanced technologies or mechanisms (e.g., AI-based threat detection, automated response, advanced encryption) differentiate your solutions from others in the market? *
- Network Security Futurist Question 2: How does your security solution address telco priorities such as 5G network protection, API governance, supply chain trust, and cloud-native security across critical domains?*
- Network Security Futurist Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., reduced breach incidents, faster threat response, regulatory compliance, and improved network resilience) have CSPs achieved with your security offering? *
- Network Security Futurist Question 4: What ongoing security advancements (e.g., quantum-safe cryptography, 6G threat modelling, autonomous SOCs, and continuous compliance frameworks) are you building into your security roadmap? *
- Digital BSS Trailblazer Question 1: Describe your digital BSS platform. What core capabilities (e.g., cloud-native architecture, real-time charging, converged billing, product catalog management, no-code/low-code configurability) distinguish your solution in telecoms?*
- Digital BSS Trailblazer Question 2: How does your solution accelerate telco business goals such as faster product launches, flexible service monetization, reduced time-to-market, and support for emerging technologies like 5G and IoT?*
- Digital BSS Trailblazer Question 3: What measurable business outcomes (e.g., operational cost reduction, improved revenue assurance, faster service activation, enhanced partner ecosystem integration) have operators realized deploying your BSS platform?*
- Digital BSS Trailblazer Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., API-first design, modular microservices, AI-driven automation, support for evolving standards) are you implementing to keep your BSS future-ready and scalable?*
- CX Catalyst Question 1: Describe your CX solutions for telecoms. What differentiates your CX solutions (e.g., real-time personalization, AI-powered self-service, omnichannel orchestration, contextual conversations) in driving CX transformation?*
- CX Catalyst Question 2: How does your solution enable key CX goals such as seamless omnichannel support, personalized interactions, faster issue resolution, contextual engagement, and frictionless customer journeys?*
- CX Catalyst Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., higher NPS, churn reduction, reduced support costs, faster resolution times, increased conversion rates) have telcos achieved through your CX solution?*
- CX Catalyst Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., GenAI assistants, voice biometrics, predictive engagement, proactive service interventions) are shaping the next evolution of your CX offerings?*
- IoT Innovator Question 1: Describe your IoT solution. What cutting-edge capabilities (e.g., edge integration, secure device onboarding, scalable connectivity management, and AI-driven analytics) set your IoT solution apart in telecoms?
- IoT Innovator Question 2: How does your offering accelerate IoT requirements such as reliable device connectivity, low latency, data protection, continuous asset tracking, monetization and vertical-specific customization)?
- IoT Innovator Question 3: What measurable results (e.g., IoT revenue growth, reduced operational costs, network performance, network and asset security) have operators realized with your IoT solution?
- IoT Innovator Question 4: What ongoing developments (e.g., 5G IoT enhancements, AI-powered device management, cross-industry partnerships, and evolving security standards) are you pursuing to future-proof your IoT offering?
- Analytics and Intelligence Leader Question 1: Describe your analytics and intelligence solutions for telecoms. What key capabilities (e.g., real-time analytics, AI-driven insights, data fabric integration, and predictive modeling) distinguish your solutions?*
- Analytics and Intelligence Leader Question 2: H2. How do your solutions deliver key analytics outcomes, such as improved data processing, data quality, data security, multi-source integration, real-time analysis, and anomaly detection?*
- Analytics and Intelligence Leader Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., improved fault prediction accuracy, seamless automation, and faster decision-making) have telcos achieved using your data and intelligence solutions?*
- Analytics and Intelligence Leader Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., enhanced data integration, real-time streaming analytics, scalable data lakes, and evolving data governance) are you pursuing to support the continuous evolution of your offerings?*
- Next-gen Data Center Leader Question 1: Describe your data center network solution(s). What differentiated capabilities (e.g., high-throughput switching, software-defined fabrics, AI-driven traffic management, optical interconnects) set your offering apart in supporting modern telco workloads? *
- Next-gen Data Center Leader Question 2: How does your solution advance telco goals such as high availability, ultra-low latency, energy efficiency, automation, scalability, and seamless integration with cloud and edge environments?*
- Next-gen Data Center Leader Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., improved throughput, reduced power consumption, faster deployment, lower total cost of ownership, enhanced resiliency) have telecom operators achieved with your data center networking solution? *
- Next-gen Data Center Leader Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., liquid cooling integration, AI-enhanced fabric control, support for AI/ML workloads, optical networking advancements, and sustainability-focused enhancements) are shaping the future evolution of your data center networking offerings? *
- Green Tech Advocate Question 1: Describe your solutions. What sustainable technologies (e.g., energy-efficient hardware, AI-driven power management, renewable energy integration, and eco-friendly materials) differentiate your green tech solutions?*
- Green Tech Advocate Question 2: How does your offering help telcos reduce their carbon footprint, enhance energy efficiency, minimize waste, adopt circular economy practices, and advance broader sustainability goals?*
- Green Tech Advocate Question 3: What measurable impact (e.g., energy savings in kWh, CO₂ reduction, waste reduction) have CSPs achieved using your green technologies?*
- Green Tech Advocate 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., AI-based energy optimization, advanced recycling methods, and sustainable supply chain initiatives) are driving the evolution of your green tech?*
- Edge Tech Champion Question 1: Describe your edge solution. What unique capabilities (e.g., distributed computing, low-latency processing, multi-access edge compute, and seamless cloud integration) set your edge technology apart in telecoms?*
- Edge Tech Champion Question 2: How does your solution help telcos achieve edge computing objectives such as low latencies, reduced congestion, bandwidth optimization, real-time decisions and improved security?*
- Edge Tech Champion Question 3. What measurable benefits (e.g., application performance improvements, reduced network latency, enhanced user experience, and lower network costs) have operators realized deploying your edge tech?*
- Edge Tech Champion Question 4: What innovations (e.g., AI at the edge, 5G MEC enhancements, containerization, and interoperability standards) are you pursuing to evolve your edge technology solution?*
- Video Experience Leader Question 1: Describe your video experience solution for telecom operators. What core components (e.g., content discovery, UX/UI, personalization, OTT integration, adaptive delivery, or security) distinguish your offering in the telco video space?*
- Video Experience Leader Question 2: How does your solution improve the customer’s video experience — including areas such as seamless cross-device access, ultra-low latency playback, personalized recommendations, content engagement, and service reliability?*
- Video Experience Leader Question 3: What measurable business and technical outcomes (e.g., increased ARPU, improved NPS, reduced churn, enhanced QoE, bandwidth optimization) have telecom operators achieved using your solution?*
- Video Experience Leader Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., 5G video delivery, cloud-based DVR, AI-powered engagement, interactive content, or immersive formats) are you pursuing to evolve the telco video experience?*
- eSIM & Subscription Management Enabler Question 1: Describe your eSIM and subscription management solution. What key capabilities and innovations (e.g., remote SIM provisioning, multi-operator support, seamless subscription lifecycle management, and integration with operator systems) set your offering apart in the telecom market?*
- eSIM & Subscription Management Enabler Innovator Question 2: How does your solution address critical telecom needs such as secure device onboarding, dynamic subscription activation, simplified user experience, and operator flexibility in managing connectivity subscriptions?*
- eSIM & Subscription Management Enabler Question 3: What measurable outcomes (e.g., reduced time-to-market for new subscriptions, improved subscriber activation rates, operational cost savings, and enhanced customer satisfaction) have telecom operators achieved through your solution?*
- eSIM & Subscription Management Enabler Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., support for 5G standalone, integration with IoT connectivity platforms, AI-driven subscription analytics, and evolving GSMA standards compliance) are you pursuing to future-proof your eSIM and subscription management offerings?*
- Digital Identity Innovator Question 1: Describe your digital identity and access management solution. What key capabilities and innovations (e.g., SIM/eSIM authentication, federated identity, biometric verification, and subscriber lifecycle management) distinguish your identity and access management solutions?*
- Digital Identity Innovator Question 2: How does your offering enhance access control and subscriber management processes such as secure subscriber authentication, seamless onboarding, privacy compliance, and fraud mitigation?*
- Digital Identity Innovator Question 3: What measurable results (e.g., improved CX, reduced identity fraud, faster subscriber onboarding, improved access security, and compliance with privacy regulations) have operators achieved using your solution?*
- Digital Identity Innovator Question 4: What ongoing innovations (e.g., decentralized identity, privacy-preserving authentication, adaptive access controls, and cross-network interoperability) support the continuous evolution of your offerings?*
- Rising Star Question 1: Describe your solution or service. What challenges or objectives does your solution aim to tackle within telecoms, and what features / capabilities sets it apart from existing solutions? *
- Rising Star Question 2: What strategic approaches and technical / operational differentiators have enabled you to penetrate the competitive telco market and gain early commercial traction?*
- Rising Star Question 3 :What quantifiable milestones (e.g., accelerated deployment rates, operator wins, technology validations, partnerships) mark your early success?*
- Rising Star Question 4: What emerging technologies or innovative approaches are you leveraging to advance your solution’s capabilities, scale your operations, and enter new markets?*
- Section 5 : Supporting documents
- Please upload supporting documents for Section 4 (e.g., press releases, product page, customer testimonials, etc.) For multiple award entries, please label the supporting documents based on the award(s) selected. Maximum: 4 documents per award totaling 10 MB. (e.g. for two awards=8 documents, 20 MB)
  
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- Section 6 : Winner Benefits and Branding Options
  
  Discover what is available to winners and choose how you would like to maximize your win
- Winners will be announced in December 2025. The announcement will be made online via The Fast Mode Awards 2025 Page.
  All winners are entitled to the following Winner Benefits (Free)
  
  Use of The Fast Mode Awards Winner Badge and The Fast Mode Awards logo across all your communication and marketing materials
  
  Listing in The Fast Mode Awards 2025 Winners page, positioning you alongside the industry’s best
  
  Mention in the official press release announcing The Fast Mode Awards winners, amplifying your win in key media channels
  
  Mention in The Fast Mode social media announcements and newsletters, expanding your visibility and reach
  Winners are also entitled to secure the following Winners Branding plans - crafted to amplify your win across our channels. These additional plans are entirely optional and have no influence on award outcomes.
  
  NOTE: No upfront payment is required. Winners will be invoiced for their pre-booked branding package ONLY if they win.
  Winner Branding Package 1 | USD 1,500
  
  Dedicated 400-word press release highlighting your achievements
  
  Featured on the front page of The Fast Mode (www.thefastmode.com) in the 'Winners Highlights' carousel for one month
  
  Featured on the front page of The Fast Mode Awards segment (www.thefastmode.com/awards) in the 'Winners Spotlight' section for twelve months
  
  Two dedicated social media posts tagging your organization
  Winner Branding Package 2 | USD 3,900
  
  Everything in Package 1; plus
  
  An 800-word exclusive editorial feature by The Fast Mode editor on your win, published on our frontpage
  
  A 30-minute video podcast interview discussing your achievement, published in The Fast Mode's Podcast segment
  
  Inclusion in social media video shorts showcasing award winners (1–2 minutes)
  Winner Branding Package 3 | USD 6,500
  
  Everything in Package 2; plus
  
  Participation in a post-award webcast with editors and industry thought leaders
  
  Featured in the 'Winners Recap' email blast to The Fast Mode's 60,000+ subscribers
  
  Featured in The Fast Mode’s weekly LinkedIn newsletter
  
  A full-page premium takeover banner on The Fast Mode (www.thefastmode.com) for one week
- Winner's Benefits (cost-free)Winner's Benefits + Branding Package 1 - USD 1,500Winner's Benefits + Branding Package 2 - USD 3,900Winner's Benefits + Branding Package 3 - USD 6,500
- Section 7 : Celebrate your win with us at our upcoming LiveX event | Kuala Lumpur, February 2026
  
  Winners are invited to a physical event taking place in Kuala Lumpur in February 2026 where we confer the awards to winners
- In addition to the online announcement of winners, The Fast Mode will be hosting The Fast Mode LiveX Kuala Lumpur (TFM LiveX KL2026) event in February 2026 to honor winners, nominees, jugding panel, sponsors, analyst, editors, and everyone involved in the awards (visit event page for full details). The event offers the following branding and sponsorship opportunities for winners. Please note that participation is entirely optional and has no influence on award outcomes.
  
  NOTE: No upfront payment is required. Winners will be invoiced for their pre-chosen passes or packages ONLY if they win.
  TFM LiveX KL2026: Winner - Attendee Pass | USD 250
  
  Access to full-day event
  
  Morning refreshments, lunch and afternoon refreshments
  
  On-stage award presentation and on-stage photography (for winners)
  
  Access to networking sessions
  TFM LiveX KL2026: Winner - Presenter Package | USD 2500
  
  2 attendee passes
  
  10–15 minute stage presentation/speaker slot
  
  A 5-minute branded ground interview by The Fast Mode editors
  
  Dedicated social media shout-out (X2) as speaker
  
  Listing of speaking session in the itinerary section of TFM LiveX KL2026 event page
  
  Publishing of logo in the speaker session section of TFM LiveX KL2026 event page
  
  Promotion of session and speaker bio on TFM LiveX KL2026 event page
  
  Mention of presentation, presenter and presenting organization in event videos and shorts
  TFM LiveX KL2026: Winner - Sponsor Package | USD 4500
  
  2 attendee passes
  
  On-screen advertisement slot (1 minute short brand video)
  
  Premium banner placement at the venue entrance
  
  Logo inclusion in event-day materials and digital screens
  
  Dedicated social media shout-out (X2) as event sponsor
  
  Mention as sponsor in event videos and shorts
  
  Publishing of logo in the sponsor section of TFM LiveX KL2026 event page
  
  Inclusion of 600px x 200px banner in pre-event and post-event promotion email to targeted subscriber base (60k+ recipients)
  
  Publishing of 300px x 300px banner for 2 months on The Fast Mode (99.9% of pages)
  Please read the privacy policy and the terms and conditions for TFM LiveX KL2026 before signing up.
- Based on the above information, please tick the relevant winner activities that you wish to be part of at the upcoming The Fast Mode LiveX KL2026. You can mix and match the activities. [E.g., if you have selected the presenter or sponsor package, but need more than 2 attendee passes that are bundled in these packages, you can purchase additional attendee passes separately]:*
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  TFM LiveX KL2026 - Not attending
  Tick this if you do not intend to attend TFM LiveX KL2026 in February 2026
  
  $ Free
  
  
  
  TFM LiveX KL2026: Winner - Attendee Pass
  See above for details
  
  $250.00 Quantity
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  TFM LiveX KL2026: Winner - Presenter Package
  See above for details
  
  $2,500.00
  
  
  
  TFM LiveX KL2026: Winner - Sponsor Package
  See above for details
  
  $4,500.00
  
  
  
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  $0.00
- Before submitting your entry, please ensure you have filled up the evaluation inputs carefully and have uploaded all the necessary documents.
  
  Please read the privacy policy and the terms and conditions for The Fast Mode Awards 2025.
  
  Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation email.
  
  If you have any questions in the meantime, please email andrea@thefastmode.com.
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Section 1 : Solution Provider

Section 2 : Nominator Information

Section 3 : Choose the Award Category

Section 4 : Evaluation Questions

Section 5 : Supporting documents

Section 6 : Winner Benefits and Branding Options

Section 7 : Celebrate your win with us at our upcoming LiveX event | Kuala Lumpur, February 2026