When companies seek to adapt to the digital tranformation, “leadership” is usually the first item on the to-do list. Hire a new CTO, CIO, CMO, Chief Digital Officer, the amount of possible job titles goes on and on. But while leadership is obviously essential for going from point A to point B, it can often be the quality that displaces other legitimate contenders to help a company land on safe digital shores. We believe that…  MORE

In the past, companies were stuck with one choice for telecommunications services: a single provider that would offer you limited options with little or no flexibility. But today’s businesses require a customized mix of voice and data services that is best designed by an independent telecom consultancy. An independent telecom consultancy will not only help you choose the right package of services for your business, you’ll save money and receive prompt, personalized service. A personal…  MORE

As we get into the swing of 2016, we felt it was important to address the telecom landscape and discuss the changes we foresee. Telcos now play in an ultra-competitive arena – increasing customer demands and new vendors mean they have to shift gears quickly to offer increased efficiency, enhanced products and better serve their customers. Here are some trends to look for: Everyone wants broadband. And more of it Bandwidth has become like sugar:…  MORE

Coming soon, a number of objects in our lives will be connected, automatically sharing information and performing functions to save us time and hassle. Thermostats, fitness trackers, car door locks, toll booths, refrigerators, espresso machines, outdoor lighting – they’ll all be part of the Internet of Things (IoT). But someone needs to be responsible for assuring they all stay connected. It’s the perfect opportunity for carriers to deliver more value than ever before. How? –…  MORE

“Plain old telephone service” might seem like a timeworn phrase spoken by your grandmother from the Midwest. But it’s actually a legitimate term telecom companies use to describe, well, plain old telephone service. They even have nifty acronym for it – POTS. “Old” is the operative word here, as the traditional landline is going away like an object in the rear-view mirror. POTS revenue is declining, maintenance costs are rising, and customer service is almost…  MORE

Telecom companies offer an array of services from mobile to data to video. Now they can be an integral part of the Smart City The Smart City concept is based on this: As cities continue to grow, they must grapple with sustainability issues while also providing the best that modern life can supply. Quality jobs, affordable health care, education for all, plus the infrastructure of roads, electricity and clean water. Telecom companies can play a…  MORE