Show me the money: Strategies for success in IPTV* As everyone races to be the consummate provider of entertainment and communications to the customer in the home, IPTV is regarded by some as the silver bullet to achieving this goal. However, those choosing to launch IPTV services are entering an already crowded and competitive market characterised by established players and ongoing innovations.
Communications review: Agile and preparedWith the theme of Agile and Prepared, this issue includes articles on the effect of convergence on M&A whereas executing sound deals and learning the lessons of the dot-com frenzy will be key to success; M&A human resources issues and risks including focused due diligence to reveal 'hidden' HR costs and potential pitfalls; and mobile advertising, or lifestyle advertising, focusing on relevance, engagement and trust.
Communications review: SustainabilityWith the theme of sustainability, this issue includes articles on investing in the future via corporate social responsibility; the challenges involved with delivering mobile entertainment; long term strategic convergence planning; and attracting top talent.
Convergence monitor: The digital homeFor this survey about the digital home, our first of a series of global Convergence monitor surveys, PricewaterhouseCoopers surveyed 8,000 of our employees in 17 countries. The report discusses some key findings, including what consumers are willing to pay for, how they access content, the importance of security and customer service.
Applying IFRS in telecoms PricewaterhouseCoopers has published an updated interactive publication, which addresses specific areas were telecoms operators may encounter difficulty in the application of IFRS. The publication is supported by over 1,000 general industry solutions and now covers best practice examples of how to treat subscribers’ acquisition costs, prepaid calling cards, connection fees, revenue share arrangements and other emerging issues.
How an open business model is now the convergence imperativePricewaterhouseCoopers believes that a new and open business model is the way to manage convergence and realize its potential. We believe that virtual walls and barriers must be eliminated both inside and outside a corporation. A different way of doing business is needed, one that both enhances and extracts value from the fusion of value drivers occurring both across and beyond the enterprise.
Applying IFRS in telecomsPricewaterhouseCoopers has published an updated interactive publication, which addresses specific areas were telecoms operators may encounter difficulty in the application of IFRS. The publication is supported by over 1,000 general industry solutions and now covers best practice examples of how to treat subscribers’ acquisition costs, prepaid calling cards, connection fees, revenue share arrangements and other emerging issues.
IP transformation: Beyond the triple play
This report analyses the consumer market challenges carriers face as they migrate to an Internet Protocol- based delivery network and highlights the key role of video services within triple and quad bundles and within the larger context of integrated telecommunications and information services.
