Why Mergers & Acquisitions Are Back
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have experienced a surge in the telecoms market over the past year. Cheap funding and low interest rates certainly play a huge role, but evolving market dynamics are the real drivers.
BPL: Broadband Pipe Dream or Real Threat to Telcos?
High-profile companies such as Google, IBM and Earthlink are investing in the BPL technology which will provide broadband over power lines and creating some noise. Pyramid Research argues that while some technical issues with BPL are resolved, the adoption will be marginal.
Telecom New Zealand: Outsourcing Network Operation to Move Up the Value Chain
Telecom New Zealand has fully opted out of network management and operations to focus on becoming a solutions provider to its customers. The operator relies on its vendor partners' technology expertise and shares the risks of the transition to new technologies.
