Mplify Launches 2026 NaaS Excellence Awards to Spotlight AI-Driven Infrastructure Leadership
Event summary
- Mplify opened submissions for its 2026 NaaS Excellence Awards on April 28, 2026.
- 20 award categories recognize AI-ready infrastructure, interconnection, orchestration, and secure connectivity.
- Submissions close June 26, 2026; winners announced September 23, 2026, in Boston.
- Independent panel of analysts will evaluate entries based on strategic relevance and measurable impact.
The big picture
Mplify’s awards reflect the industry’s shift from NaaS theory to execution, with AI infrastructure now operating at scale. The program highlights the growing emphasis on interoperability, automation, and secure connectivity as enterprises demand more from digital infrastructure. The awards also underscore the role of standardization in enabling multi-provider service delivery.
What we're watching
- AI Infrastructure Scaling
- How the pace of AI-driven infrastructure deployment will impact NaaS adoption.
- Ecosystem Collaboration
- Whether multi-party orchestration platforms can sustain cross-provider integration.
- Standardization Impact
- The extent to which LSO APIs and automation frameworks will define NaaS leadership.
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