Deploying intelligence deeper into the access network is expected to drive economic growth and create new opportunities for businesses and consumers in the near future. This includes integrating the Internet of Things (IoT), edge compute, and smart services into every network. Businesses can leverage these technologies to improve productivity, reduce costs, and create new revenue streams by enabling greater connectivity and access to data and services.Increasing demand for smart services and the IoT is driving a significant need for more intelligence further into a network, particularly in rural areas with limited broadband connectivity. As a result, telecommunication companies and service providers are investing in edge computing technologies to meet this demand.