DZS launched the DZS Helix Edge Access portfolio that showcase carrier-grade edge access solutions ready to leverage DZS Cloud Service Management Intelligence and Orchestration to deliver an augmented broadband experience and improved operational efficiencies. Futurum’s Ron Westfall examines why the Helix Edge Access portfolio strengthens the overall competitiveness of DZS, especially in competing against major rivals ADTRAN and Calix, and the key role DZS Cloud can play in shepherding CSP migration toward software-centric networks and powering adoption of intelligent edge capabilities.