As the UK gears up for ultrafast broadband speeds to power forward a greater sense of connectedness, there is a growing section of the telecoms industry called altnets that can be key to ensuring the nation keeps on track towards its 2025 gigabit-capable targets.
But what are altnet providers and why is technology vital in helping them to continue to compete against the sector giants? Matt Harrison, chief strategy and innovation officer for Network Services Provider Flomatik, explores how they can play an important role in keeping Britain connected.