IETF 122 post-meeting survey reveals mixed feedback

IETF 122 post-meeting survey reveals mixed feedback is profiled by BTW Media because published evidence links it to internet infrastructure, governance, operational dependencies, or market visibility.

• Overall satisfaction for IETF 122 stands at 4.49 out of 5, but there are notable concerns about specific sessions.
• The survey results are available through an interactive dashboard, revealing detailed feedback from participants.

What happened: IETF 122 survey highlights areas of discontent and room for improvement

IETF 122 took place from 15 to 21 March 2025 in Bangkok, with a mix of 752 onsite and 549 remote participants. A post-meeting survey was conducted with 244 responses — 196 from onsite and 48 from remote attendees. The results, published on 17 April 2025, show an overall satisfaction score of 4.49 out of 5, but also indicate areas where participants were less content.

Survey responses pointed out that sessions such as the Hackathon received relatively high ratings, but other parts of the event, like side meetings and plenary sessions, were not as well-received, scoring 3.93. This suggests that while some aspects of the event were deemed acceptable, there were significant shortcomings. Feedback from participants led to changes such as revising the side meeting booking process and increasing rented furniture to address seating issues.

Additionally, dietary options were reviewed based on attendee input, but questions remain about how effectively these adjustments will meet diverse needs in the future. Signage was also improved to assist navigation around the venue, indicating logistical challenges faced by some attendees.

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Why it’s important

While the IETF’s survey reflects a relatively high overall satisfaction, the results also underscore areas where significant improvements are needed. The low ratings for specific sessions such as side meetings raise concerns about the quality and organisation of parts of the event. These aspects will need to be addressed more thoroughly in future meetings, as the ongoing adjustments may not be enough to resolve all attendee concerns. The ability of IETF to enact meaningful changes based on participant feedback will be crucial in determining whether these meetings remain relevant for the broader community.