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🇵🇰🤝🇸🇦 Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are uniting to lead the future of AI, under the bold and transformative #Vision2030 A strategic and inspiring step in the growing alliance between two brotherly nations — Dr. Muhammad Ehsan Khan has been appointed as Vice President of AI at GO Telecom - قو للاتصالات With over 25 years of global leadership experience, including more than 15 years in AI and DataTech, Dr. Ehsan is a true pioneer. He has launched and led successful ventures across AI, EduTech, AgriTech, and TradeTech, holding a PhD (Valedictorian) from SKEMA Business School in France and author of the world’s first book on program governance and a frequent speaker at TEDx and global AI forums. This appointment highlights how Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are uniting to lead the future of AI, under the bold and transformative #Vision2030. This partnership isn’t just about technology — it’s about shared growth, mutual learning, and a deep-rooted brotherhood. From research labs to real-world AI solutions, we are building a smarter, stronger future together. Let’s continue to support each other, learn from one another, and empower our youth to lead the digital revolution across the region and beyond. #GoTelecom #KSA #Pakistan #AI #Vision2030 #DigitalTransformation #TechLeadership #YouthEmpowerment #AIRevolution

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📞 Calls per Agent — The Quick Check Behind Your Staffing Model While Erlang C is the gold standard in queue-based modeling, Calls per Agent (CPA) remains a fast, practical sanity check used by many workforce planners to validate sizing logic — especially for voice channels. ⸻ 🔢 Formula: Calls per Agent = Total Calls / Number of Available Agents OR Calls per Agent per Hour = (Total Calls × AHT) / (Agents × 3600) This helps you answer: ➡️ Is my staffing aligned with actual demand and agent capacity? ➡️ Do I have a productivity or capacity mismatch? ⸻ 🧠 Example: • 1,200 calls/day • AHT = 300 sec (5 mins) • 25 agents available Total workload = 1,200 × 300 = 360,000 sec → 100 hours Each agent provides: 25 × 7.5 hours = 187.5 hours/day (gross) Utilization = 100 / 187.5 = 53.3% Calls per Agent = 1,200 / 25 = 48 calls/day Compare this to the Erlang C model output — which might recommend 27 agents to meet an 80/20 SLA (due to queue behavior and service-level target). ⸻ 🔍 Why Calls per Agent Matters: ✔️ Tactical Benchmarking — How productive are your agents? ✔️ Trend Analysis — Are agents handling more or fewer calls vs plan? ✔️ Sizing Validation — Spot-check against Erlang C results ✔️ Real-time Thresholds — Alert when CPA exceeds expected capacity ⸻ ⚠️ But Remember: Calls per Agent is a throughput metric, not a queue model. It doesn’t account for: • SLA targets • Waiting time • Abandonment • Concurrency (chat, email) That’s why it should be used with, not instead of, Erlang C. ⸻ 🎯 Best Practice: Use Erlang C for precise staffing aligned with SLA, and CPA to validate operational performance, occupancy, and cost-effectiveness. Together, they form a solid foundation for accurate capacity modeling and productivity management. #WorkforcePlanning #WFM #CallCenterAnalytics #CallsPerAgent #CPA #StaffingModels #ErlangC #CapacityPlanning #ContactCenterOps #FTEForecasting #CallCenterProductivity #KPI #RealTimeWFM

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What is the reason for selling the 5G spectrum in US dollars, and what are the problems associated with it? Watch the tech roundtable expert discuss this and much more! Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/dtqC2-Rw Parvez Iftikhar Muhammad Aslam Hayat

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🚀 Attention DevOps, Cloud, Data, AI, and Software Engineers — global IT certifications are now partially funded in Pakistan! Under the PM's IT Certification Reimbursement Program (Ministry of IT and Telecommunication Pakistan & Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB)), IT professionals can receive up to PKR 70,000 reimbursement for internationally recognized certifications. Key Areas Covered: ✅ AWS, Azure, Google Cloud ✅ Data Science, AI, Machine Learning ✅ Cybersecurity (CEH, Cisco) ✅ Software Development (Java, Python, JavaScript) This empowers professionals to build globally competitive skills in high-demand technologies. 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/d--QWhxK #DevOpsEngineer #CloudEngineer #DataScientist #AIEngineer #SoftwareEngineer #CyberSecurity #MachineLearning #PakistanTech #TechCareers #Upskilling

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𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐇𝐑𝐁𝐨𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 🤖 Hello everyone, 👋 I'm thrilled to share that I recently participated in the 48-Hour Generative AI Hackathon 🚀, organized by Pak Angels in collaboration with iCodeGuru and ASPIRE Pakistan, as part of the final submission of their GEN AI Cohort 6 🌈 During this hackathon, our team built something truly innovative -'𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐇𝐑𝐁𝐨𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨', 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢-𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐈 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 💼. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 Modern HR departments face numerous challenges, including: ↪️ Overwhelming candidate volumes 📈 ↪️ Repetitive screening tasks 😐 ↪️ Inconsistent evaluations ⚖ ↪️ Moreover, manual recruitment processes leading to bias, inefficiency, and delayed hiring decisions ⏰ ▶️ For that, there must be a clear need for an AI-powered solution to ensure faster, fairer, and smarter hiring across multiple roles 🌈. 🔰 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Introducing you to the '𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐇𝐑𝐁𝐨𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨', an advanced multi-participant AI system designed to revolutionize hiring process by making recruitment smarter, faster and more efficient. This cutting-edge solution aims to simplify the process, reduce bias, and improve the overall candidate experience 🌍. 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 🌟 The key features of SmartHRBot Pro include: 1️⃣ 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭: Defines job-specific hiring criteria using AI and industry standards 👨‍💼 2️⃣ 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭: Creates adaptive questions based on job requirements using NLP 💬 3️⃣ 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭: Scores responses using sentiment and performance analytics 📊 4️⃣ 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭: Suggests top candidates based on comparative scoring 🏆 📌Additional Modules: Role Setup Participant Management Assessments and Results Comparison and Analytics Bulk Hiring I'm proud to have been part of this amazing project alongside talented team members: Muhammad Hasnain Ali, Afaq Ali Nagra, Momina Zafar, and Awais ur Rehman.👥 Together, we crushed the 48-Hour Generative AI Hackathon 🚀 and made this project a reality 🌍! Super grateful for their hard work and dedication. Try it out live at: https://lnkd.in/dw55Embq Link to the GitHub: https://lnkd.in/dzMTXbDg Future work: Make separate login dashboard for recruiters and candidates/participants. Improving User Experience Expanding AI Capabilities and more. Thanks to Dr. Zafar Shahid and moderators at iCodeGuru, Sir Mohammad Anwar Khan, Founder - Pak Angels and Sir Hassan Syed, Founder - ASPIRE Pakistan for this amazing course and hackathon. I'm excited to see how SmartHRBot Pro can make a difference in the recruitment landscape 🌍. #GenerativeAI #Hackathon #SmartHRBOTPRO #RecruitmentInnovation #AIforHR

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𝐌𝐨𝐔 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐔𝐨𝐓 𝐍𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 On September 11, 2025, the University of Technology (UoT) Nowshera officially signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mobiserve Pakistan, under the coordination of ORIC, UoT. The agreement, facilitated by Engr. Zeeshan Lodhi (Incharge CDC), was marked by the presence of Additional Registrar Dr. Dawar Awan and Dr. Naveed Jan, along with the Mobiserve team represented by Mr. Yasir Khan (HR Manager, North Region) and Mr. Salman Ahmad Jan (Admin Incharge). This MoU marks a significant step in strengthening academia-industry linkages, creating internship and employment opportunities for students, and aligning education with industry needs for mutual growth. Hammad Ghias Youssif Muhammed Mohamed Fetouh Zulqurnain Cheema jawad ali ASFANDYAR MANSOOR Adeel Saleem Essam Talha Imran shah #UoTNowshera #oricuot #mobiservepakistan #MOUSigning #IndustryAcademiaLinkages #CareerReadiness #InnovationAndGrowth

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Pakistan 5G Rollout: Comprehensive CAPEX Estimate & ROI Outlook - Data Analytical Review FINANCIAL & STRATEGIC DISCLAIMER This study report is for self internal strategic planning and illustrative learning purposes, only Based on AI data collection from Web Sites and Assumptions . All financial projections, including CAPEX estimates and ROI timelines, are gathered with help of AI plateforms, Actual results may vary significantly based on final spectrum auction outcomes, currency fluctuations (USD/PKR), and vendor-specific negotiations. This document does not constitute financial evidence, advice or a binding commitment to investment,Thanks to ChatGPT, GEMINI and PTA Web Site for data gathering. Executive Summary ​As Pakistan approaches the February 26, 2026 spectrum auction, the telecom landscape is shifting toward a high-speed, 5G-enabled economy. This report provides a detailed 10-year CAPEX and ROI projection based on an average operator size of 15,000 sites. With a nationwide total of approximately 58,423 sites (as of late 2025), no single operator currently exceeds 18,000 sites, providing a realistic baseline for infrastructure investment. Erricson Widely deployed in Europe, North America, and many Asian markets. Typical 5G Hardware Price Ranges Massive MIMO AAU (32T32R / 64T64R): ~$15,000 – $25,000 per unit SmartBuy Macro radio panels / smaller radios: ~$5,000 – $7,500 SmartBuy Baseband Unit (BBU / DU): ~$10,000 – $20,000 SmartBuy Small cell radios: ~$1,000 – $5,000 Huawei Historically price-competitive and widely used in cost-sensitive markets. Massive MIMO AAUs and radios can be 10–20% cheaper than Ericsson/Nokia at similar performance levels (industry insiders often cite this trend).Also Pricing depends on global trade policies; in some countries Huawei may face import restrictions or additional certification costs. Zte Similar to Huawei in pricing profile; focuses on cost-effective solutions. Often most competitive hardware pricing among tier-1 vendors. PW Consulting Used in emerging markets with tight CapEx budgets. Nokia Often positioned near Ericsson in terms of pricing and performance. Massive MIMO / AAU pricing generally in the same ballpark as Ericsson. � PW Consulting Integrated offerings (RAN + cloud/core convergence) can offer long-term OPEX benefits even if hardware costs are similar. General 5G Base Station Cost Ranges These are total site equipment expectations, not just radios: Erricson PatentPC +1Category Estimated Cost Average 5G base station (all hardware) $150,000 – $250,000 Semiconductorinsight Small cell unit $10,000 – $50,000 PatentPC This includes: Radio hardware (AAUs, RRUs, BBUs) Antennas Mounting & cabling Integration & testing Basic software licenses CapEx Planning by Vendor Scenario For 1,000 5G sites (Year-1 minimum requirement): Approx. RAN Hardware Cost (1,000 sites) Vendor Huawei ~$30M – $40M ZTE ~$30M – $45M Ericsson / Nokia ~$45M – $60M #Pakistan5G #PTA #Dataanalytics #ROI

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𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝟏𝟒𝟑𝟖 𝐌𝐛𝐩𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝟓𝐆 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬, 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 Zong has recorded 5G field trial speeds exceeding 1438 Mbps in Islamabad, underscoring its strong network readiness and advanced infrastructure capabilities. Building on its early 5G milestones, the company continues to enhance performance through AI-driven optimization and sustained infrastructure investment. The upcoming rollout will focus on delivering seamless user experience, intelligent network management, and expanded digital services to support Pakistan’s next-generation connectivity. . #5G #Telecom #Connectivity #MobileNetwork #DigitalTransformation #NetworkInnovation #AI #DigitalPakistan #PakistanTech #Zong #Phonebolee

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Pakistan’s Telcos in the AI Era Now in this AI era, where adoption is happening 5x faster than previous technological waves, the foundation of success lies in robust infrastructure. For Pakistan, this is a defining moment. Telcos are not just service providers — they are the backbone of our digital future. To truly enable AI-driven innovation, our telecom sector must: - Upgrade networks to deliver ultra-low latency and high reliability across all regions. - Invest in sovereign, scalable data centers that can handle exponential AI-driven workloads. - Adopt cloud-native architectures for agility, efficiency, and faster service rollout. - Strengthen cybersecurity to protect AI-powered services and national data sovereignty. AI is reshaping industries, customer experiences, and national competitiveness. Pakistan’s telcos that evolve their infrastructure today will be the ones leading tomorrow — not just locally, but regionally. The question isn’t if AI will transform Pakistan’s telecom sector, but how fast we can adapt. AI #Telecom #Pakistan #DigitalTransformation #Telco #Infrastructure

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#5G is a foundational technology for the next phase of digital growth and a strategic necessity to sustain #competitiveness, #capacity #leadership, and service #innovation. In Pakistani telecom landscape there is no option of not having it for any active player however, Its deployment should be actively pursued with a clear focus on unlocking new value beyond traditional mobile broadband through enterprise solutions, fixed wireless access, and future oriented platforms such as standalone core, edge computing, and network slicing. While early phases may overlap with existing #4G services, a well sequenced and strategically tailored rollout aligned with ecosystem maturity, transport and IP evolution, and targeted monetization will ensure that 5G evolves from a capacity enhancement into a revenue booster and business enabler and a string migrator towards digital portfolio. With the right partnerships and use case driven execution, 5G has all potential of becoming a #catalyst for #sustainable growth rather than merely a #technology upgrade. #5G #innovation #Strategy #enabler #Digital

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AI is the Future with Zong 5G Speeds! 🚀 From pioneering Pakistan’s first 5G trial to achieving groundbreaking milestones, Zong continues to lead the country’s digital transformation. Our latest 5G speed test has crossed 1.4 Gbps, setting new benchmarks for connectivity and performance. We are gearing up to go nationwide — bringing a faster, smarter, and more connected Pakistan into a new digital era. Source: https://lnkd.in/dZ3dsGez The future is here. The speed is real. #Zong5G #AisaHaiFuture #SpeedTest #DigitalPakistan #5GRevolution

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IoT connectivity is transforming the landscape of emergency response, providing first responders with unprecedented real-time capabilities. This cutting-edge technology acts as a force multiplier, empowering emergency services with instant location tracking and status updates of personnel. By leveraging IoT-enabled devices and comprehensive awareness platforms, first responders can now coordinate more effectively during large-scale emergencies, allocate resources with pinpoint accuracy, and process critical data with remarkable efficiency. The result? Faster, more informed decision-making in life-or-death situations. As we embrace this digital revolution in public safety, IoT connectivity isn't just enhancing operations, it's helping our heroes on the front lines save more lives every day. #IoTforEmergencyServices #SmartFirstResponders #PublicSafetyTech #ConnectedRescue #TechForGood #DigitalTransformation #FutureTech #TELUSBusiness #TeamTELUS

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Telecom companies, led by PTAPA President Dr. Shahid Farooq Alvi and PTAPA Vice President Irshad Ahmed, met with Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) management on 20 Jan 2026 to advance fiber-based internet growth across Punjab. Discussions focused on a one-window RoW NOC mechanism and RoW-free approvals to accelerate Underground Telecom Common Corridor development and expand fiber connectivity in Lahore and other cities of Punjab. #PTAPA #PITB #FiberConnectivity #DigitalPunjab

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Pakistan is preparing to enter the 5G era as authorities move ahead with issuing licenses to telecom companies ahead of Eid al-Fitr. The rollout is expected to begin soon after the ceremony, starting in Islamabad and other major cities. Faster mobile speeds and improved connectivity could transform how people work, learn, and stay connected. For businesses and tech innovators, the shift to 5G also opens doors for new digital opportunities. Officials say the network will gradually expand across the country, including remote areas, marking a major step forward for Pakistan’s digital future. Image: AI-generated for illustration purposes. #TrendingPakistan #Pakistan #5GPakistan #DigitalPakistan #TelecomIndustry #TechInnovation #Connectivity vation #Connectivity

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Pakistan Telecom Industry 2025: Growth in Users, Surge in Data – But Revenues Under Pressure Broadband Users Growth (Millions) – shows steady rise to 150M users by 2025. Telecom Data Usage (Petabytes) – highlights a 38% jump in just three years. Telecom Revenue Trend (PKR Billion) – reflects declining revenues despite subscriber growth. #PakistanTelecom #TelecomTrends #BroadbandGrowth #DataAnalytics #TelecomIndustry #Connectivity

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Implementation of NGMS Phase-IV in Gilgit marks another major milestone in strengthening connectivity. SCO continues to play a key role in expanding and enhancing SCOM 4G network services, bringing faster, more reliable communication to the region and empowering communities with better digital access. #DigitalPakistan #SCO #4G #5G #WIFI #Communication #IT

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📡 Evolution of Mobile Networks: World vs Pakistan 🇵🇰 The world has come a long way in telecom from analog voice to ultra-fast, smart 5G networks. Unfortunately, Pakistan still lags behind in this journey. 🌍 Global Progress: • 1G to 5G: Many countries are already leveraging 5G for smart cities, autonomous vehicles, and real-time AI applications. 🇵🇰 Pakistan’s Reality: • 2G & 3G: Still widely in use, especially in rural areas. • 4G: Growing but not yet fully optimized nationwide. • 5G: Trials conducted, but no commercial rollout yet. 🔍 While the world is stepping into a 5G and AI driven future, Pakistan is still catching up with 4G coverage and quality challenges. The gap is real but so is the potential. 🚀 We need investment, innovation, and strong policy frameworks to bring Pakistan up to global telecom standards. #Telecom #Pakistan #5G #NetworkEvolution #DigitalDivide #Technology #RFEngineering #DriveTest #TelecomTransformation

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