The Real Huawei Story and the 5G Era

Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd, a Chinese telecommunication technology company and the second largest telecommunication equipment company in the world by revenue, is about to become the largest and the leader in the newest 5G telecommunications era (Sin 2017). For the past year of 2018, Huawei has been reported widely in the media for the detainment of its CFO Meng Wanzhou, who is being suspected of stealing technology from United States companies and illegally trading devices to Iran. However, Huawei\u27s true story of development remains unheard among the controversies and conspiracy theories around Meng\u27s detainment. This article will not expand on those controversies but will use this opportunity to unveil Huawei\u27s incredible path of growth, from being a marginal player to becoming one of today\u27s frontier companies in the telecommunications industry, as well as how Huawei will impact the industry\u27s future with its 5G technology

Mobile services in banking sector: The role of innovative business solutions in generating competitive advantage

The wide-ranging economic developments of the previous decade, e.g. the integration of world economies, have made a significant impact towards increasing the mobility of the working populace and their families. At the same time, technological developments especially in the field of telecommunication have made it possible to offer innovative, location sensitive services on ubiquitous basis to customers on the move. Our paper examines innovative mobile solutions in the field of mobile financial services (MFS) by using four case studies from Germany and Switzerland - representing two banks and two different technology solutions. The paper scrutinizes the strategic relevance of MFS to the competitive position of the firm concerned. Finally, we present five propositions about the role of innovative business solutions in the banking sectors and recommend that a large scale empirical study to test these propositions be conducted in the future. --Mobile Banking,Mobile Commerce,Mobile Financial Services,Multi-channel strategy,Innovation in banking sector

A Comparison of Information Security Curricula in China and the USA

Information Security (InfoSec) education varies in its content, focus and level of technicality across the world. In this paper we investigate the differences between graduate InfoSec programs in top universities in China and in the United States of America (USA). In China, curriculum emphasises Telecommunication, Computer Science and InfoSec Technology, whilst in the USA in addition to Computer Science and InfoSec Technology the curriculum also emphasises Enterprise‐level Security Strategy and Policy, InfoSec Management, and Cyber Law. The differences are significant and will have a profound impact on both the perceptions and capabilities of future generations of information security professionals on the one hand, and the management of information security in public and private organizations in the respective countries on the other

Broadband infrastructure: The regulatory framework, market transparency and risk-sharing partnerships are the key factors

Around the globe countries are attempting to forge ahead with the expansion and upgrading of advanced communications networks. In most cases they are setting very ambitious goals with regard to technology and coverage. However, the specific cost structure for broadband projects results in the private-sector-driven, competitive market for network upgrading being primarily focused on densely populated urban areas. By contrast, major progress in rolling out broadband to unserved rural areas will not be made in the foreseeable future without state subsidies. Without having to steer a course towards the return of a monopoly in the telecommunications sector, which would have a detrimental long-term impact, the public sector can in this situation promote sustainable progress in telecommunication by merging projects, entering into risk-sharing partnerships, setting realistic broadband targets, providing essential market information to market participants, offering e-government digital services itself and, on top of that, further enhancing investment incentives with a regulatory framework in a competitive environment.broadband; telecommunications; Infrastructure; investment; financing

Factors affecting use of technology by educators

Technology in some form has been found in schools beginning with the printing press in the 15th century. The late 19th century brought about motion pictures followed by radio, photography, television, and videotape (Simonson & Thompson, 1990). But recently, many dramatic technological devices have become available. Powerful computers are now priced low enough for purchase in both the home and schools, as well as telecommunication devices, videodiscs, CD ROM, hypermedia, and networking systems. The microcomputer and related technologies hold promise as the medium of the future. Technology has affected the way business is transacted, medical problems are analyzed, and products are produced. Its\u27 growing presence has been touted as the means to restructure schools and transform the educational process (Olson, 1992). However, we have not seen the expected impact of technology on our nation\u27s schools. The evidence seems to indicate that the majority of educators are not comfortable with the implementation of technology in their classrooms. Therefore, it is the intent of this research to examine factors that may contribute to this lack of usage

The mobile commerce technologies: Generations, standards and protocols

Mobile Commerce has staged a remarkable come-back. Driven by the technological innovations in the field of telecommunications, it is showing signs of a healthy recovery. The collapse of the dot-com boom in 2001/2002 had dealt a severe blow not only to Electronic Commerce but also to Mobile Commerce, which was just about developing at that time. In addition to a general lack of customer demand for mobile, location-based, services, it suffered heavily under the technical deficiencies of end-devices, slow data transmission and unripe technological standards. These factors in turn had a negative impact on the customer acceptance of mobile services and whatever little demand was available, was rendered useless. Many of the environmental conditions have changed since then. Technology innovations have reduced many barriers to acceptance. Increasing globalization has led to more mobility and therefore to greater demand for mobile, ubiquitios services that can be consumed anytime, anywher. This paper examines different telecommunication technologies regarding their suitablilty and deficiencies. It provides an overview over the historical development of mobile technologies while pointing towards the expected future scenario. --Mobile Commerce,M-Commerce,UMTS,WLAN,3G

The power of emerging economics : a global business paradigm shift in the telecommunication industry

Thesis (S.M.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, System Design and Management Program, 2008.Includes bibliographical references (leaves 80-81).When geographers study the world and its features, distance is one of the basic measures they use to describe the patterns they observe. Distance is, however, an elastic concept. Physical distance has played the dominant role in the world's geo-politics, global economy and international trade in last centuries. But in recent times - the impact of physical distance has been diminished and transformed by the effect and advancement of IT & Telecommunication technology. Physical distance has been transformed into virtual distance. Communication from one end of the world to other has become - "Just a click away in a computer or a few finger tips in our cell phone." The focus of this thesis is on two closely related sets of questions. - (I) "How is the state of telecommunication technology in emerging countries changing? How does this technological advancement affect the productivity and international competitiveness of these economies? (II) How does this telecommunication industry development in emerging economies shifting the overall global business paradigm of the telecommunication industry and is this shift permanent or temporary? In this thesis, I will first focus on the background of world telecommunication industry and the market segmentation based on: (I) Key Economic Indicator of Telecom industry (ARPU - Average revenue per user) and (II) Technology. I will then analyze the recent development of world telecommunication industry and conduct case studies on eight global telecom operators (Vodafone, AT&T, Telenor, SingTel, China Mobile, Orascom, America Movil, and Reliance). This analysis will focus on the present situation of global telecom industry, worldwide investment in this sector, market tier & user segments, and buying power of the emerging economies. At this point, I will introduce and examine whether the business models being developed in these emerging economies are likely to impact the global economy.(cont.) To do so, I will apply Porter's competitive advantage of nation analysis and Lessard's Globalization RAT's (Relevant, Appropriable & Transferable) test. Finally, I will conclude my research by illustrating - the evolving global telecom user triangle model and highlight a few key issues for global telecom operators to consider for their future business growth and sustainability.by Rehan A. Asad.S.M

The present and future of nonlinear optics applications in photonic telecommunication networks, Journal of Telecommunications and Information Technology, 2000, nr 1-2

A state-of-the art of photonic telecommunication technology is reviewed and possible directions of future developments are outlined. In particular, the impact of nonlinear optical phenomena inherent to silica glass on the transmission performance of wavelength-division multiplexed optical signal through fibres is discussed. Also potential applications of nonlinear photonic devices for the purposes of optical signal processing that is foreseen in future all-optical networks are pointed out

Managing ubiquitous eco cities: the role of urban telecommunication infrastructure networks and convergence technologies

A successful urban management system for a Ubiquitous Eco City requires an integrated approach. This integration includes bringing together economic, socio-cultural and urban development with a well orchestrated, transparent and open decision making mechanism and necessary infrastructure and technologies. Rapidly developing information and telecommunication technologies and their platforms in the late 20th Century improves urban management and enhances the quality of life and place. Telecommunication technologies provide an important base for monitoring and managing activities over wired, wireless or fibre-optic networks. Particularly technology convergence creates new ways in which the information and telecommunication technologies are used. The 21st Century is an era where information has converged, in which people are able to access a variety of services, including internet and location based services, through multi-functional devices such as mobile phones and provides opportunities in the management of Ubiquitous Eco Cities. This paper discusses the recent developments in telecommunication networks and trends in convergence technologies and their implications on the management of Ubiquitous Eco Cities and how this technological shift is likely to be beneficial in improving the quality of life and place. The paper also introduces recent approaches on urban management systems, such as intelligent urban management systems, that are suitable for Ubiquitous Eco Cities

Incorporating the Delphi Technique to investigate renewable energy technology transfer in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is a major oil-producing nation facing a rapidly-growing population, high unemployment, climate change, and the depletion of its natural resources, potentially including its oil supply. Technology transfer is regarded as a means to diversify countries\u27 economies beyond their natural resources. This dissertation examined the opportunities and barriers to utilizing technology transfer successfully to build renewable energy resources in Saudi Arabia to diversify the economy beyond oil production. Examples of other developing countries that have successfully used technology transfer to transform their economies are explored, including Japan, Malayasia, and the United Arab Emirates. Brazil is presented as a detailed case study to illustrate its transition to an economy based to a much greater degree than before on renewable energy. Following a pilot study, the Delphi Method was used in this research to gather the opinions of a panel of technology transfer experts consisting of 10 heterogeneous members of different institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including aviation, telecommunication, oil industry, education, health systems, and military and governmental organizations. In three rounds of questioning, the experts identified Education, Dependence on Oil, and Manpower as the 3 most significant factors influencing the potential for success of renewable energy technology transfer for Saudi Arabia. Political factors were also rated toward the Very Important end of a Likert scale and were discussed as they impact Education, Oil Dependence, and Manpower. The experts\u27 opinions are presented and interpreted. They form the basis for recommended future research and discussion of how in light of its political system and its dependence on oil, Saudi Arabia can realistically move forward on renewable energy technology transfer and secure its economic future