PurposeThis paper aims to explore the question: “What is the relationship between standards and business models?” and illustrate the conceptual linkage with reference to developments in the mobile communications industry.Des...... hiện toàn bộ
When the German telecommunications market was opened up entirely to competition it was mainly characterized by a monopoly in the fixed‐link segment and a duopoly in the cellular segment. The article aims at highlighting how the German market has evolved since liberalisation and which developments have been brought about by competitive forces. The argument in this article is highly based on...... hiện toàn bộ
PurposeThere is much evidence that information and communication technologies (ICTs) are drivers of economic growth. As a result, government is keen to promote ICT take‐up, particularly where there is economic development need. The rural economy in most countries is regarded as that which requires intervention ...... hiện toàn bộ
In the 1990s, the Euro‐Nordic industry leaders in wireless communications enjoyed a period of explosive growth as the vision of the mobile Internet captured the market momentum. But the bursting of the Internet bubble, excessive 3G licence fees and the general industry downturn has dramatically affected Europe’s wireless future. This article examines the reasons for the success of Europe’s...... hiện toàn bộ
It is essential for professionals to have flexible access to information sources and interaction with clients and colleagues. Mobile phones, e‐mail, pagers, laptops, and PCs all aim to facilitate the flexibility necessary for conducting their work. Ideally, professionals with intense demands on their time should not be supported by various information and interaction technologies, they sho...... hiện toàn bộ
PurposeThis paper aims to analyze the determinants of broadband diffusion, taking into account supply‐side factors such as market entry regulation and demand‐side factors such as secondary education attainment.Design/methodo...... hiện toàn bộ
Chronicles a series of errors in the Telecommunications Act by using a “fairy tale” scenario to aid in explanation of this US 1996 procedure. Addresses local market jurisdiction and dual cost standards. Concludes many of the Act’s goals remain largely unfulfilled as local exchange customers will not see the benefits the Act was hoped to deliver, until technology allows better delivery.