Scenarios for the Evolution of the Wireless Industry in Europe to 2010 and Beyond

Published by Analysys Mason (February 2006)

 

Dr Mark Heath, Director of Research at Sound Partners Dr Mark Heath
Director of Research, Sound Partners

Dr Alastair Brydon
CEO of Sound Partners


 

  “Our three scenarios for the evolution of the wireless industry demonstrate that very different outcomes are possible over the next five to ten years. Fixed–mobile substitution and fixed–mobile convergence, new services, disruptive technologies and the shape of the value chain could all have a major impact on the industry. Using our scenarios and the forecasts that go with them, operators, equipment vendors and regulators can develop robust strategies.”  
 

Product overview

Organisations in the wireless industry are faced with several uncertainties that could have a significant impact upon the competitive and technological landscape over the next five to ten years. These include:

  • customer demand for 3G services

  • service mix and pricing

  • fixed–mobile substitution

  • fixed–mobile convergence

  • wireless infrastructure developments (including Super 3G/LTE, DVB-H, WiMAX and 4G)

  • handset and terminal design

  • competition, regulation, industry structure and value chain organisation

This report defines and examines three different, yet plausible, scenarios for the evolution of the wireless industry in Europe, in order to assess the implications of these uncertainties for existing and new industry players. The report forecasts ARPU and wireless network usage for each scenario, assessing the impact on network investment. It also considers the implications for the wireless industry value chain as new services and new players emerge. The report provides invaluable support to organisations developing business plans and testing their strategies over the medium- to long-term.

 

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This report answers your key questions

Scenarios for the Evolution of the Wireless Industry in Europe to 2010 and Beyond answers your key questions:

  • Amid many current uncertainties, how could the wireless industry realistically change over the next five to ten years?

  • How will different outcomes affect organisations within the industry?

  • What are the early warning signs of each future scenario?

  • What actions can organisations take to steer the industry in the most favourable direction and to mitigate the risk of other outcomes?