About This Webinar
Designing, manufacturing, installing, and maintaining fiber-based communication devices and networks requires accurately simulating and replicating the physical optical fiber infrastructure to ensure the intended performance objectives are met. Several proven best practices enable the most precise and reliable results to be achieved while mitigating detrimental issues that often arise when using alternative makeshift approaches or skipping this testing process entirely. This presentation discusses the critical importance of simulating the physical fiber infrastructure and why it must be simulated as precisely as possible during the testing process.
This presentation will also address common challenges that arise when the fiber infrastructure is simulated. When building a network simulation testbed, several pain points exist that must be solved. These pain points include how to replicate the unique aspects of network spans (different fiber types, distances, connectors, fiber events); bare optical fiber sourcing constraints; and properly organizing and managing the optical fiber spools. Another topic to be discussed is “Keeping it Real,” which explains why complete lengths of real optical fiber should always be used for network simulation testing rather than cutting corners by using makeshift approaches. This section includes examples of alternative approaches known to deliver poor or inaccurate results, along with real-life situations where negative outcomes and issues occurred.
Learn about proven best practices for simulating the physical fiber infrastructure that deliver maximum results and benefits, along with related helpful tips. These best practices include investing in quality network simulation solutions and products, selecting an experienced and reputable network simulation vendor, using the same fiber types as those deployed in the field or intended network, using new (or a currently owned) fiber of known high quality, and adhering to effective testing practices, such as frequently cleaning connectors. Following the presentation, the presenter will be available for a Q&A with the audience.
Who should attend:
This presentation is intended for fiber optic communications engineers involved in performing or overseeing fiber optic testing processes. It applies to professionals working with the design, manufacturing, installation, or maintenance of fiber-based networks and systems.
Relevant job roles include:
- R&D engineers.
- Optical performance test engineers.
- Network transport engineers.
- Quality assurance engineers.
- Test lab managers.
- Engineers at all experience levels — from entry-level to technical leadership roles — will benefit.
Industries include:
- Telecom/ISPs.
- Data centers and cloud/AI providers.
- Network equipment manufacturers.
- Aerospace/defense.
- Financial institutions.
- Energy/utilities.
- Universities and research organizations.
Attendees will learn why accurately simulating optical fiber infrastructure is essential for testing, the value of a quality network simulation testbed, ways to avoid costly issues, and key best practices that improve testing outcomes and return on investment.
About the presenter:
Kevin Miller is the cofounder and CEO of M2 Optics and a driving force behind its growth from a bootstrapped startup to a recognized global leader in specialized fiber optic solutions. With more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship, he leads the company’s vision, culture, marketing, and strategic initiatives while remaining actively involved across core business functions. His leadership approach blends extensive industry expertise with a people-first mindset, shaped early in his career by successful sales & entrepreneurial mentors, and resulting in M2’s client-centric business model. In addition to M2, Miller also owns a commercial real estate business and is an active member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) Raleigh-Durham chapter. He holds a Business Administration degree from Loyola Marymount University and resides in Raleigh, N.C., with his wife and their dog.