Conveners
Be Clear: Because Mind Reading is Not Yet a Feature: 2B
- Julie Menzies (CANARIE)
NRENs face rapid technological change, rising cybersecurity threats, regulatory complexity, funding pressure and increasing competition from hyperscalers. In this environment, resilience depends not only on technical strength but on internal alignment. This session positions communication as the “confidence layer” that enables clarity, trust and coordinated action. Introducing a practical...
When a large-scale crisis hits our community, collaboration between NRENs is critical. But what really happens when the pressure is on? In March 2026, 9 N/RRENs and GÉANT took part in the first TALON exercise: a one-day, live crisis simulation played out in real time across organisations. In this talk, we share key insights from the exercise, with a focus on coordination and cooperation across...
Can cross-functional teams collaborate effectively when people bring different ways of working and perspectives? Over the past two years, we’ve worked together to build products that solve user needs. Along the way, we’ve identified four practical tips that help us break down silos, reduce friction, build trust, and collaborate better. This talk is for anyone working in or with...
In the technical world of National Research and Education Networks, teams depend on accurate communication to deliver services, collaborate across borders, and respond to emerging issues. Yet unclear messaging remains one of the most persistent, and preventable, sources of friction. This session explores how miscommunication in chat channels, email, and meetings leads to duplicated work,...
