Howie Tong
About Howie Tong
Howie Tong is a Network Planner at TELUS with over 20 years of experience, specializing in IP and Optical networks.
Title
Howie Tong holds the position of Network Planner at TELUS. He has been dedicated to his role for over two decades, having joined TELUS in September 2000. His work primarily involves planning IP and Optical networks, focusing on network synchronization for a diverse range of services.
Company
Howie Tong has been with TELUS for more than 20 years. TELUS is a prominent Canadian telecommunications company where he specializes in network planning. His responsibilities include optimizing both capital expenditures (CAPEX) and operating expenses (OPEX) to align with corporate strategies.
Education and Expertise
Howie Tong earned his Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Alberta, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. His specialization encompasses IP and Optical networks, addressing services such as Managed service/IP, Voice, VoIP, Data centres, ISP, Wireless, and Video Streaming.
Network Planning and Optimization
In his role at TELUS, Howie Tong focuses on enhancing network efficiency through collaboration with vendors, equipment redeployment, and legacy system consolidation. He adheres to the principles of Robustness, Reliability, and Resiliency to ensure high-quality network performance.
Commitment to Learning and Knowledge Sharing
Howie Tong believes in continuous learning and aims to share his expertise to build a strong foundation for future advancements. He is dedicated to improving network integrity and efficiency, contributing to the overall growth and reliability of telecommunications infrastructure.