This document analyzes linkages in the ICT cluster ecosystem in Cork, Ireland using a methodology called V-LINC. It finds that while Cork ICT firms compete internationally, there are supportive local industry associations, government agencies, and research institutions. However, it also finds that local peer-to-peer linkages and training opportunities are limited. The document recommends developing a cluster organization, adapting degree programs to focus more on ICT skills, and increasing supports for industry-academia R&D partnerships to strengthen collaboration in the Cork ICT cluster.
TCI 2014 Visualisation of Linkages in Networked Clusters: Analysis of the Bio...TCI Network
This document analyzes linkages in the biopharma cluster in Cork, Ireland using a methodology called V-LINC. It finds that while there are local linkages present, the majority of important linkages for biopharma firms in Cork are national or international. It concludes that while Cork has a connected biopharma industry locally, the evidence points more towards a national biopharma cluster in Ireland rather than a distinct cluster centered around Cork.
The document outlines the Digital Agenda for Europe, which aims to deliver digital growth and jobs. It discusses several pillars of the agenda, including developing a digital single market, improving interoperability and standards, enhancing trust and security, providing fast internet access, increasing research and innovation, and improving digital skills. The agenda is expected to increase EU GDP by 5% and create 1.2 million jobs in infrastructure and up to 3.8 million jobs total by 2020. Member states are implementing national digital agendas aligned with the overarching EU strategy.
The Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) is a composite index that summarises relevant
indicators on Europe’s digital performance and tracks the progress of EU Member States in
digital competitiveness.
Updated version with figures, tables, information and statistics about the Thai Mobile Market 2Q 2013.
The report includes:
Thailand’s Mobile Subscriber Growth: 2008 - Q2 2013
Thailand’s Mobile Penetration: 2008 - Q2 2013
Mobile Service Usage: Q4 2011 – Q1 2013
Mobile Operator Market Shares: Q2 2013
AIS Highlights from Q2 2013
DTAC Highlights from Q2 2013
Blended ARPU
Mobile Internet usage in Thailand
Thailand’s Mobile user’s consumption and more…
Telecom operators are central to the French digital ecosystem, accounting for around 60% of revenues, 75% of employment, and around 90% of investments and taxes. As digital demand grows in France, there is a need for highly performing networks that can ensure network security, high connection speeds, reliable service, and sufficient network capacity to support innovative new digital services. However, declining revenues in the telecom sector in Europe are starting to reduce investments, posing a challenge for developing networks to meet future needs. Proposals are needed to strengthen telecom operators and develop a strong digital offering in France and Europe.
Presentation delivered at Conference on Speeding-up the NGN Ubiquity:A Pilar for Digital GrowthAthens, Greece13-14 February 2014. Conference held within the framework of the Greek Presidency in EU.
Europe: Regional Launch of Measuring Information Society Report 2015: Press C...Jaroslaw Ponder
The Global launch of the 2015 edition of the Measuring the Information Society Report (MIS) was held on 30 November 2015, on the first day of the World Telecommunication/ICT Indicators Symposium (WTIS) 2015 in Hiroshima, Japan. Parallel launch events will take place in Addis Ababa, Bangkok, Brasilia, Cairo and Geneva.
A press conference to launch of the MIS Report with a regional focus on Europe took place at 11 am on 30 November 2015 in Press Room 1 at the United Nations Office in Geneva, Switzerland. For more information on the MIS report please see
http://www.itu.int/en/ITU-D/Statistics/Pages/publications/mis2015.aspx
Verizon is the largest telecommunications company in the US. It has a market capitalization of $215 billion and its stock is currently trading at $50.50, above the target price of $44.18. Verizon has struggled with declining revenue from its wireless segment due to market saturation. It is focusing on expanding its media business through acquisitions like AOL and Yahoo and investing in 5G infrastructure. Based on DDM and relative valuation models, the stock appears overvalued currently. The recommendation is to hold the 600 shares.
TCI 2014 Visualisation of Linkages in Networked Clusters: Analysis of the Bio...TCI Network
This document analyzes linkages in the biopharma cluster in Cork, Ireland using a methodology called V-LINC. It finds that while there are local linkages present, the majority of important linkages for biopharma firms in Cork are national or international. It concludes that while Cork has a connected biopharma industry locally, the evidence points more towards a national biopharma cluster in Ireland rather than a distinct cluster centered around Cork.
The document outlines the Digital Agenda for Europe, which aims to deliver digital growth and jobs. It discusses several pillars of the agenda, including developing a digital single market, improving interoperability and standards, enhancing trust and security, providing fast internet access, increasing research and innovation, and improving digital skills. The agenda is expected to increase EU GDP by 5% and create 1.2 million jobs in infrastructure and up to 3.8 million jobs total by 2020. Member states are implementing national digital agendas aligned with the overarching EU strategy.
The Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) is a composite index that summarises relevant
indicators on Europe’s digital performance and tracks the progress of EU Member States in
digital competitiveness.
Updated version with figures, tables, information and statistics about the Thai Mobile Market 2Q 2013.
The report includes:
Thailand’s Mobile Subscriber Growth: 2008 - Q2 2013
Thailand’s Mobile Penetration: 2008 - Q2 2013
Mobile Service Usage: Q4 2011 – Q1 2013
Mobile Operator Market Shares: Q2 2013
AIS Highlights from Q2 2013
DTAC Highlights from Q2 2013
Blended ARPU
Mobile Internet usage in Thailand
Thailand’s Mobile user’s consumption and more…
Telecom operators are central to the French digital ecosystem, accounting for around 60% of revenues, 75% of employment, and around 90% of investments and taxes. As digital demand grows in France, there is a need for highly performing networks that can ensure network security, high connection speeds, reliable service, and sufficient network capacity to support innovative new digital services. However, declining revenues in the telecom sector in Europe are starting to reduce investments, posing a challenge for developing networks to meet future needs. Proposals are needed to strengthen telecom operators and develop a strong digital offering in France and Europe.
Presentation delivered at Conference on Speeding-up the NGN Ubiquity:A Pilar for Digital GrowthAthens, Greece13-14 February 2014. Conference held within the framework of the Greek Presidency in EU.
Europe: Regional Launch of Measuring Information Society Report 2015: Press C...Jaroslaw Ponder
The Global launch of the 2015 edition of the Measuring the Information Society Report (MIS) was held on 30 November 2015, on the first day of the World Telecommunication/ICT Indicators Symposium (WTIS) 2015 in Hiroshima, Japan. Parallel launch events will take place in Addis Ababa, Bangkok, Brasilia, Cairo and Geneva.
A press conference to launch of the MIS Report with a regional focus on Europe took place at 11 am on 30 November 2015 in Press Room 1 at the United Nations Office in Geneva, Switzerland. For more information on the MIS report please see
http://www.itu.int/en/ITU-D/Statistics/Pages/publications/mis2015.aspx
Verizon is the largest telecommunications company in the US. It has a market capitalization of $215 billion and its stock is currently trading at $50.50, above the target price of $44.18. Verizon has struggled with declining revenue from its wireless segment due to market saturation. It is focusing on expanding its media business through acquisitions like AOL and Yahoo and investing in 5G infrastructure. Based on DDM and relative valuation models, the stock appears overvalued currently. The recommendation is to hold the 600 shares.
This document summarizes telecommunications and broadcasting regulation in Mexico. It provides an overview of the key markets including fixed telephony, mobile telephony, broadband, over-the-air TV, and pay-TV. It then outlines reforms to digital TV, TV network licensing, must carry/must offer rules, establishing an open broadband network, and implementing asymmetric regulation. The goal of the reforms is to address issues like market concentration, accelerate penetration rates, and promote further investment and competition across these important sectors.
This report is a reminder that telecom operators are the pillars of the digital economy. It also stresses that France and Europe are at risk of a "digital slip" despite recent initiatives. It calls for public authorities to restore a balance in digital-related policies, by benchmarking against best practices from around the world.
Infrastructure sharing in bangladesh bottlenecks and way forwardAbu Saeed Khan
This document summarizes infrastructure sharing challenges in Bangladesh's telecommunications sector and proposes solutions. It finds that while Bangladesh has improved its ICT ranking, infrastructure costs remain high due to a lack of network diversity. The country has an opportunity to adopt open access policies to encourage investment and competition between multiple network operators. Revising infrastructure sharing guidelines from 2008 to promote active infrastructure sharing between all operators could help lower costs and improve reliability of fixed and mobile broadband networks, benefiting the development of Bangladesh's digital economy.
Ponencia para el taller "El papel del Estado en la promoción de la banda ancha" en Lima (Perú) el 18 de mayo de 2011.
Presentation for the workshop "The role of the state in the promotion of the broadband" in Lima (Peru) May 18th 2011.
As revenue increases, enterprises will shift from cost cutting to growth, with information and communications technology playing an important role by increasing efficiency and productive capacity. Watch webinar at: http://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/7206
The document discusses tools and methods used by Research ICT Africa to measure ICT sector performance in African countries from 2003-2009. It summarizes various studies conducted including ICT sector performance reviews, household and SME surveys. Key metrics for assessing sector performance on the supply and demand side are outlined such as ARPU, investment levels, GDP contribution. Nationally representative user surveys are also discussed that provide insights into topics like willingness to pay, internet adoption and mobile money use. Case studies on countries like Namibia, Kenya and South Africa are highlighted relating to cost-based mobile termination rates and the impact on prices and sector performance.
Retrouvez en version anglaise l’étude 2018 d’Arthur D. Little sur l’économie des Télécoms : messages clés et analyses sur l’écosystème numérique mondial et français.
L’étude du cabinet de conseil Arthur D. Little édition 2018 met à jour les indicateurs économiques sur le marché des Télécoms. Vous trouverez les messages clés, les analyses sur l’écosystème numérique mondial et celui de la France.
OECD Digital Economy Outlook 2020: Key findingsinnovationoecd
The document discusses the OECD Digital Economy Outlook 2020 report which examines the state of the digital economy and the impact of COVID-19. Some key findings include: connectivity has improved but gaps remain, internet and technology use varies between individuals and businesses, and COVID-19 has accelerated digital adoption and highlighted the importance of technology. The report argues that digital strategies need to be broadened to better support economic recovery as the digital economy becomes more integral.
Figures, tables, information and statistics about Thailand's Mobile Market Q4 2014.
Version 1.4 (March 2015)
The report includes:
Blended MOU
Blended ARPU
AIS Highlights Q4 2014
DTAC Highlights Q4 2014
Mobile Revenue per/minute
True Move Highlights Q4 2014
3G subscribers Q4 2014 Thailand
4G subscribers Q4 2014 Thailand
Mobile Internet usage in Thailand
MVNO license holders in Thailand
Prepaid vs. postpaid user spending
Thailand’s Mobile Subscriber Growth
Smartphone sales in Thailand Q4 2014
Mobile Operating System Market Share
Types of Internet connections in Thailand
Mobile Operator Market Shares: Q4 2014
Smartphone Pricing, Market share and Replacement Cycle
Voice, SMS and data pricing compared to other ASEAN countries
✔ ส่วนแบ่งการตลาดของบริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ (ร้อยละ) : MOBILE MARKET SHARE %
✔ จำนวนผู้ใช้บริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ (MOBILE SUBSCRIBERS)
✔ สัดส่วนรายรับของผู้ให้บริการในตลาดบริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ ( MOBILE REVENUE % )
✔ อัตราการขยายตัวของผู้ใช้บริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ (ร้อยละ) : MOBILE GROWTH RATE %
✔ อัตราการเข้าถึง (การใช้) บริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ : MOBILE PENETRATION
✔ รายรับเฉลี่ยจากบริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่โดยรวมการเชื่อมต่อ (บาท/เลขหมาย/เดือน) : MOBILE ARPU EXCLUDED IC
✔ MOBILE MOU (MINUTE/MONTH)
✔ รายรับเฉลี่ยจากการให้บริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ต่อนาที : MOBILE REVENUE PER MINUTE (RPM)
✔ สัดส่วนบริการเสียงและไม่ใช่เสียง (Mobile Non-voice/Voice Ratio)
✔ จำนวนผู้ใช้บริการโทรศัพท์ประจำที่ (Fixed Line Subscribers)
✔ สัดส่วนการเข้าถึง (การใช้) บริการโทรศัพท์ประจำที่ต่อจำนวนประชากร (ร้อยละ) : Fixed Line Penetration per Population %
✔ สัดส่วนการเข้าถึง (การใช้) บริการโทรศัพท์ประจำที่ต่อจำนวนครัวเรือน(ร้อยละ) : Fixed Line Penetration per Household %
✔ เปรียบเทียบสัดส่วนจำนวนผู้ใช้บริการระหว่างโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่และโทรศัพท์ประจำที่ (Compare Mobile & Fixed Line Subscribers)
✔ จำนวนผู้ใช้งานอินเทอร์เน็ต (Internet Users)
✔ จำนวนผู้ลงทะเบียนใช้บริการอินเทอร์เน็ตความเร็วสูง (Broadband Subscribers)
✔ อัตราการเข้าถึงของบริการอินเทอร์เน็ตความเร็วสูงต่อจำนวนประชากร (Broadband Penetration per Population %)
✔ อัตราการเข้าถึงของบริการอินเทอร์เน็ตความเร็วสูงต่อจำนวนครัวเรือน (Broadband Penetration per Household %)
The World in 2013 : ICTFacts and FiguresThierry Pires
Les données de l’IUT (International Telecoms Union), l’Union Internationale des télécommunications montre la croissance de l'utilisation du mobile dans le monde.
Retrouvez mon billet dédié sur http://marketing-webmobile.fr
Teleworkability and the COVID-19 crisis: A new digital divide? - Matteo SOSTEROOECD CFE
Presentation by Matteo SOSTERO, Researcher, Joint Research Centre, European Commission at the 9th Spatial Productivity Lab meeting of the OECE Trento Centre, co-organised with the Regional Studies Association, held in virtual format on 3 Sept 2020.
More OECD info: https://oe.cd/SPL
More RSA info: https://www.regionalstudies.org/events-and-webinars/
Le report Ofcom’s seventh International Communications Market a été publié le 13 Décembre 2012.
Retrouvez mon billet dédié sur http://marketing-webmobile.fr
1) ASEAN faces two main challenges in developing the digital economy: bridging the digital divide within and between countries, and shifting from an internet economy to a fully digital economy and society.
2) National digital plans alone cannot succeed without interconnectivity between countries to achieve economies of scale, and interoperability of platforms and applications to achieve economies of scope.
3) A successful transition to a digital economy requires building blocks like interconnectivity, interoperability, and developing digital health and education systems that overcome issues of lack of network connection and incompatible systems.
Figures, tables, information and statistics about the Thai Mobile Market 2014.
The report includes:
Thailand’s Mobile Subscriber Growth
Operator's ARPU
Mobile Revenue per/minute
Mobile Service Usage
Mobile Operator Market Shares: 2014
AIS Highlights from 2013-2014
DTAC Highlights from 2013-2014
True Highlights from 2013-2014
Blended ARPU
Mobile Internet usage in Thailand
Thailand’s Mobile user’s consumption and more…
This document provides an overview of ICT development in Laos, including key statistics on telecommunications infrastructure, internet and mobile phone adoption rates. It notes that while ICT access has grown significantly in recent years, with mobile coverage reaching 80% of the country, women remain underrepresented in the ICT sector, comprising only about 1.25% of those working in the field. Barriers to women's participation and a lack of encouragement from the government and organizations are cited as issues. The Laos Women's Union has outlined plans to address gender imbalances through legal reforms and other initiatives from 2011-2015.
TRPC director Dr. John Ure's presented on "Preparing for tomorrow: Regulation in a data-drive connected world" at Session 2: "The changing rules of the game" at the Inaugural ICT Regulators' Leadership Retreat, that took place in Singapore from 18 to 20 March 2015, organized by the Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) and the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA).
State of Broadband: Broadband catalyzing sustainable development 2018Mediatelecom
Since its inception in 2010, the UN Broadband Commission has united global leaders from industry, policy circles and academia
in a mission to connect the world. Today, almost half of the world’s population uses the Internet for many purposes, including education, entertainment, civic engagement and e-commerce, while nearly a third use social media. According to recent statistics, the milestone of half the world’s population online will soon be reached, representing a momentous achievement.
The Future of the Internet Economy Egypt 2014Mahmoud A. Rabo
A statistical profile on the future of the Internet Economy in Egypt. The report provides recent statistical and analytical data on the Internet usage in Egypt, as well as trends. It includes data on: Internet users, Internet bandwidth and cost, household and enterprise usage of the Internet, Internet subscription mode, Internet usage by different demographics, Internet usage in education, health and women. The report is produced in line with the OECD’s "statistical Profile for the Internet Economy" in an attempt to standardize the ICT indicators according to international organizations.
TCI 2014 Trust in society and cluster program design in RussiaTCI Network
This document discusses trust and cluster program design in Russia. It summarizes Russia's young cluster policy program, which selected 25 pilot innovative clusters out of 94 applicants. It then compares Russia's program to EU cluster programs, noting similarities like the concept of clusters and types of initiators, but also differences like the specializations of Russian clusters and their smaller sizes and participation levels. It emphasizes the importance of trust for cluster sustainability and outlines ways to measure trust within clusters, including governance structures that balance public and private interests. Overall, the document argues that Russia's imported cluster policy could benefit from additional focus on developing trust within local communities.
This document summarizes telecommunications and broadcasting regulation in Mexico. It provides an overview of the key markets including fixed telephony, mobile telephony, broadband, over-the-air TV, and pay-TV. It then outlines reforms to digital TV, TV network licensing, must carry/must offer rules, establishing an open broadband network, and implementing asymmetric regulation. The goal of the reforms is to address issues like market concentration, accelerate penetration rates, and promote further investment and competition across these important sectors.
This report is a reminder that telecom operators are the pillars of the digital economy. It also stresses that France and Europe are at risk of a "digital slip" despite recent initiatives. It calls for public authorities to restore a balance in digital-related policies, by benchmarking against best practices from around the world.
Infrastructure sharing in bangladesh bottlenecks and way forwardAbu Saeed Khan
This document summarizes infrastructure sharing challenges in Bangladesh's telecommunications sector and proposes solutions. It finds that while Bangladesh has improved its ICT ranking, infrastructure costs remain high due to a lack of network diversity. The country has an opportunity to adopt open access policies to encourage investment and competition between multiple network operators. Revising infrastructure sharing guidelines from 2008 to promote active infrastructure sharing between all operators could help lower costs and improve reliability of fixed and mobile broadband networks, benefiting the development of Bangladesh's digital economy.
Ponencia para el taller "El papel del Estado en la promoción de la banda ancha" en Lima (Perú) el 18 de mayo de 2011.
Presentation for the workshop "The role of the state in the promotion of the broadband" in Lima (Peru) May 18th 2011.
As revenue increases, enterprises will shift from cost cutting to growth, with information and communications technology playing an important role by increasing efficiency and productive capacity. Watch webinar at: http://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/7206
The document discusses tools and methods used by Research ICT Africa to measure ICT sector performance in African countries from 2003-2009. It summarizes various studies conducted including ICT sector performance reviews, household and SME surveys. Key metrics for assessing sector performance on the supply and demand side are outlined such as ARPU, investment levels, GDP contribution. Nationally representative user surveys are also discussed that provide insights into topics like willingness to pay, internet adoption and mobile money use. Case studies on countries like Namibia, Kenya and South Africa are highlighted relating to cost-based mobile termination rates and the impact on prices and sector performance.
Retrouvez en version anglaise l’étude 2018 d’Arthur D. Little sur l’économie des Télécoms : messages clés et analyses sur l’écosystème numérique mondial et français.
L’étude du cabinet de conseil Arthur D. Little édition 2018 met à jour les indicateurs économiques sur le marché des Télécoms. Vous trouverez les messages clés, les analyses sur l’écosystème numérique mondial et celui de la France.
OECD Digital Economy Outlook 2020: Key findingsinnovationoecd
The document discusses the OECD Digital Economy Outlook 2020 report which examines the state of the digital economy and the impact of COVID-19. Some key findings include: connectivity has improved but gaps remain, internet and technology use varies between individuals and businesses, and COVID-19 has accelerated digital adoption and highlighted the importance of technology. The report argues that digital strategies need to be broadened to better support economic recovery as the digital economy becomes more integral.
Figures, tables, information and statistics about Thailand's Mobile Market Q4 2014.
Version 1.4 (March 2015)
The report includes:
Blended MOU
Blended ARPU
AIS Highlights Q4 2014
DTAC Highlights Q4 2014
Mobile Revenue per/minute
True Move Highlights Q4 2014
3G subscribers Q4 2014 Thailand
4G subscribers Q4 2014 Thailand
Mobile Internet usage in Thailand
MVNO license holders in Thailand
Prepaid vs. postpaid user spending
Thailand’s Mobile Subscriber Growth
Smartphone sales in Thailand Q4 2014
Mobile Operating System Market Share
Types of Internet connections in Thailand
Mobile Operator Market Shares: Q4 2014
Smartphone Pricing, Market share and Replacement Cycle
Voice, SMS and data pricing compared to other ASEAN countries
✔ ส่วนแบ่งการตลาดของบริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ (ร้อยละ) : MOBILE MARKET SHARE %
✔ จำนวนผู้ใช้บริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ (MOBILE SUBSCRIBERS)
✔ สัดส่วนรายรับของผู้ให้บริการในตลาดบริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ ( MOBILE REVENUE % )
✔ อัตราการขยายตัวของผู้ใช้บริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ (ร้อยละ) : MOBILE GROWTH RATE %
✔ อัตราการเข้าถึง (การใช้) บริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ : MOBILE PENETRATION
✔ รายรับเฉลี่ยจากบริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่โดยรวมการเชื่อมต่อ (บาท/เลขหมาย/เดือน) : MOBILE ARPU EXCLUDED IC
✔ MOBILE MOU (MINUTE/MONTH)
✔ รายรับเฉลี่ยจากการให้บริการโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่ต่อนาที : MOBILE REVENUE PER MINUTE (RPM)
✔ สัดส่วนบริการเสียงและไม่ใช่เสียง (Mobile Non-voice/Voice Ratio)
✔ จำนวนผู้ใช้บริการโทรศัพท์ประจำที่ (Fixed Line Subscribers)
✔ สัดส่วนการเข้าถึง (การใช้) บริการโทรศัพท์ประจำที่ต่อจำนวนประชากร (ร้อยละ) : Fixed Line Penetration per Population %
✔ สัดส่วนการเข้าถึง (การใช้) บริการโทรศัพท์ประจำที่ต่อจำนวนครัวเรือน(ร้อยละ) : Fixed Line Penetration per Household %
✔ เปรียบเทียบสัดส่วนจำนวนผู้ใช้บริการระหว่างโทรศัพท์เคลื่อนที่และโทรศัพท์ประจำที่ (Compare Mobile & Fixed Line Subscribers)
✔ จำนวนผู้ใช้งานอินเทอร์เน็ต (Internet Users)
✔ จำนวนผู้ลงทะเบียนใช้บริการอินเทอร์เน็ตความเร็วสูง (Broadband Subscribers)
✔ อัตราการเข้าถึงของบริการอินเทอร์เน็ตความเร็วสูงต่อจำนวนประชากร (Broadband Penetration per Population %)
✔ อัตราการเข้าถึงของบริการอินเทอร์เน็ตความเร็วสูงต่อจำนวนครัวเรือน (Broadband Penetration per Household %)
The World in 2013 : ICTFacts and FiguresThierry Pires
Les données de l’IUT (International Telecoms Union), l’Union Internationale des télécommunications montre la croissance de l'utilisation du mobile dans le monde.
Retrouvez mon billet dédié sur http://marketing-webmobile.fr
Teleworkability and the COVID-19 crisis: A new digital divide? - Matteo SOSTEROOECD CFE
Presentation by Matteo SOSTERO, Researcher, Joint Research Centre, European Commission at the 9th Spatial Productivity Lab meeting of the OECE Trento Centre, co-organised with the Regional Studies Association, held in virtual format on 3 Sept 2020.
More OECD info: https://oe.cd/SPL
More RSA info: https://www.regionalstudies.org/events-and-webinars/
Le report Ofcom’s seventh International Communications Market a été publié le 13 Décembre 2012.
Retrouvez mon billet dédié sur http://marketing-webmobile.fr
1) ASEAN faces two main challenges in developing the digital economy: bridging the digital divide within and between countries, and shifting from an internet economy to a fully digital economy and society.
2) National digital plans alone cannot succeed without interconnectivity between countries to achieve economies of scale, and interoperability of platforms and applications to achieve economies of scope.
3) A successful transition to a digital economy requires building blocks like interconnectivity, interoperability, and developing digital health and education systems that overcome issues of lack of network connection and incompatible systems.
Figures, tables, information and statistics about the Thai Mobile Market 2014.
The report includes:
Thailand’s Mobile Subscriber Growth
Operator's ARPU
Mobile Revenue per/minute
Mobile Service Usage
Mobile Operator Market Shares: 2014
AIS Highlights from 2013-2014
DTAC Highlights from 2013-2014
True Highlights from 2013-2014
Blended ARPU
Mobile Internet usage in Thailand
Thailand’s Mobile user’s consumption and more…
This document provides an overview of ICT development in Laos, including key statistics on telecommunications infrastructure, internet and mobile phone adoption rates. It notes that while ICT access has grown significantly in recent years, with mobile coverage reaching 80% of the country, women remain underrepresented in the ICT sector, comprising only about 1.25% of those working in the field. Barriers to women's participation and a lack of encouragement from the government and organizations are cited as issues. The Laos Women's Union has outlined plans to address gender imbalances through legal reforms and other initiatives from 2011-2015.
TRPC director Dr. John Ure's presented on "Preparing for tomorrow: Regulation in a data-drive connected world" at Session 2: "The changing rules of the game" at the Inaugural ICT Regulators' Leadership Retreat, that took place in Singapore from 18 to 20 March 2015, organized by the Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) and the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA).
State of Broadband: Broadband catalyzing sustainable development 2018Mediatelecom
Since its inception in 2010, the UN Broadband Commission has united global leaders from industry, policy circles and academia
in a mission to connect the world. Today, almost half of the world’s population uses the Internet for many purposes, including education, entertainment, civic engagement and e-commerce, while nearly a third use social media. According to recent statistics, the milestone of half the world’s population online will soon be reached, representing a momentous achievement.
The Future of the Internet Economy Egypt 2014Mahmoud A. Rabo
A statistical profile on the future of the Internet Economy in Egypt. The report provides recent statistical and analytical data on the Internet usage in Egypt, as well as trends. It includes data on: Internet users, Internet bandwidth and cost, household and enterprise usage of the Internet, Internet subscription mode, Internet usage by different demographics, Internet usage in education, health and women. The report is produced in line with the OECD’s "statistical Profile for the Internet Economy" in an attempt to standardize the ICT indicators according to international organizations.
TCI 2014 Trust in society and cluster program design in RussiaTCI Network
This document discusses trust and cluster program design in Russia. It summarizes Russia's young cluster policy program, which selected 25 pilot innovative clusters out of 94 applicants. It then compares Russia's program to EU cluster programs, noting similarities like the concept of clusters and types of initiators, but also differences like the specializations of Russian clusters and their smaller sizes and participation levels. It emphasizes the importance of trust for cluster sustainability and outlines ways to measure trust within clusters, including governance structures that balance public and private interests. Overall, the document argues that Russia's imported cluster policy could benefit from additional focus on developing trust within local communities.
This document provides a proposal on developing industrial linkages for the College of Engineering & Technology at Dilla University. It begins with background on the university, including its vision, mission, goals and objectives. It then discusses the specific college, providing its vision and mission.
The proposal aims to establish linkages between the college and relevant industries, universities, technical and vocational education and training programs, and local governments. It outlines general and specific objectives for each type of linkage. An action plan with timeline and resource needs is also included to implement the linkages. The document concludes with a budget justification section.
This document provides a roadmap for open ICT ecosystems. It was created through collaboration between government officials, thought leaders, technology companies, and academics from around the world. The summary discusses:
1) How open ICT ecosystems can enable efficiency, innovation and growth through collaboration, access, and transparency. Case studies highlight successes in countries like Denmark and India.
2) Best practices for evolving ICT ecosystems presented, with examples of Chile mandating open standards and Japan prioritizing them in procurements.
3) The roadmap offers a comprehensive toolkit to create unique plans for open ICT ecosystems supporting open standards, which can drive benefits. Continued discussion is hoped to further learning and education.
The document discusses the need for PhDs and what a PhD represents. It notes that a PhD demonstrates the ability to conduct research and extend human knowledge through investigation and deep understanding. It also clarifies that a PhD is a research-focused degree, not a professional degree. The document outlines several fields of doctoral study and notes that while some fields have reached saturation, others continue to grow. It emphasizes that more PhDs are needed to fill roles as professors, researchers, and to help communities and policymakers solve problems through research.
The document discusses inclusive tourism and linking local communities and sectors like agriculture, handicrafts, and hospitality to tourism markets. It provides examples of how UN agencies can work together through the Steering Committee on Tourism for Development to foster these linkages. Impact measurement tools are used to assess changes in economic and social indicators for beneficiaries. Results from an Indian inclusive tourism project show increases in education levels, household income, and other measures over time. The experience highlights the importance of economic sustainability, generating backward linkages, and coordinating multi-agency assistance to local communities through inclusive tourism.
The document discusses the Indian warehousing and logistics industry. It provides an overview of key statistics on the size and state of the industry in India. Some of the major challenges facing the industry are lack of transportation infrastructure, lack of IT usage, fragmented market, shortage of skilled labor, and lack of standardization. The industry is driven by demand from various sectors such as consumption, manufacturing, agriculture, and exports/imports. The document outlines the different segments of the warehousing industry such as industrial/retail, liquid storage, cold storage, and container handling. It also profiles some of the major players in the industry.
MIT TR - Colombia ICT Ecosystems - Intl Trends in ICT - Rpt 1 - Jan 28 2014Burton Lee
This document summarizes key ways that ICT can transform governments and improve services for citizens. It discusses how e-government facilitates transparency, citizen participation, and more efficient delivery of services. Examples provided include how Kenya and Ghana have implemented e-government initiatives to reduce corruption and costs. The document also notes challenges like lack of internet access. Overall ICT holds great potential to modernize governments and improve people's lives if implemented effectively.
The presentation related to the internship at ICCBS and describe the on going project of the ICCBS, which can become the life line of the same organization.
The Future of Broadband: Telemedia, Futurist Gerd LeonhardGerd Leonhard
This document discusses the transformation of technologies and the creation of new demand for information and communication technology (ICT) services. Some of the key points discussed include:
- Social networks are becoming the new cable TV without the cable infrastructure.
- The future of digital technologies is already here in the form of "digital natives" and the growing "networked society".
- Content will continue to be a key driver but it will need to be accessible over different networks and devices.
- New business models will be needed to address issues like piracy and the need for affordable, legal access to content across different platforms and locations.
- The ecosystem of telecommunications, media, advertising and other industries will
Digital Strategy and Online Marketing - How To Become The Ultimate Brand Auth...Doyle Buehler
How To Become The Ultimate Brand Authority Online - The Digital Leadership Training Series with Doyle Buehler
Want to build and create a compelling competitive online brand presence using your existing digital assets with a remarkable digital strategy? This webinar series is designed to help you understand what your audience is looking for, and how to improve and create the ultimate online brand experience to drive sales and leads.
Every business online is different, yet there are some key fundamentals and tools that will assist you in creating a digital ecosystem that keeps your audience educated and entertained and more importantly, interested in what you do and how you do it. If you can’t deliver a valuable brand experience, you’re only 1 click away from them leaving you, forever.
Based upon Doyle Buehler's award winning digital leadership and online strategy framework, this Online Brand Authority Webinar series will show you how to construct a comprehensive, integrated digital ecosystem that has all your online assets working together - strategy, social media, branding, websites, sales funnel, landing pages, content, advertising, SEO etc. It will show you exactly how to overcome the clutter of online, get clarity on what is really important, and become the digital leader and brand authority in your industry.
Specifically designed to complement what you are already doing online to build your brand authority, you will get a step-by-step understanding over 2 webinars that kicks your complete online platform into high gear, with the tools and knowledge to really make things happen for your brand.
Here is the 2 part break down of the Building Brand Authority Webinars:
Webinar 1 - Rocking Your Digital Ecosystem
Learn the 7 Disciplines of digital leadership for a successful online presence
Create a digital strategy framework that connects your value with the needs of your online audience
How to master your content and develop your voice online to deliver your core value
Webinar 2 - Integrating and Escalating Your Kick-ass Online Platform
How to connect and re-align your website across your entire online platform
What you actually need for a working, qualifying, sales and leads funnel
Creating influence beyond your immediate reach through focussed advertising and analytics
The ultimate goal is that you will gain incredible clarity of what you need to be doing online to maximise your Brand Authority, and how to put all of your digital ecosystem pieces together, to work FOR you.
The document discusses research methods and definitions. It defines research as a systematic process of inquiry to discover facts or theories. Research methodology involves defining the problem, objectives, literature review, methodology, subjects, design, data collection, analysis and bibliography. Methods of data collection discussed include questionnaires, interviews and observations. Questionnaires can be closed-ended, open-ended, use scales or checklists. Interviews allow more in-depth information but take more time.
201306 CIO NET Enhancing the Business Value of BroadbandFrancisco Calzado
The document summarizes the results of a survey of over 110 European Chief Information Officers (CIOs) conducted by CIONET and INSEAD eLab on the business value of broadband. Key findings include: over two-thirds of firms experienced increases in broadband speeds over the past 3 years, with about a third seeing speeds increase by a factor of 3 to 10; common benefits included improved collaboration and access to cloud resources; future demand will be driven by mobile workforces and cloud/SaaS use; managing networks across locations with varying speeds is a challenge; and CIOs believe the EU could help by promoting competitive markets, availability, and reducing broadband infrastructure costs.
1. Four main drivers of regional productivity differences in the UK are educational attainment, transport links, management practices, and the proportion of firms that export and innovate.
2. The UK has a greater share of relatively low productivity businesses compared to countries like France and Germany, and productivity dispersion between top and bottom firms is significantly higher in the UK.
3. Low rates of adoption of new technologies and innovation by UK businesses, particularly small and medium firms, is a key factor contributing to the UK's productivity puzzle and higher income inequality compared to other countries.
V-LINC is a methodology and software that records, visualizes, and analyzes the strength of relationships within cluster ecosystems. When applied to Chicago's ICT sector, V-LINC found 341 total linkages, with 38% local, 11% within the state, 44% national, and 6% international. The analysis can identify the extent of cluster activity in a region and inform policies to nurture economic growth based on regional strengths.
Ericsson reported a significant year-over-year decline in revenue in India in 2Q10 due to new security regulations imposed by the Indian government that delayed deals and impacted all vendors. While 3G auctions were completed, they did not immediately translate to new infrastructure contracts as expected. However, Ericsson obtained additional security clearances in late 2Q10 and July that should improve its prospects for winning business from Indian operators going forward.
Digital transformation for 2020 and beyondSarhan, Ahmed
The 2017 global telecommunications study has been conducted by EY to monitor and evaluate the evolving views of leaders across the global telecommunications industry.
This latest survey forms part of EY’s ongoing series of global telecommunications studies.
Claranet Research Report 2015 - Inovação TI na EuropaClaranet Portugal
The document provides an overview of IT trends in six Western European markets based on a survey of 900 senior IT decision-makers. Some key findings:
- Average IT budget increase was 3% last year and expected to continue rising.
- Innovation is a priority but IT departments still spend most time (9%) on administrative tasks rather than innovating (12% in Germany, highest in Europe).
- Cloud adoption is established but IT departments must also focus on other technologies and business strategies.
- French organizations seen as most innovative with 97% expecting significant changes, highest digital strategies at 97%, and 12% of time spent innovating.
- German IT departments report no current challenges and spend 12% of time innov
Claranet Research Report 2015 - Innovation in European IT (Digital).PDFJames Grisbrook
The document provides an overview of IT trends across six Western European countries based on a survey of 900 IT decision-makers. Some key findings regarding Benelux countries:
- Benelux respondents were most comfortable outsourcing application development and management to third parties compared to other regions.
- They expect to increase outsourcing further, with 71% expecting less in-house application development by 2020 and 31% of their IT estate managed by providers up from 14% currently.
- Primary drivers for using providers were lack of internal skills and cost containment given modest 1% average budget increases, though it could free up time for innovation.
H1 fy11 idc-emea wan manager survey french attitudesRachid ZINE
IDC's annual European WAN Manager Survey highlights the views of 1,546
organizations throughout EMEA. This study focuses on the results for the French
region only. This study is a summary of five documents providing more insight into
green IT, unified communications (UC), managed UC services, ICT services, and
VoIP services.
5G - Enabled Road and Rail Transport Trials in the West MidlandsKTN
The document provides information about an upcoming WM5G Mobility Competition event in March 2020. It includes an agenda for the full-day event, which will involve presentations on the competition scope and application process, as well as networking sessions. The event aims to shape 5G development for mobility applications in the UK by engaging consortia to submit proposals and trials for improving transport systems in areas like traffic management, public transport monitoring and autonomous vehicles. Attendees will learn about the objectives to test 5G uses cases, accelerate 5G networks, and enhance the traveller experience, journey times, emissions, safety and customer satisfaction of mobility services in the region.
InfoLab21 is a £15 million center of excellence for ICT located at the University of Lancaster. It provides applied research expertise, trains top students, and supports ICT businesses through consultancy, business incubation, and specialized training. The center includes academic departments conducting research in areas like networking, mobile computing, and communications. It facilitates knowledge transfer between the university and industry and has ambitious plans to further contribute to the regional economy.
The report evaluates how smart city technologies can help Bristol achieve its carbon reduction goals. It benchmarks Bristol against 46 global cities and finds that while no city is fully smart, leading cities have implemented smart grids, transport, and data systems. The report provides recommendations that could help further reduce emissions and provide economic benefits for Bristol.
Impact of Information and Communication Technology on Cargo Industries A Stud...ijtsrd
The modern trend towards E commerce and computerization that they give you an idea about the way cargo industries Trucking and freight services , this paper establishes an “Impact of information and communication technology on cargo industries” In terms of commerce, logistics and fleet management, and proposes invented mechanisms of influence. The authors note that the speedy increase of E commerce and freight fleet management system compose it not easy to arrive next to firm, statistics based conclusion in relation to their impact of cargo industries, however suggest that more complicated government management of transportation demand over and above freight fleet management systems could call off out the pessimistic impact of E commerce on road transportation. Dr. Nandisha H. D "Impact of Information and Communication Technology on Cargo Industries - A Study in Bengaluru" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-1 , December 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd35731.pdf Paper URL : https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/mis-and-retail-management/35731/impact-of-information-and-communication-technology-on-cargo-industries--a-study-in-bengaluru/dr-nandisha-h-d
The document is a quarterly innovation monitor report that provides an overview of key trends in cleantech venture capital investment and M&A activity. Some of the highlights include strong investment in transportation deals, lower corporate investment levels compared to 2015 averages, and notable cleantech M&A deals such as Schneider Electric's acquisition of ETAP for $1.4 billion.
The IRC Network was established in 1995 by the European Commission to facilitate the transfer of innovative technology from research to industry, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It is now the largest technology transfer network in the world, linking research to SMEs on a regional level across Europe and beyond. The IRC Network consists of 71 consortia across 33 countries, with over 240 partner organizations and 1,250 staff. IRCS provide services to help companies identify technology needs and offers, find partners, and support collaboration and commercialization of innovations.
Opportunities and the tech ecosystems in SE Asia and Thailand are booming. The Thailand Board of Investment shares an overview of the tech and talent landscape and new initiatives to support business expanding into the area. Connect with us if you are interested in learning more or working with Thailand!
Zinnov Zones (previously GSPR) is an annual rating from Zinnov for Global Technology Service Providers in the areas of Product Engineering Services, Internet of Things, Media & Entertainment, Retail and Digital Services.
On April 22, 2015, the D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership held a free 'surgery' in order to help businesses and organisations apply for European Social Funding Opportunities. The slides of this presentation are above
D2N2 Youth Employment Initiative (Nottingham) European Social Fund (ESF) Pres...D2N2lep
A presentation given on the 22nd April 2015 discussing and informing potential bidders for European Social Fund (ESF) in Derby, Derbyshire,(D2) Nottingham and Nottinghamshire (N2), This particular presentation was geared towards informing applicants about the Youth Employment Initiative (YEI) for Nottingham.
The document analyzes 13 opportunities for wireless telecommunications to reduce carbon emissions and energy costs in the EU by 2020. It finds that these opportunities could reduce emissions by 113 million tonnes of CO2e and save €43 billion in energy costs annually through 1 billion new mobile connections, mainly for machine-to-machine applications. The largest opportunities are in smart grid and smart logistics. Incentives like carbon pricing and investment are needed to realize these opportunities.
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EVENT: TCI /MOC Asian Chapter Summer Conference 2022.
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EVENT: TCI /MOC Asian Chapter Summer Conference 2022.
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Cambodia's economic growth path and competitivenessTCI Network
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Mr. Peang Ratana is a freelance researcher and lecturer who has taught at several universities in Cambodia. He discusses how digital tools like Google Forms, Microsoft Forms, Google Meet, Slido, Facebook Live, Telegram, and Messenger can be used for eLearning and distance education. These platforms allow for online surveys, interactive question and answer sessions, video conferencing, live streaming, and messaging. Kahoot is also mentioned as a game-based learning platform that brings engagement to online education.
The document discusses the Philippine FinTech landscape. It notes that the Philippines recorded sharp economic declines in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which small businesses bore much of the negative impact from lockdowns. It provides an overview of the Philippine FinTech cluster map and key players like banks, payment providers, regulators, infrastructure providers, and consumers. The document also summarizes the country's FinTech history, regulatory approach, opportunities and challenges for further growth.
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TCI 2014 Visualisation of Linkages in Networked Clusters: Analysis of the ICT Cluster Ecosystem in Cork
1. Visualisation of Linkages in Networked Clusters:
Analysis of the ICT Cluster Ecosystem in Cork
John Hobbs
Academic 2: Industrial Trends, Innovation and the Cluster Ecosystems
11 November 2014
2. VISUALISATION OF LINKAGES IN NETWORKED CLUSTERS:
ANALYSIS OF THE ICT CLUSTER ECOSYSTEM IN CORK
DR JOHN HOBBS & EOIN BYRNE
EUROPEAN PROJECTS RESEARCH UNIT
DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT & ENTERPRISE
CORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, IRELAND.
DATE: 11/11/2014
This research was supported by Be Wiser (www.be-wiser.eu). Be Wiser is a Coordination Project funded by the research DG of the
European Commission within the Regions of Knowledge programme of FP7.
3. Traditional Cluster Analysis
Traditional Porterian cluster analysis focused on the INTERNAL workings and competencies of a
cluster and its local boundaries
Economic Analysis:
• Location Quotients
• Input / Output
• Regional Employment
• Patents
• Case Studies
Informs and Develops Policies Based on Regional Strengths
4. Visualisation of Linkages in Networked Clusters
Traditional Porterian Analysis + V-LINC Analysis = Contextual Policy
Informed policy
development within the
context of regional
strengths + dynamics
=
V-LINC supplements traditional Porterian cluster analysis by adding an EXTERNAL analysis:
European International
National
Informs & Supports Local/National Policy Development with an International Perspective
5. What Types of Linkages does V-LINC Measure?
Measuring input and output linkages has provided the backbone to traditional Porterian
research studies on concentrations of industry.
Derived from Marshall’s (1890); Porter’s (1998) and Leydesdorff (2012) each of which recognise
the role of knowledge, innovation, collaboration, administrative supports and specialised inputs.
6. How V-LINC measures the Business Value of Linkages
• V-LINC data collected through structured interviews.
• Measure the business value of linkages as perceived by company personnel.
• Using likert scale questions derived from Porter’s (1998) industry cluster theory.
= 36/40
= 31/40
= 27/40
= 24/40
Perceived Significance Value No.
High >30 to 40 2
Medium >20 to 30 2
Low >10 to 20 0
Tenuous >1 to 10 0
Employees Provide
Expert Views on Firm
Linkages
Head of Research &
Development
Confidentiality kept - Perceived Significance Bands
7. The Overall V-LINC Methodology
1) Individual
Firm Analysis
2) Multiple
Firm Analysis
Triple Helix Cluster
3) Reporting
Data Visualisation
Tabular Data
4) Policy & Strategy
Development
Firm Level
Cluster Level
National Level
European Level
Employees Provide
Expert Views on Firm
Linkages SMEs MNCs
8. Why Apply V-LINC to ICT in Cork?
• Nationally, ICT is one of 14 sectors
selected by Government to be a driver of
growth in the Irish Economy, in the Report
of the Research Prioritisation Steering
Group (Forfás, 2012).
• ICT also features in Ireland’s RIS3 strategy
(Forfás, 2014).
• Key Statistics:
– 97,000 employed
– 27,000 in ICT hardware segments and 70,000 in
software and ICT services (DJEI, 2012)
– Over €70 billion of exports from Ireland per
annum (ICT, Ireland 2013).
– 2nd largest exporter of computer and IT services
in the world (Irish Exporters Association, 2013).
– Indigenous sector alone employs over 30,000
people with total sales of over €2 billion per
annum (ICT Ireland, 2013).
• ICT is a major industrial sector in Ireland
with a notable specialisation in Cork.
10. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
• Area: 7,500 km²
• Population: 519,000
• ICT Enterprises: 865
• ICT employees: > 11,000
• Policy : State Government – National
• Research: 2 Universities and 49
research Institutes / laboratories,
• Location Quotient = 1.5
47 interviews
572 Linkages
10 SMEs
6 Large Firms/
MNEs
11. The Cork ICT Cluster Ecosystem
• Maps linkages between firms constituent in a cluster, with organisations they engage with.
• Reports linkages across 8 categories at 4 levels Local, National, European & International
Local National
European International
12. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
Distribution of Linkages by Category and by Firm
Company GA IA IP IN OU RD SS TN Total (n)
DeCare Systems 14.3% 19.0% 0.0% 19.0% 23.8% 14.3% 9.5% 0.0% 21
EMC 5.3% 4.3% 0.0% 26.6% 27.7% 12.8% 10.6% 12.8% 94
ePubDirect 9.1% 22.7% 0.0% 18.2% 36.4% 4.5% 0.0% 9.1% 22
Flextronics 6.7% 6.7% 11.1% 15.6% 24.4% 15.6% 17.8% 2.2% 45
InHand Guides 4.3% 13.0% 8.7% 13.0% 30.4% 8.7% 17.4% 4.3% 23
McAfee 2.0% 8.0% 12.0% 0.0% 26.0% 8.0% 32.0% 12.0% 50
Moog 13.5% 17.3% 11.5% 15.4% 3.8% 1.9% 28.8% 7.7% 52
Newsweaver 5.9% 35.3% 0.0% 11.8% 41.2% 0.0% 5.9% 0.0% 17
QUMAS 3.9% 11.8% 3.9% 9.8% 25.5% 5.9% 29.4% 9.8% 51
Smarttech 9.5% 14.3% 0.0% 19.0% 19.0% 0.0% 28.6% 9.5% 21
SolarWinds 2.4% 4.9% 14.6% 0.0% 19.5% 2.4% 46.3% 9.8% 41
Strencom 2.6% 13.2% 7.9% 23.7% 26.3% 7.9% 5.3% 13.2% 38
Supply.ie 4.8% 14.3% 14.3% 14.3% 38.1% 4.8% 4.8% 4.8% 21
Trend Micro 12.1% 6.1% 30.3% 0.0% 21.2% 3.0% 18.2% 9.1% 33
Voxpro 4.5% 18.2% 0.0% 13.6% 27.3% 0.0% 31.8% 4.5% 22
Zartis 23.8% 9.5% 0.0% 19.0% 33.3% 9.5% 4.8% 0.0% 21
RFG Average 7.0% 11.4% 7.5% 14.2% 24.8% 7.2% 19.8% 8.2% 36
Total (n) 40 65 43 81 142 41 113 47 572
Most Populous
8 4 6 3 1 7 2 5
(Rank 1-8)
Note to Table: The eight linkage categories are: Government agencies (GA); Industry association (IA); Industry peers (IP); Inputs (IN);
Output (OU); Research & development (RD) Specialist service linkages (SS) and Training (TN).
13. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
What is the dominant geographic scope for each of the linkage categories?
Distribution of Linkage Categories by Geographic Scope
Geographic Scope Local National European International Total (n)
Government Agencies 37.5% 60.0% 2.5% 0.0% 40
Industry Association 50.8% 29.2% 12.3% 7.7% 65
Industry Peers 46.5% 16.3% 14.0% 23.3% 43
Inputs 27.2% 27.2% 17.3% 28.4% 81
Outputs 13.4% 16.9% 42.3% 27.5% 142
Research & Development 39.0% 22.0% 19.5% 19.5% 41
Specialist Service 37.2% 28.3% 17.7% 16.8% 113
Training 55.3% 34.0% 4.3% 6.4% 47
Percentage 33.7% 26.7% 20.8% 18.7% 100.0%
Total (n) 193 153 119 107 572
Note to Table: International linkages are those linkages with entities beyond the European Union.
This information is used with the perceived significance to assess the linkage categories.
14. Is there an ICT Cluster in Cork?
Porter’s Diamond Model of national competitiveness
15. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
1. Factor Conditions
Figure: Input and Specialist Service Linkages: Local, National, European and International
Local
National
European International
Geographic Scope Local National European International Total (n)
Inputs 27% 27% 17% 28% 81
Specialist Service 37% 28% 18% 17% 113
16. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
2. Demand Conditions
Figure: European and International Output Linkages
Geographic Scope Local National European International Total (n)
Outputs 13% 17% 42% 28% 142
• 70% of output linkages in this study are external to Ireland
• Importance - 92% of European and International linkages in the High and Medium band
17. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
3. Firm Strategy, Structure and Rivalry
Figure: Local Industry Peer Linkages
Geographic Scope Local National European International Total (n)
Industry Peers 47% 16% 14% 23% 43
• Cork: 90% of Industry Peer linkages in the Low or Tenuous bands.
• IP linkages become more important as the geographic level increases.
18. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
4. Related and Supporting Industries
Figure: Local Industry Association Linkages
Geographic Scope Local National European International Total (n)
Industry Association 49% 31% 12% 8% 65
• Cork: 50% of Industry Association linkages in High and Medium bands.
• National 21% of Industry Association linkages in High and Medium bands.
19. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
4. Related and Supporting Industries
Figure: Local Research & Development Linkages
Few B2B Research
Links in Cork / Ireland
Geographic Scope Local National European International Total (n)
Research & Development 36% 24% 20% 20% 41
• Cork: 91% of R&D linkages in High and Medium bands.
• National: 75% of R&D linkages in High and Medium bands.
20. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
5. Government
Figure: Local Government Agency Linkages
Geographic Scope Local National European International Total (n)
Government Agencies 38% 60% 2% 0% 40
• Cork: 60% of Government Agency Linkages are in the High and Medium bands.
• National: 67% of Government Agency Linkages are in the High and Medium bands
21. Applying V-LINC to Cork ICT
The table compares the overall perceived significance of linkages at each geographic scope.
Perceived Significance by Geographic Scope of Linkages
Cork
Geographic Scope L N EU INT Total
Perceived Significance
High 30 to 40 16.6% 17.0% 45.4% 49.5% 165
Medium 20 to 30 40.9% 39.9% 40.3% 34.6% 225
Low 10 to 20 38.9% 41.2% 13.4% 15.0% 170
Tenuous 0 to 10 3.6% 2.0% 0.8% 0.9% 12
Percentage 33.7% 26.7% 20.8% 18.7% 100%
Total (n) 193 153 119 107 572
• Firms are more likely to engage in linkages which are geographically proximate (within the
country), as these linkages are easier to form and maintain they may not be as important.
• Firms are less likely to engage in linkages at further distances (European and international)
unless they are beneficial as they are harder to form and maintain.
22. Key Connectors in Cork ICT Sector
Key Connector it@cork EI C. Chamber UCC CIT IDA
High 30 to 40 6% 12% 0% 10% 22% 44%
Medium 20 to 30 44% 65% 44% 40% 44% 44%
Low 10 to 20 44% 24% 50% 50% 22% 11%
Tenuous 0 to 10 6% 0% 6% 0% 11% 0%
Total (n) 18 17 16 10 9 9
Linkage Category
15 IA,
3 TN
14 GA,
3 TN
11 IA,
5 TN
5 RD, 4 TN, 1
SS
6 RD,
3 TN
9 GA
23. Evidence for an ICT Cluster in Cork?
• Cork ICT firms do not compete
locally, but compete internationally.
• Compete locally for talent.
• Not primarily local
demand conditions
• 70% EU and INT.
• Not a heavy reliance
on local input factors:
• IN – 27% local
• SS – 37% local
• A connected local industry – 34% of
linkages are local. Largest proportion of
local linkages are : IA 51%, IP 47%, RD
39%, SS 37%, TN 55%.
• Supportive / facilitative
government: 60% local
and 67% of national GA
linkages are in top two
significance bands.
24. Policy Recommendations (1)
Develop a cluster organisation responsible for the ICT sector in the South West Region.
Provide financial supports at a national level to develop a cluster organisation in the region
to facilitate cluster initiatives and increased collaborative linkages.
ICN (2014) suggest that a cluster
organisation can have a significant
influence on strengthening collaboration
within the cluster and facilitating e.g.
information exchange, training and
seminars, joint corporation projects,
marketing and public relations, as well
as internationalisation.
Cluster programmes are an integral part
of an effective innovation policy at
regional & national level, cluster
organisations are essential for the
execution of cluster policies.
Figure: Local Industry Association Linkages , Cork ICT
25. Policy Recommendations (2)
Support the development of degree, conversion and training degree courses to include a
focus on ICT, wireless and internet security.
Adapt third level degree courses / curricula according to the needs of industry with regards
to Internet and wireless security content
Figure: Local Training Linkages , Cork ICT
• Majority of training linkages occur
within the country, 55% locally and
34% nationally.
• 51% of linkages occur in the Low
and Tenuous bands.
• >30% of local Training linkages with
University College Cork and Cork
Institute of Technology.
26. Policy Recommendations (3)
Support the Irish research and development ecosystem between industry and academia.
To develop long-term development partnerships between firms in the Irish ICT sector, increase
R&D activity especially in SMEs and strengthen the innovative potential of Irish firms;
Direct Subsidies for innovative cooperation projects within the Irish ICT sector.
Figure: Local Research & Development Linkages, Cork ICT Figure: National Research & Development Linkages, Cork ICT
• 61% of research and development linkages occur within Ireland.
• 94% local R&D linkages are with academia (Universities, IOTs or research institutes)
• 78% national R&D linkages are with academia.
27. Policy Recommendations (3)
Support the Irish research and development ecosystem between industry and academia.
Direct Subsidies for innovative cooperation projects within the Irish ICT sector.
Co-operation Projects - The region of Upper Austria:
• Innovative strategic programmes (‘Upper Austria 2000 +’, ‘Innovative
Upper Austria 2010’ and ‘Innovative Upper Austria 2010plus’).
• A minimum of three companies should participate in the project and at
least one of them should be a SME.
• Managed by Clusterland: >400 cooperation projects, involving 1,737
participating partners with €22.15 million in funding from the
government (Clusterland, 2014).
Output:
• SMEs achieve sustainable differentiation through
innovation.
• 77% continue to co-operate after project completion.
• Experience to apply for National and EU projects.
• Over come barriers; limited funding , lack of
management, resources and technological
competencies.
28. Other Sectoral Applications of V-LINC
The V-LINC software is being used to analyse 5 local clusters in the Cork region.
Further engagement with 7 clusters across Europe through FP7 projects.
Local Cluster Analysis: International Cluster Analysis:
• Biopharma
• It@cork – European Tech Cluster
• IMERC - Maritime
• Kinsale - Tourism
• WCDP – Agri-Food.
• Be Wiser Project - Paris, Karlsruhe, Barcelona,
Cyprus, Slovenia, Northern Ireland and South
West Region. www.be-wiser.eu
• REMCAP – MSE, Southampton; IMERC, Cork.
www.remcap.eu
29. Potential Future Work Directions
Future developments of V-LINC could support work in the following areas:
Longitudinal Analysis: Global Value Chain Analysis:
• Measure and analyse cluster ecosystem changes.
• Impact of specific policies on linkage development.
Smart Specialisation Network Analysis
• Dr Bernie Fingleton (University of Cambridge)
• Dr Justin Doran (UCC)
• Dominique Foray (École Polytechnique de Lausanne)
• Declan Hughes (Dept. Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation)
• Dr Tim Sturgeon (MIT) & Dr Andrew Reamer (GWU)
• Louis Brennan (Dublin University)
2014 2016
30. Bibliography
• DETE (2008), Knowledge and enterprise clusters in Ireland, Technical report, Department of Enterprise Trade and
Employment: Available online @ http://www.entemp.ie.
• DES (2014), ‘ICT Skills Action Plan’, Department of Education and Skills, Available online @ http://www.hea.ie
• DES (2011), ‘ICT Action Plan: Meeting the high-level skills needs of enterprise in Ireland’, Department of Education and
Skills, Available online @ http://www.education.ie
• DJEI (2014), ‘Policy Statement on Foreign Direct Investment in Ireland,’ published by Department of Jobs, Enterprise
and Innovation, 30th July Available online @ http://www.enterprise.gov.ie
• DJEI (2012), Action Plan for Jobs 2012, Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Available Online @
http://www.djei.ie
• EC (2002), ‘Final report of the expert group on enterprise clusters and networks’, Technical report, European
Commission: Enterprise Directorate General, Brussels.
• EGFSN (2013), ‘Addressing Future Demand for High-Level ICT Skills’, Expert Group on Future Skills Needs, Available
online @ www.egfsn.ie
• Forfás (2014), Ireland’s RIS3 strategy, presented at National Peer Review Workshop Smart Specialisation: Moving
Forward and Looking Outward, Dublin, 3-4 July 2014.
• Forfás (2012), Report of the Research Prioritisation Steering Group, Available online @ http://www.forfas.ie.
• Hobbs, J. (2010), A Framework for the Analysis of Spatial Specialisations of Industry, PhD thesis, Cork Institute of
Technology, Cork.
• ICN (2014), ‘Why Clusters,’ International Cleantech Network, Accessed on 10th August, Available online @
http://internationalcleantechnetwork.com.
• ICT Ireland (2013), ‘The Global Technology Hub’, Accessed on 17th August, Available online
@ http://www.ictireland.ie/
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August, Available online @ http://www.irishexporters.ie
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31. Dr John Hobbs,
European Projects Research Unit, Department of Management and Enterprise,
Cork Institute of Technology. Rossa Avenue, Bishopstown, Cork.
Mobile: 00353 86 8091294 Office: 00353 21 4335149
Email: john.hobbs@cit.ie Skype: jhobbs.cit
Mr Eoin Byrne,
European Projects Research Unit, Department of Management and Enterprise,
Cork Institute of Technology. Rossa Avenue, Bishopstown, Cork.
Mobile: 00353 86 0719451 Office: 00353 21 4335056
Email: eoin.byrne@mycit.ie Skype: eoin.byrne881
This research was supported by Be Wiser (www.be-wiser.eu). Be Wiser is a Coordination Project funded by the research DG of the
European Commission within the Regions of Knowledge programme of FP7.
Editor's Notes
Source: The 2007 OECD ICT sector definition (based on NACE Rev. 2)
In Ireland “ICT is a broad and dynamic sector encompassing software (applications, systems, middleware); IT services (data processing, outsourced IT services, and IT consulting); electronics and hardware; and communications services” (DJEI, 2012).
Source: The 2007 OECD ICT sector definition (based on NACE Rev. 2)
In Ireland “ICT is a broad and dynamic sector encompassing software (applications, systems, middleware); IT services (data processing, outsourced IT services, and IT consulting); electronics and hardware; and communications services” (DJEI, 2012).
Table 1 lists the firms who participated in the V-LINC analysis. It provides the percentage of linkages they report in each of the eight linkage categories along with the total number of linkages they engage in. This table allows the researcher to distinguish the total numbers of linkages per category for the cluster being examined.
Table 1 report’s that the most frequent linkages are in outputs which account for 24.8% of linkages reported; this is followed by specialist service linkages (19.8%).
70% of linkages are contained within 4 categories; outputs, specialist services, inputs and industry associations; each of these categories contain more than 10% of the 572 linkages reported.
The least frequent linkages are those with government agencies, making up only 7%, although research and development and industry peer linkages were comparably low with 7.2% and 7.5% respectively.
Many of the large companies and MNCs reported more linkages than SMEs. EMC had the most numerous linkages, reporting 94 in total, and is the largest employer in the RFG and the region.
This research brings the authors to the conclusion that some of the elements required for an ICT industry cluster as Porter describes them are in place in Cork.
However, a dedicated cluster organisation and supporting national / regional policy do not exist.
Only 8.6% of linkages in Inputs and 90% of Inputs in the High and Medium bands.
Only 5% of linkages in Specialist Services and 73% of Specialist Services in the High and Medium bands.
IP linkages become more important as the geographic level increases; 10% local, 14% national, 83% EU and 100% international linkages are in High and Medium band.
This research brings the authors to the conclusion that some of the elements required for an ICT industry cluster as Porter describes them are in place in Cork.
However, a dedicated cluster organisation and supporting national / regional policy do not exist.