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Effectively managing passive infrastructure to tap into emerging markets
Reading Time: 7 minutes The global telecommunications landscape is experiencing an intriguing shift. While mature markets grapple with optimising existing networks, a new wave of growth is surging in emerging economies. However, unlike established regions with well-developed networks, emerging markets face a distinct set of challenges. Building the necessary passive infrastructure in telecom – the towers, masts, shelters, and […]
How to level up telecom sustainability
Reading Time: 7 minutes With the backdrop of December’s COP28 meeting in Dubai, sustainability is a hot topic. In every sector, companies are scrambling to find solutions to new regulations, guidelines and limits that will soon be placed on businesses around the world. Telecom is no different; it also comes at a time when the telecom industry’s emissions are […]
An IT project management case study from the telecom industry
Reading Time: 7 minutes Telecoms is one of the most rapidly evolving global industries. Standing at the intersection of technological advances and their social consequences, telecom companies are faced not only with the task of meeting current customer demand but also with the challenge of preparing proactively for changes to come. This makes optimising internal processes crucial, and thus, […]
Understanding an effective post-merger integration timeline
Reading Time: 6 minutes Mergers and acquisitions are crucial strategic moves for businesses of all kinds. A successful M&A initiative can mean enhanced financial performance, higher market share, more influence over consumers and neutralised competition. However, these benefits don’t manifest overnight; this is why a robust plan for post-merger integration (PMI) is crucial. In essence, every M&A deal has […]
How can telecom tackle the ageing workforce?
Reading Time: 5 minutes At this year’s TM Forum’s Digital Transformation World event in Copenhagen, Keri Gilder, CEO of Colt Technology Services, made a sobering observation. Casting her eyes around the auditorium at the Bella Centre, she said, “Just look around – we’re facing a retirement cliff in our industry…the great resignation is upon us.” Undoubtedly, the ageing workforce […]
Insights into how an effective interim manager operates
Reading Time: 5 minutes A management shakeup can be a seismic event for any organisation. It can signal a major shift in company culture, objectives, and operations, never mind the trigger for a lengthy recruitment process. Meanwhile, the proverbial ship can’t be without its captain, so securing a competent, agile interim manager is essential. Finding these individuals can be […]
