AI meets the network: what enterprises must prepare for in 2026

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AI is changing how networks operate and what they must support, making 2026 a critical turning point.

In this webinar, IDC senior analyst Brandon Butler will present new survey research on the dual shift underway: AI for networks, where agentic, self-driving operations reshape management, and networks for AI, where infrastructure must scale to support demanding AI and ML workloads.

After the guest analyst presentation, HPE leaders Jon Mischel, Selena Mosley, and Ken Dellovo will join Brandon to discuss real-world implications for enterprise IT, including:

  • Agentic, self-driving network operations
  • AI-ready, high-performance network fabrics
  • Microservices architectures for agility
  • Autonomous remediation with human-in-the-loop controls

 

Join us to see how AI will redefine networks in 2026.


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Date:
February 24, 2026

Time:
2:00 p.m. – 2:40 p.m. GMT


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Brandon Butler

Brandon Butler

Senior Research Manager,

Enterprise Networks,

IDC

Jon Mischel

Jon Mischel

Director of Marketing,

Telco Cloud and AI Data Center Networking

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Selena Mosley

Selena Mosley

Lead product marketing manager for Marvis AI

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Ken Dellovo

Ken Dellovo

Senior Staff Product Marketing Manager

Hewlett Packard Enterprise