Telcos stories - Page 33

While not a UFB bidder, TelstraClear, like all telcos, will nevertheless be impacted by the roll out of a new fibre network.

Operating in a dynamic market, telcos are facing exponentially increasing requirements for network bandwidth, growing competition from non-traditional.

The adoption of SIP in New Zealand is slower than the rest of the world, with Australia reportedly two years ahead.

Chief Executive Scott Bartlett sees substantial reduction of broadband and telephone packages following a recent Commerce Commission ruling.

ICT Minister Steven Joyce is off to China tonight to boost the presence of New Zealand companies in the Chinese market.

Apple's iPhone 4 now available without a contract in NZ, leap from Vodafone ties possible with no-contract purchases from Noel Leeming and Bond+Bond.

Working remotely is now simpler and more affordable, with mobile technology transforming business connectivity for SMEs.

SKY partners with Orcon for iSKY, bringing online TV to subscribers before Christmas, leveraging Velocix technology for better access.

Orcon partners with Alcatel-Lucent to launch an online video service via the Velocix platform, aiming to tap into new revenue streams across New Zealand.

Ovum reports 2009 as the telecoms industry's worst year in a decade, but predicts a revival in 2010 with robust mobile sector growth.

NZ's Digital TV switchover set for Nov 2013, freeing up spectrum for 4G services. Already 70% of households are prepared for the transition.

Mark Callander of CallPlus is boldly challenging NZ's big three telecoms, aiming to transform the competitive landscape for better consumer services.

So if the industry is going to improve its image, what should be the key areas of focus? Here are my suggestions:.

Telecom NZ readies for the fibre era, poised to shape a digital future with over 25,000km of fibre, aligning with government's Ultra Fast Broadband plans.

Allot Communications has chosen Connector Systems to represent it in New Zealand, raising questions about its existing partnership with Renaissance.

Rosalie Nelson, a leading voice at IDC NZ, sheds light on the telco industry's transformation amid regulatory changes and economic shifts.

Minister Joyce targets Telecom over crumbling 111 service, demanding action as New Zealand's emergency confidence wanes.

Minister Steven Joyce seeks new submissions on the reconsidered Commerce Commission report advocating regulation of mobile call and text termination fees.

An influential lobby group has broken ranks with Business NZ in a cross-submission supporting the regulation of Mobile Termination Rates.

Greenpeace's Cool IT Leaderboard highlights IT firms' climate efforts. Cisco leads with 62 points, doubling its score through emissions-saving tech.