Communications Services
The communication services market is evolving at a remarkable rate. There is a definite shift from pigeon-holed, specific services provided by non-competing players in the value chain to a more competitive, inclusive ecosystem with organizations offering bundled, end-to-end solutions. This is characterised by the sophistication of technology and consumers’ willingness to pay for more integrated, service-centric solutions.
Frost & Sullivan’s Telecommunications research and consulting programs look evolutions of hardware and software, with focus on the services built on these technologies. This provides unique insights into the competitive dynamics of the market, detailed assessments of market opportunities, pricing strategies, demand trends, and technological developments, as well as applications and best practices for the industry. In the communications services market, we look at, among other segments:
- Triple, Quad and Quint Play services
- Operator and Network Provider Strategies
- Technology Vendor Strategies
- Regulatory Developments
- Convergence with new technologies (cloud, mobile money)
We work closely with the world’s leading telecom firms, hardware manufacturers, service providers, OEMs and new age disruptors to build tailored, customized solutions provide clients with the best strategies for growth, supported by the right key data points researched to meet the client’s needs and the specific engagement. Our research spans broadly across the sector and provides deep insights into specific markets in the most significant areas of enterprise and consumer telecommunications industry.
-
24 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research
Growth Opportunities in AI-Driven Compliance Automation, API Platforms, Cloud-Native Data Integration, Industrial IoT and Edge Computing
IT, Computing and Communication Technology Opportunity Engine
This edition of the ITCC Technology Opportunity Engine highlights breakthrough innovations across AI-driven compliance automation, open banking platforms, cloud-native data integration, high-capacity optical transport, industrial IoT, advanced radar sensing, cloud-managed networks, ML-based fintech payments, workspace productivity, and sales CRM so...
$950.00 -
13 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Frost Radar
Frost Radar™: Carrier Managed Network Services, 2025
A Benchmarking System to Spark Companies to Action - Innovation That Fuels New Deal Flow and Growth Pipelines
This Frost Radar™ analysis considers how carrier managed network services (MNS) providers are enhancing and simplifying the consumption of network services. The increasing complexity of managing multiple network services, including underlay, overlay, software-defined networking, and security, is driving businesses to engage with MNS providers. With...
$4,950.00 -
13 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Customer Research
2025 Global Managed Network Services: Voice of Customer Survey
Organizations’ Preferences in Managed Network Services
Frost & Sullivan conducted a global survey of network decision-makers in October and November 2024 to understand organizations’ perceptions, decisions, and purchases regarding managed network services. This analysis contrasts global responses with regional results. Respondents represented a range of industries and business sizes from 19 countries, ...
$4,950.00 -
09 Oct 2025  |  North America  |  Frost Radar
Frost Radar™: Managed SD-WAN in North America, 2025
A Benchmarking System to Spark Companies to Action - Innovation That Fuels New Deal Flow and Growth Pipelines
Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) is rapidly evolving into a strategic enabler of secure, agile, and cloud-centric enterprise operations. As complexity grows, demand for managed SD-WAN services is surging, helping organizations streamline deployment and maximize value. Frost & Sullivan’s 2024 Global Network Survey reveals North America...
$4,950.00 -
26 Sep 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research
Innovations in Generative AI, FinOps Solution, Edge AI, Deepfake Detection, Travel Management, App Testing, Cellular and Edge IoT
IT, Computing and Communications Technology Opportunity Engine
This edition captures developments related to Generative AI, AI-driven SaaS Platform, FinOps Solution, Edge AI, Deepfake Detection, Smart Travel Management, AI-powered App Testing, Cellular IoT Solution, Industrial IoT Edge Solution, Data Labeling.ITCC TOE’s mission is to investigate emerging wireless communication and computing technology areas in...
$950.00 -
11 Sep 2025  |  Global  |  Customer Research
2025 UCC Buyers Perspectives – Investment Priorities in 2025 and Beyond
The Pillars of Effective Communication: Manageability, Security, Integration, and Interoperability
This year's Frost & Sullivan UCC IT Decision Maker (ITDM) survey reveals that organizations are increasingly prioritizing manageability and integration to drive operational efficiency and flexibility. At the same time, seamless integration capabilities, especially through the adoption of APIs and third-party tool compatibility, are essential for ag...
$4,950.00 -
04 Sep 2025  |  North America  |  Market Research
North American Retail and Wholesale Ethernet Market Forecast, 2025
The Adoption of Advanced Technologies is Negatively Impacting this Mature Market
In this study, Frost & Sullivan focuses on leading service providers that provide comprehensive Ethernet services (retail and wholesale) offerings in North America. The North American Ethernet services market continues to experience negative revenue growth rates, primarily due to price compression, market maturity, and the increasing adoption of SD...
$2,450.00 -
29 Aug 2025  |  Global  |  Market Research
The CPaaS Revolution: APIs, AI, and the New Era of Communication
AI-Powered Innovation Creates Differentiation and Boosts Value Propositions
Frost & Sullivan’s 2025 IT decision-maker (ITDM) survey was conducted to gain insights into the following end-user organizations’ priorities: - Current communications and collaboration technology adoption rates and future adoption plans. - Demand for communications platform as a service (CPaaS) and programmable communications functionality throug...
$4,950.00 -
29 Aug 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research
Innovations in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, SaaS, Fintech, IoT Platform, Edge Computing, Wireless Connectivity, and Software Defined Networks
IT, Computing and Communications Technology Opportunity Engine
The rapid evolution of fintech demands innovative solutions that integrate advanced technologies to enhance efficiency, security, and scalability. This edition of IT, Computing and Communications (ITCC) Technology Opportunity Engine (TOE) captures developments related to Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, SaaS, Fintech, IoT Platform, Edge C...
$950.00 -
28 Aug 2025  |  Global  |  Customer Research
Voice of Customer: SD-WAN and SASE, Global, 2025
IT Decision-Makers’ Insights and Preferences
This global survey, conducted annually by Frost & Sullivan’s ICT practice, captures customer insights and preferences regarding network technologies and related services. The 2025 edition spans 19 countries across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia, with 16% of respondents from the United States. To ensure data relevance, participants c...
$4,950.00