21923 - SCTE Broadband Aug2023 COMPLETE v1 (1)

12 Vol. 45 No. 3 - September 2023 Issue Besim Latifi is doing great things for upcoming fibre engineers in Kosovo in partnership with NGN and tells us how they go about recruiting young trainees. scte balkans news Tell us what’s been going on in Kosovo, Besim NGN’s (Next Generation Network) commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements is clearly evident in the pioneering efforts to offer training in fibre optic and WiFi technologies in Kosovo. As the first organisation to provide these specialised courses, NGN has demonstrated its dedication to equipping the youth, organisations, and individuals in Kosovo with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the rapidly evolving telecommunications industry. I know they’re doing sterling work locally. What’s their secret? The success of these training sessions can be attributed to NGN’s experienced trainers and mentors who are experts in their respective fields. Their practical approach and hands- on training methodologies have allowed participants to gain valuable insights and real-world experience in working with Fiber Optic and Wi-Fi technologies. Participants have praised the quality of the training programmes, highlighting their relevance and applicability in the current telecommunications landscape. Many have expressed how these courses have expanded their understanding of Fibre Optic and WiFi technologies, opening up new career opportunities and paths in the field. In this field, with technology moving so fast, there is no such thing as too much training. Totally agree. In this regard, our organisation’s mission is to empower young people towards future professions with a focus on the latest global technologies such as high frequency 5G networks and the application of telecommunications in various fields, not only in telecommunications and transmission networks. How are you going about it? Since February 2023, our institution was one of the first organisations in Kosovo, together with IPKO Besim Latifi, SCTE SCTE ® Balkans Update from Ambassador-at-Large