This IDC Taxonomy provides a comprehensive overview of the definitions used for measuring telecom services markets across the globe. The top-level methodology used to research these markets is also outlined in the study. The taxonomy outlines the segmentation used throughout the Worldwide Telecom Services Database, which includes service access...
Leading 5G Applications and Services for Enterprise and Industrial IoT, Enhanced Mobile Services, and Ultra-Reliable and Low-Latency Communication (URLLC): Enterprise and Industrial Automation, IIoT, Robotics (Terrestrial, Cloud Robots, and Drones), and Virtual Reality 2018 – 2023 Overview: Fifth...
This study analyzes the network equipment spending (capex) and total capital expenditures (CAPEX) in the region in both fixed-line and mobile networks. Mobile network spending represents roughly 59-66% of the total network equipment spending in the region as leading MNOs in advanced markets continue to add capacity, whereas emerging markets...
This IDC Market Perspective provides an overview of the role of South African brands in the country's mobile phone market. It describes the current stage of competition between local brands and major international mobile device manufacturers. The major South African brands are profiled, including evaluations of their strengths and challenges....
This IDC study presents a forecast for the worldwide LTE router/gateway market."Wireless WAN investment continues to increase, as enterprises invest to connect to the cloud and support new applications. As such, LTE-based connectivity will experience rapid uptake as a more prominent enterprise wireless WAN solution over the next several years...
This IDC Market Perspective provides IDC's view of the current trends around the monetization of G4/LTE in Africa and how service providers should position themselves to maximize their returns on investments in network infrastructure. "Most operators in Africa are yet to fully realize returns on their investments in 4G/LTE infrastructure....
"Older cohorts are driving the penetration growth in the OTT communication and social media market." This report focuses on aspects of Analysys Mason's Connected Consumer Survey that relate to the behaviour, preferences and plans of smartphone users in Europe and the USA. In...
"Zero-rated bundles will be welcomed by subscribers, but operators should move carefully in order to create upsell opportunities." This report analyses the zero-rated and service-based pricing offers that have been launched by mobile operators around the world. It is based on a selection of case studies that offer a...
"Fixed wireless access (FWA) is not a new concept. Indeed, its previous avatars have used cellular technologies, WiMAX, and other available alternatives to offer a modicum of connectivity to the last mile. However, several factors have come together in recent years to push FWA back into the limelight. These include the emergence of new technologies,...
This IDC study analyzes the outlook for the prepaid and postpaid segments of the U.S. mobile services market for 2017-2022. U.S. wireless subscribers will grow to 356.3 million by 2022 at a 0.8% CAGR from 342.0 million in 2017. Postpaid will provide the engine for subscriber growth, driven by a strong economic environment and the introduction...