Jerry Becomes Head Of APJATEL Again, Focuses On Simplifying Regulations And Optimizing Networks

Chairman of APJATEL Jerry Mangasas Swandy (photo: dock. VOI)

JAKARTA - Jerry Mangasas Swandy is again trusted to be the General Chair of the Telecommunication Network Operators Association (APJATEL) for the 2024-2027 period, in the 2024 APJATEL III National Conference (MUNAS) in Bogor.

In his vision, Jerry carries three main programs to support the development of telecommunications networks in Indonesia. First, he emphasized the importance of harmonization and simplification of regulations in network procurement.

"Well, we are holding a network that is difficult, whether on trains, in forests, toll roads for clan services or private areas such as islands that cannot be touched," Jerry told the media, Thursday, October 24 in Bogor.

Second, Jerry will focus on structuring the utility network with the support of all network owners. He said he would hold a meeting with high-ranking officials to discuss the establishment of a business entity capable of bridging inter-operator collaboration.

Program ketiga adalah optimalisasi pemanfaatan jaringan yang ada. Menurut Jerry, jaringan sepanjang 800 ribu kilometer di Indonesia perlu dioptimalkan.

"This is in accordance with the Job Creation Law which encourages infrastructure sharing," he explained. Optimization aims to maximize network utilization without the need to continuously add new infrastructure.

Finally, he hopes that APJATEL can continue to collaborate with the Ministry of Communication and Digital to support new technology for the advancement of telecommunications in Indonesia.