Voice Over Internet Protocol Providers (VoIP) in the US

VoIP poised to clean up competition

This growth industry is characterized by strong revenue increases which are expected to continue into the future. The proliferation of VoIP has been in offering a cheaper alternative to traditional wireline and wireless services, and is the primary reason for why subscriber and revenue growth has been strong. Companies such as Skype (eBay) even offer free VoIP calls between Skype users. Though regulations are light they are expected to increase during the outlook period under the watchful eye of the Federal Communications Commission.

This industry covers all management units that provide Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services to consumers, businesses and government. Essentially this industry report encompasses all voice services sent as data packets. There is a variety of infrastructure that can facilitate VoIP services with the two most popular being the PSTN and cable infrastructure, with the latter often referred to as cable VoIP. VoIP can also be provided by satellite, powerlines (broadband over power lines) and wireless (Wi-FI and WiMax). The provision of internet access services and cable television services are excluded from this industry report. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.