The Wholesale Communications Market Comes Of Age

The wholesale market was created by the liberalization of communications sector — a process that began in the mid 1980s. For 20 years this initial phase of the market met most of the needs of the time despite its imperfections. A second evolutionary phase has emerged characterized by new networks, more efficient operations, increased competition, and demands for new services to rectify these imperfections. This phase is characterized by higher demand for wholesale services, Next Generation Network (NGN) rollouts, and changes in regulation. As the pace of change accelerates, we see a third evolutionary phase emerging where the bold can prosper by embracing the opportunities created by video, mobility, and other new services enabled by new networks, systems, and technology. Those less brave are at risk of becoming commodity providers.

This teleconference tackles what has changed in the wholesale communication markets and identify what providers need to do to succeed.

Agenda:

• The wholesale market is at an inflection point.
• Looking forward: changing demands and new strategies
• Wholesale operators must focus on six approaches.

Vendors mentioned: Alcatel, ATT, BT, Carphone, DOCOMO, DT, FT, Telefonica, and Telstra.