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Tackling next generation challenges

Telecommunications operators are facing challenges of growth, convergence, business transformation, technological change and increasing regulation.

The continuing growth of the telecom industry seems to have become a key contributor to India’s progress. Today, there are about 500 million telecom subscribers with a net addition of more than 11 million new mobile subscribers per month.

There exists enormous business potential for telecom companies on account of country’s low teledensity, which currently stands a bit above 42%.

The next few months will be action-packed for the industry. The new operators may launch services, the government would auction spectrum for 3G and Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) services and Mobile Number Portability (MNP) would come in to action. The entry of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) also adds to the list.

The telecommunications industry chooses us because they gain from our clear understanding of the opportunities, complexities and commercial realities of the industry.

What gives us this understanding is our Global Telecommunications Center. Operating from Paris, Africa, Beijing, Delhi and San Antonio, the Center brings together people and ideas from across the world, to help you address the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Our team of over 250 professionals from multi-disciplinary backgrounds, work across the telecom value chain of operators, vendors, and data and infrastructure service providers.

We help you effectively tailor your response to the telecom environment in a way that improves the financial performance of your business. It’s how we make a difference and help your business achieve its full potential.

Lessons from change: telecommunications industry

How can you manage your company through the recession and position yourself for growth? After interviewing thousands of telecom executives, we identified some overarching themes. From developing robust business models to strengthening stakeholder confidence, we uncover lessons that could mean the difference between surviving and thriving in the new economic environment.

Asia calling Outsourcing for cost optimization

This analysis of the outsourcing activities of operators across Asia looks at the business case around outsourcing, its risks and rewards. Read the report to find out more.

Asia calling taking on the rising MVNO wave

This reports discusses the rising wave of MVNOs in Asia and relevant business strategy.  To read more click here (pdf, 326.5kb).

India 2012: Telecom growth continues

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the industry and draws attention to the fact that stable policies, a conducive and consultative regulatory environment are necessary to develop investor confidence. Read the report to find out more.

3G and Broadband Wireless Access guidelines amendments

The guidelines for the auction and allotment of Spectrum for 3G and Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) were issued on 1 August 2008. On 11 September, 2008, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) issued clarifications/amendments for both 3G and BWA guidelines. Click here (pdf, 93.3kb) to read Ernst and Young's summary of the policy guidelines.

Guidelines for Resale of International Private Leased Circuit

In India, resales in International Private Leased Circuit (‘IPLC’) Services was not permitted, other than for the International Long Distance (‘ILD’) operators. This was with a view to creating infrastructure. On 24 September 2008, the DoT permitted the resale of IPLC and introduced a new category of license – ‘Resale of IPLC’ service license. Click here to read Ernst and Young's summary of the policy guidelines.

Revenue Assurance Survey

Indian telecom companies are losing close to USD 750 mn annually as leakages. The figure is expected to touch USD 2 bn in 2 years. The revenue assurance (RA) survey showcases findings based on in-depth interviews with RA managers and leaders with over two thirds of the total telecom operators in India. Contact us for a complete copy of the report.

Tackling next generation challenges

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