Context: In Switzerland, about two-thirds of young people start dual vocational education and training (VET) at around 15 years of age. Research shows that they are challenged in many ways during this phase of their lives and are therefore particularly vulnerable. Thus, supporting the transition...

This study aims to assess the perceived quality of telecommunication services in Portugal and examine how governance practices influence organizational performance, addressing the lack of empirical evidence on service quality gaps in the Portuguese telecommunications sector. Specifically, it...

This factsheet provides a snapshot of Public Open Data projects funded under the CEF Telecom Programme (2014-2020) and the sectors or fields in which each project was developed, showcasing some projects and their impact. Additionally, this factsheet aims to portray how Digital Europe Programme...

This research examines the impact of customer engagement on the speed of innovation in the Telecom sector in Jordan, focusing on the mediating roles of employee creativity and innovation capability. The study employs a quantitative approach, utilizing a structured questionnaire to collect data...

The present report provides anonymised and aggregated information about major telecom security incidents which occurred during 2024. Incident reporting is an important enabler of cybersecurity supervision and a support tool for policymaking at the national and EU levels. In the EU, telecom...

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of the tax burden on the mobile telecommunications sector across twenty-nine African countries, encompassing both general taxation and sector-specific levies. To conduct this assessment, we develop a model of a representative mobile network operator,...

AxisTelecom is a Dutch supplier of covers and other accessories for almost all smartphones and tablets, operating since 2006. Axis Telecom was working on expanding its operations within the European Union by developing and improving its digital platform. They were in contact with Indian web and...

AxisTelecom is a Dutch supplier of covers and other accessories for almost all smartphones and tablets, operating since 2006. Axis Telecom was working on expanding its operations within the European Union by developing and improving its digital platform. They were in contact with Indian web and...

Axon Consulting assesses in this study the costs of mobile telecommunication networks in each of the 30 EU/EEA countries1 . The assessment is based on Axon's Bottom-up Long-Run Incremental Cost (BULRIC) model, developed thanks to the collaboration from National Regulatory Authorities and telecom...

This paper examines the effects of the introduction of mobile number portability (MNP) using data from Uruguay. MNP allows customers to switch mobile providers while retaining their phone number, thereby reducing switching costs and potentially enhancing competition. Our analysis reveals that...

Die Studie analysiert die rechtlichen Rahmenbedingungen zur ökologischen Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung europäischer Telekommunikationsunternehmen. Die Berichterstattung ist nicht nur ein Instrument der Transparenz, sondern auch in weiten Teilen eine rechtliche Verpflichtung, die durch...

This factsheet provides a snapshot of Public Open Data projects funded under the CEF Telecom Programme (2014-2020) and the sectors or fields in which each project was developed, showcasing some projects and their impact. Additionally, this factsheet aims to portray how Digital Europe Programme...

Die Erfassung und Berechnung der indirekten Treibhausgasemissionen entlang der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette (Scope 3-Emissionen) stellt Telekommunikationsunternehmen in der Praxis der Berichterstattung vor besondere Herausforderungen. Die Studie untersucht, wie TK-Anbieter ihre...

Ethiopia’s telecommunications sector has undergone a remarkable transformation since 2018, moving from a state-controlled monopoly to a more competitive and dynamic market. This shift has been driven by major policy and regulatory reforms, substantial investments in digital infrastructure,...

The aim of the study is to investigate the influence of training in multiple functions, communication of strategy, and feedback on performance on competitive advantage while assessing the mediating role of corporate image. A cross-sectional survey design was used in this study. Three hundred and...

Electronic communications networks are defined as "means transmission systems, whether or not they are based on a permanent infrastructure or centralised administration capacity, and, where applicable, switching or routing equipment and other resources." The telecommunication industry consists...

The present report provides anonymised and aggregated information about major telecom security incidents that happened in 2022. Security incident reporting is a hallmark of EU cybersecurity legislation. It is an important enabler of cybersecurity supervision and a support tool for policymaking...

Dieser Abschlussbericht fasst die Ergebnisse und die Erkenntnisse aus dem Pilotprojekt zur Kupfer-Glas-Migration Telekom Deutschland zusammen. Er wurde vom Projektteam des WIK erstellt, das das Pilotprojekt im Auftrag des Gigabitforums begleitet hat. Der Abschlussbericht ist das Ergebnis der...

There has been a growing concern about the influence of inclusive leadership on employee engagement in the telecommunications industry. The telecommunications industry is undergoing rapid technological advancements, leading to increased competition and pressure on employees. Creating an...

Telecommunication provides the infrastructure to deliver core services but contributes to extensive CO2 emissions. To address the problem, this paper introduces environmental sustainability index for the telecom sector to reduce carbon emissions. The present work identifies the most critical...

Several mobile telecommunication companies (MTCs), such as AT&T, Verizon, and China Mobile, are investing in content services to drive continued growth as the telecom industry has become saturated. In this study, we investigate the competition between two MTCs, one of which (MTC 1) provides both...

People who have lost their jobs are affected by the Covid-19 epidemic, which lowers demand and prevents them from updating daily used internet services. A company's deteriorating financial health may be a warning indication of impending financial trouble. With company size serving as a...

Die Errichtung von Glasfaserinfrastrukturen erfordert von den ausbauenden Unternehmen hohe Investitionen. In jüngster Zeit ist vermehrt zu beobachten, dass in diesem Geschäftsfeld Akteure auftreten, die sich auf den Aufbau und Betrieb der neuen Netze konzentrieren, ohne selbst Dienste an...

A bias in research has seen studies focus mostly on corporate social investments (CSIs) in the private sector. The current study aims to provide an alternative perspective to the traditional association of CSIs with private sector organisations by including public sector entities such as public...

Bereits seit 2018 sind die großen börsennotierten europäischen Telekommunikationsunternehmen zur Erstellung von Nachhaltigkeitsberichten verpflichtet. Die vorliegende Analyse konzentriert sich auf die ökologischen Teile der Nachhaltigkeitsberichte (Geschäftsjahr 2023) von 16 vertikal...

Swiss Economics hat zusammen mit Arioli Law die Eignerstrategie Swisscom des Bundes evaluiert. Wir sind u.a. zum Schluss gekommen, dass heute weder für die Sicherstellung der Grundversorgung noch für den Ausbau des Hochbreitbandnetzes ein hinreichend starkes öffentliches Interesse an einer...

Huawei is exhibiting stoic resilience in the face of US sanctions, economic downturns, and the slow pace of 5G investments. There is a narrative that the company has been propped up by the Chinese government, but the key to Huawei's resilience is multifaceted. Through pre-emptive stockpiling and...

Manuscript Type: Research Article Research Aims: This research is expected to contribute to scientific insights on machine learning predictions, how to understand the contribution of variables and their interpretation in the overall context of customer churn in telecommunications companies....

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) generate a wide range of social and economic externalities. Therefore, if ICT are not deployed and adopted within short periods of time, countries face significant social and economic opportunity costs. This paper provides empirical evidence in...

The telecom industry in India has come a long way from enjoying natural monopolies to experiencing strong competition for services. Innovation quickly entered the scene, and competitiveness was redefined. The competitive authorities for telecommunications businesses are being forced to...