Telecom The Impact of OTT Providers on the Telecommunications Sector

A Fight for Communication Service Dominance

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Telecom

RELEASE DATE
31-Dec-2014
REGION
Africa
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Market Research

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9ABE-00-0D-00-00
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TE00239-AF-MR_01349
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The growing OTT market represents both a threat and an opportunity for telecommunications operators globally. The key drivers in the OTT market includes, the growing availability of high-speed connections, the increasing penetration of smart devices, and the consumer drive for the adoption of technology and services. The major OTT providers are trying to position themselves as the primary portal through which people access the Internet. OTT providers are starting to move beyond building subscriber bases to exploring the delivery of more comprehensive service packages.The aim of the study is to provide insight to participants in the telecommunications sector to effectively respond to the development of the OTT market. It is suggested that operators should leverage their current position and access to the customer.

Key Findings

Key Findings (continued)

Research Aim and Objectives

Research Scope

Research Scope—Ecosystem

Market Definitions

Market Definitions (continued)

Abbreviations

OTT Definition

Market Overview

Market Overview (continued)

OTT Service Provider Overview

OTT Services and Technology Overview

OTT Services and Technology Overview (Continued)

Market Drivers

Market Drivers (continued)

Market Restraints

Market Restraints (continued)

OTT Service Provider Business Models

OTT Service Provider Business Models (continued)

OTT Service Provider Business Models (continued)

OTT Service Provider Business Models (continued)

Regulatory Landscape

The Net Neutrality Debate

Key Regulatory Developments in the EU and US

Key Regulatory Developments in the EU and US (continued)

The Regulatory Landscape in the US

The Regulatory Landscape in Developed and Developing Markets

Strategic Options for Operators

Strategic Options for Operators (continued)

Strategic Options for Operators (continued)

Strategic Options for Operators (continued)

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Strategic Options for Operators (continued)

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The growing OTT market represents both a threat and an opportunity for telecommunications operators globally. The key drivers in the OTT market includes, the growing availability of high-speed connections, the increasing penetration of smart devices, and the consumer drive for the adoption of technology and services. The major OTT providers are trying to position themselves as the primary portal through which people access the Internet. OTT providers are starting to move beyond building subscriber bases to exploring the delivery of more comprehensive service packages.The aim of the study is to provide insight to participants in the telecommunications sector to effectively respond to the development of the OTT market. It is suggested that operators should leverage their current position and access to the customer.
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