Communications

Are telecoms companies spending wisely?

Our analysis of the financial performance of 78 global telecoms companies found that they don’t always get a good return on their capital investment.
[30-04-2012]

Telecoms regulation

An overview of our work for telecoms clients across the globe in telecoms regulation and strategy.
[15-03-2012]

Managing your megabytes – how fear of data charges is driving mobile users to WiFi

Our research has found that mobile broadband operators risk losing revenue, or are failing to optimise network investments, because their data charges are unclear and because alternatives such as WiFi are becoming easier to access and are often free.
[28-02-2012]

15th Annual Global CEO Survey - Communications industry summary

Deciding which processes and capabilities need to be global, regional or local isn’t just about taking advantage of growth opportunities; companies also need the flexibility to survive disruptions. The Communications sector summary of this year’s CEO Survey includes eight questions to help you formulate your strategy.
[14-02-2012]

Communications Review, Volume 16, no 3: Growing telecom revenues - what’s next?

This issue looks at ways telecoms companies can develop their business and build revenue including: m-commerce, m-health and rural telecoms. It also looks as the re-emergence of the net-neutrality debate and where operators should focus their existing assets to get the most from the digital consumer.
[30-01-2012]

Banking survey: Driving customer value through digital

Banks are facing the 'perfect storm' as increasing regulations and cost pressures are compounded by the global economic crisis. Emerging banking technology is giving new competitors entry into the traditional banking revenue pools and driving a change in customer expectations and behaviour....
[17-01-2012]

Telecommunications regulation - PwC capability statement

This publication discusses the issues affecting the telecommunications industry, offers some guidance on how to address them and provides a statement of PwC's capabilities in the area of telecoms regulation.
[05-12-2011]

Media Convergent Organisations – creating value inside and out

The arrival of digital convergence means telecoms operators must develop organisational structures which can deliver the multiple services required by customers, such as content and commerce services to smartphones, TVs and online portals.
[14-10-2011]

Communications Review, Volume 16, no 2: Exploring telecom markets in Latin America

Many would agree that most growth opportunities in telecoms today can be found in emerging markets. Latin America stands out as a region of diverse countries offering exciting opportunities, where the pace of change and development continues to flourish.
[29-08-2011]

What’s on the mind of Communications CEOs?

Our 14th Annual Global CEO Survey has found Communications CEOs are still more confident than other industries that their business revenues will increase during the next 12 months.
[11-04-2011]

Accounting for revenue in the telecom industry - challenges and solutions

Accounting for revenue in the telecom industry - challenges and solutions
[01-04-2011]

Communications Review: Are your priorities fit for the future?

This issue of Communications Review looks at some of the priorities on which we think operators need to focus in order to survive and thrive in the future.
[28-02-2011]

Communications Review: developing your business - Feb 2011

This issue of Communications Review looks at four ways telecoms companies can explore developing their business to create sustainable value.
[31-01-2011]

Convergence Monitor: Personal Mobility

This is the third in a series of global surveys aimed at understanding preferences and interest to buy and use various converged services.
[26-11-2010]

2008 Global Wireless Industry Survey

2008 Global Wireless Industry Survey
[26-11-2010]

Communications Review - New Frontiers

This issue looks at the strategic challenges and imperatives facing the communications industry going forward. This is followed by a series of five interviews with representatives of a sector or social agenda who are driving and enabling the industry to cross new frontiers in society at large.
[26-11-2010]

Who is looking after your customer?

Who is looking after your customer
[26-11-2010]

Communications Review: Breaking the mold

This issue looks at the strategic challenges and imperatives facing the communications industry going forward. This is followed by a series of five interviews with representatives of a sector or social agenda who are driving and enabling the industry to cross new frontiers in society at large.
[16-09-2010]