AI Driven Networks Are More Marketing Than Reality
Tech Field Day, Monday, May 4th, 2026
AI in networking is overhyped; experts discuss where it truly delivers value and its limitations.
This Tech Field Day podcast episode examines the gap between AI marketing claims and reality in networking. Hosts Tom Hollingsworth, Jennifer Huber, and Megan Sorensen explore where vendors position AI across wireless, automation, and operations, while identifying where those claims fall short.
They highlight genuine AI applications like site surveys and optimization, but point out critical limitations such as poor troubleshooting of unknown issues and dependence on high-quality data. The episode concludes that AI is only as effective as the data supporting it, encouraging realistic expectations rather than vendor hype.