Forthright Insight

PTC 2026 update

After 25 years of covering global networks for market research firms and trade publishers, I’ve struck out on my own to form an independent consultancy, Forthright Insight, LLC. My initial clients are more market research and consulting firms, spanning the connectivity supply chain from optical transceiver deployments to submarine cable bandwidth transactions. 

Conferences are my favorite part of the job, so I look forward to returning to Honolulu for PTC in January. I’m busy setting up bilateral briefings on market trends, tracking bandwidth deployment and demand drivers in particular. If I’ve propositioned you, please accept! If you’re pursuing PTC more stealthily, please reach out. 

I’m happy to advise on any aspect of the global connectivity business on the spot, or point you in the right direction if your interests extend beyond my expertise. From you, I’d like to learn what you’re seeking from the industry, and what you’re finding. We’ll make the most of our meeting slot, and take it from there.

For more about me, go to LinkedIn, or reach out through the contact form below. Thanks!

Erik Kreifeldt, Principal