Role of CBOM in a Telco's PQC Journey
· 16:15 – 16:55 Amsterdam time · Room A (2)
This presentation on behalf of the GSMA PQTN task force will examine the role of a "Cryptographic Bill of Materials" in the telecommunication sector. The session will explore CBOM and its relationship to the Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), review the current standards landscape, identify telecommunications-specific use cases, and outline the regulatory drivers shaping adoption.
The need for industry alignment on CBOM use, format, and content as a means to simplify the management and communication of cryptography between parties will be highlighted. This "CBOM profile" will provide telco operators with a structured way to express cryptographic requirements, plan the migration to post-quantum cryptography, and manage cryptographic assets across their lifecycle, while giving vendors the mechanisms to communicate the cryptographic assets and future roadmap commitments associated with their products and services to operators and other stakeholders. The session concludes with actionable recommendations for telco network operators, vendors, and other relevant stakeholders engaged in the transition to post-quantum cryptography.
The presentation will be of interest to network operators, the entire telecommunications supply chain, and government regulators. It complements other standardization and industry adoption efforts.
Speakers
- Group R&D Director · Vodafone
Luke Ibbetson leads the Vodafone Group Research and Development organisation, fostering the adoption of disruptive and emerging technologies for the benefit of customers, efficiency and growth. A telco industry professional with 30 years of experience, Luke is currently shaping Vodafone's thinking on Quantum technology, 6G, non-terrestrial networks, vehicle autonomy and advanced AI/ML. Luke is Chair of the Next Generation Mobile Networks (NGMN) Board Strategy Committee, Vice Chair of GSMA Post Quantum Telco Networks Task Force, and Chairman of the TechWorks Board and serves as main Board member for the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), AST Space Mobile, and several venture backed technology companies. Luke is a proud pioneer of low power wide area IoT and a passionate supporter of innovative thinking.
- quantum safe strategy advisor · IBM
Lory Thorpe is an executive technology leader and board advisor with more than 20 years of experience shaping the strategy, commercialisation and adoption of emerging technologies across global industries. Her expertise spans advanced connectivity and communication, quantum readiness, cybersecurity, and deep tech, with a proven track record of leading innovation from research and incubation through to market adoption and industry-scale deployment, bridging the gap between breakthrough innovation and commercial outcomes. As a Senior Strategy Advisor within IBM, Lory leads the Quantum Safe agenda for industries, helping organisations prepare for the risks and opportunities of the quantum era. She is the Chair of the GSMA Post Quantum Telco Network Task Force, the first global telecom industry forum dedicated to post-quantum cryptography adoption, driving industry collaboration on quantum readiness and security. With a background in engineering and cybersecurity, Lory is a recognised speaker on emerging technologies, innovation and quantum readiness. She is passionate about responsible innovation and a champion for diversity in STEM.
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