Next-Generation Networks: Prepare for the Gradual Revolution

Table of Contents

• Table of Contents
• IDC Opinion
• In This Study
• Situation Overview
  • NGN Trends
  • NGN Definition and Scope
  • Figure: Operational Set-Up in "Old" World of Telecoms
  • Figure: Operational Set-Up In "NGN" World of Telecoms
    • Timing
  • Impact
    • Applications, Devices, and Content
    • Cost Saving Potential
    • Figure: Capex Evolution for Average Fixed-Line Division
    • Table: Cost Savings From NGNs
    • Pricing
    • Figure: Changes to Transport Cost Structure as Result of NGN Migration
    • Impact on Business Processes
    • Figure: NGN Migration Has Impact on Business Processes
    • Partnerships
    • Supporting the Migration
    • Quality of Service
    • Regulation
• Future Outlook
• Essential Guidance
• Learn More
  • Related Research
  • Synopsis