Many messaging suppliers and SMS aggregators are evolving their market position to take advantage of new strategic growth opportunities, particularly in the high-value area of enterprise messaging solutions With some challenges due to acquisitions as well as compliance requirements, messaging suppliers need to be agile to ensure continued revenue growth. Enterprise Messagining Solutions represent a strategic growth area and specialist organizations are set to do well but ther

In this article, TecFutures explores the convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) and asks whether it will unlock a transformative era for businesses across industries and use cases. As enterprises strive for enhanced operational efficiency, improved decision-making, and innovative customer experiences, the integration of AI into IoT ecosystems emerges as a compelling opportunity. But we need to take a hard look at where we are in terms of

At the MEF Wholesale event in July 2024, TecFutures Co-Founder, Andrew Parkin-White, gave a presentation on the challenges and opportunities associated with the evolving IoT wholesale market. Below are the key messages. Understanding IoT Market Evolution Developing an effective wholesale IoT strategy requires understanding the market's trajectory over the next eight to ten years. The IoT market has transitioned from early development, characterized by pioneering organization

In the ever-evolving landscape of telecommunications, wholesale carriers face a unique set of challenges and opportunities ranging from the adaptation of business models and monetizing 5G networks to addressing commoditization and regulatory complexities. Here, TecFutures delves into five issues that are driving change, and offers strategic insights for wholesale carriers navigating this dynamic environment. Adapting to Changing Business Models The transition from monopolisti

IoT Connectivity Management Platforms: The Key to Not Getting Left Behind TecFutures is seeing more clients looking to leverage an IoT Connectivity Management Platform (CMP) as a route to revenue growth, as well as an alternative strategy to add value, leverage new market channels, and differentiate their market position. What is an IoT Connectivity Management Platform (CMP)? IoT connectivity management platforms (CMPs) are essential systems that facilitate the seamless opera

Analyst firms have consistently forecast that 5G mobile networks will command significant growth in terms of deployments and spend but the reality has failed to match those bold assumptions on growth. So what’s going wrong? The primary motivations for this adoption include operational efficiency gains, support for digital transformation initiatives and the replacement of legacy networks. Nevertheless, significant barriers persist, notably the high costs and complexity associa

IoT applications play a critical role in creating smarter, more sustainable, and liveable cities by leveraging data-driven insights to improve urban infrastructure, enhance public services, and address key challenges faced by modern urban environments. To really drive revenue growth with smart city applications, suppliers need to be very clear about their approach in the form of essential actions to successfully compete in this market, the added value they offer to cities, an

See the full Research Perspective here: www.tecfutures.com/insight . Network APIs offer MNOs the opportunity to finally realize significant returns on their substantial investments in 5G infrastructure. By leveraging 5G APIs, MNOs can enable seamless integration between applications and networks, unlocking a wide range of use cases across industries. However, achieving this will require a departure from traditional business practices. MNOs must be willing to embrace openn

IoT MVNOs have major growth opportunities ahead, but there are also significant risks and challenges to overcome along the way. See the full Research Perspective at www.tecfutures.com/insight . These are all intricately linked to the challenges of scaling up, and tied as much to technology as to effective market messaging. Variable Network Coverage, Interoperability and Quality Ensuring reliable network coverage and quality is crucial for IoT MVNOs. They may face challenges