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Chris Penrose is Senior Vice President of AT&T’s Advanced Solutions organization. He has responsibility for leading AT&T’s business development and specialized sales efforts for next-generation technologies, including 5G, Internet of Things, edge computing and networking solutions. During the episode, Chris reveals how AT&T conceptualize and plan out their innovations, especially on coming up with the best ideas for technological developments. He explains the advancements in the new 5G and IoT technology; and how they will be delivered to the consumers. He also shares what AT&T is looking forward to in the next years. Where we are: Johnny FD - Bangkok Sam Marks - Barcelona Links: Website - Business.ATT.com Newsroom - ATT.com/News Twitter - AT&T News Sponsor: Indeed.com/ILAB Time Stamps: 04:55 – The foundation and purpose of AT&T 05:48 – How AT&T plan out their innovations 06:10 – “Innovation is one of the forefronts of what we try to do at AT&T” - Chris Penrose 09:54 – How AT&T come up with the best ideas 11:41 – IoT vs. 5G 17:15 – What are the exciting concepts that he sees in the future? 17:36 – “If it doesn’t serve a purpose, then don’t do it” - Chris Penrose 23:00 – What are the advances that 5G offers as compared to 4G? 24:50 – Two new products that AT&T introduced this year 26:26 – How will 5G be delivered in the market? 30:53 – The future of cell sites 34:24 – Providing priority connection to first responders 35:31 – The expansions in technology in the next 10 years 36:17 – “The speed of innovation is only going to continue to increase” - Chris Penrose 38:12 – Advantages of autonomous driving If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here! Copyright 2019. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.