Frost.com Press Releases - Information and Communication Technologies http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-en-releases-index.pag?mkt=CI Press Releases - Information and Communication Technologies en-us Videoconferenze, il Mercato Italiano fra i Primi in Europa http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=136172619 I sistemi di videoconferenza stanno assumendo una maggiore prevalenza tra tutte le soluzioni di conferenza. Il mercato ha ricevuto una iniezione di vitalita' grazie alla caduta dei prezzi, agli avanzamenti tecnologici e a una maggiore penetrazione nei mercati dei sistemi ad alta definizione (HD). E l'Italia e' fra i primi Paesi europei ad aver adottato la comunicazione visiva. Tue, 1 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=136172619 Open Source Telephony - Is it Disruptive or an Evolution? http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=136335651 Open source telephony is gradually gaining traction in Europe due its cost advantages over proprietary IP PBX and call centre products. Frost & Sullivan's analysis shows that the cost of an open source telephony 'line' can be up to 40 per cent less than an averagely priced IP PBX/Communication Manager. Total cost of ownership (TCO) comparison indicates a similar picture, with the cost benefits far greater in a call centre environment and in settings where the proportion of 'professional services fee' is higher. Tue, 1 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=136335651 Inexpensive Smart Phones Set to Ring in Benefits to Global Mobile Software Vendors http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=136170482 Global mobile software vendors can expect to reap the benefits of mobile carriers' willingness to carry data apart from voice and the introduction of third-generation (3G) phones. With expansion of memory, increase in processor speed, and availability of better networks that allow for faster data transfer, mobile software is in for exponential growth. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=136170482 Developing Nations and SMEs Offer Good Growth Opportunities for the Handheld Terminals Market http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=136172206 The retail industry has undergone phenomenal changes over the last decade. With the increasing customer demands, retailers are under constant pressure to differentiate themselves by providing personalized and responsive customer service and deploy technology that enables real-time communication and inventory management, and improves productivity amongst other functions. Handheld terminals play a significant role in ensuring this differentiation by introducing mobility and real-time ability into the retail enterprise. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=136172206 Competitive differentiation a top priority for contact centers http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135795609 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135795609 Optimizing networks and remote access amid Asias bullish economy and bandwidth dearth http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135617699 Multinationals continue to invest heavily in Asia-Pacific leading to a growing number of remote offices, mobile workforce, and highly empowered regional operations that demand the same level of connectivity and speed as their head office counterparts. Similarly, Asian businesses have grown in scale to compete on the world stage. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135617699 IP Adoption Drives the European Business Telephony Endpoints Market http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135686783 The European business telephony market is experiencing solid growth. However, in order to overcome the tendency of companies to reuse their existing phones when upgrading their systems, vendors must present a compelling offer, which guarantees immediate and tangible business benefits. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135686783 Managed and hosted services on the rise as telcos make a play for the outsourcing game http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135579484 With global service providers (SPs) such as BT and Verizon having significantly ramped-up investments in Asia-Pacific, and regional telcos like Tata, Reliance Communications and SingTel continuously diversifying their offerings, managed and hosted services is poised to constitute a sizeable percentage of operators' portfolio in the next few years. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135579484 Mobile WiMAX on the way out? http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135569745 If spectrum auctions and commercial Mobile WiMAX rollouts (compliant to Wave 2 Phase 2 certification) do not take place by 2008, the market scope for Mobile WiMAX on a global basis will be insignificant. Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, also observes that the technology is facing a range of challenges that are likely to make it unfeasible as a mobile "access" technology. Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135569745 Frost & Sullivan Explores the Global Green Revolution at its Growth, Innovation and Leadership 2008 Event http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135024737 The Executive Symposium - The Global Green Revolution 2008: Driving Growth Through Sustainable Technology and Innovation is a new feature of the 4th Annual Growth, Innovation and Leadership 2008: A Frost & Sullivan Global Congress on Corporate Growth. This one-day symposium focuses on strategies for seizing real market opportunities for sustainable technology innovation to drive growth will take place on September 17, 2008. Venture capital and corporate venture fund executives will provide insight on the rapid pulse of investment in green technology and examine top growth opportunities. Additionally, companies that have successfully driven growth via green technology innovation and investment will be highlighted. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=135024737 Productivity, cost-savings - top drivers for UC uptake in Singapore http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134847762 A new study by Frost & Sullivan reveals that the need to enhance productivity and achieve cost-savings through efficient communications infrastructure rank as the top two drivers for UC (unified communications) adoption among businesses in Singapore. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134847762 Telewizja mobilna - korzystny model biznesowy przy odpowiednim podejściu? http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134916930 Europejscy konsumenci mogą po raz pierwszy korzystać z bezpłatnej telewizji mobilnej. Firmą, kt ra jako pierwsza oferuje nieodpłatną mobilną telewizję w standardzie DVB-H, jest 3 Italia. Wszyscy użytkownicy będą mogli oglądać kanały telewizyjne bez dodatkowych koszt w od 8 rano do p łnocy, a wszystko dzięki reklamom umożliwiającym dynamiczną interakcję z widzem. Nowa usługa będzie nosić nazwę La3 i w Europie jest propozycją bezprecedensową. Podobna oferta istnieje obecnie tylko w Japonii i Korei Południowej. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134916930 Frost & Sullivan Lauds Avaya for its Dominance in North American Premise-based Outbound Dialing Markets http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134840295 Based on its recent analysis of the outbound dialing market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Avaya with the 2008 North American Frost & Sullivan Award for Market Leadership in premise-based systems for its move to the market share leadership position, robust product mix, and stellar customer focus. Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134840295 Telepresence offers edge over videoconferencing http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134767676 Telepresence solution promises to be the visual communications tool of the future. After a tepid start, the technology now tops videoconferencing systems in utilization rates on the strength of its high quality images and sound, simplicity and tightly integrated service element. Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134767676 SMEs, Open Source and Web Drive the Growth of Collaborative Tools in South Africa http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134286305 The uptake of collaboration is increasing steadily in South Africa, despite bandwidth limitations and narrow knowledge of the various tools that exist in the market. Rising uptake amongst small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and the advent of web-based solutions will continue to promote this growth. The popularity of unified communications will support the expansion of integrated collaborative solutions and vice versa. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134286305 Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Redline Communications for its Innovative Mobile WiMAX Products, Designed to Greatly Benefit Both subscribers and Operators http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134302471 Based on its recent analysis of the mobile WiMAX market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Redline Communications, Inc. with the 2008 North American Product Innovation Award. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134302471 Growing Demand for Outsourcing Services Holds the Latin American Contact Center Market in Good Stead http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134388993 With the Latin American economy flying high for the fifth year in a row, businesses are optimistic about their prospects in this region, especially since this pace of growth is expected to be sustained in 2008. This encouraging economic climate has had a significant impact on the contact center outsourcing services market, which grew by 25.58 percent in 2007. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134388993 IP Telephony Prepares for the Next Round of Evolution http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134103475 The North American premise-based business telephony market saw continued growth in 2007, mainly as a result of the continued increase in Internet Protocol private branch eXchange (IP PBX) shipments. IP telephony customers increasingly move past the stage where they look at their voice communication infrastructure as a cost center and implement IP just for cost savings. Customers look to derive maximum benefits from their current IP telephony deployment and they also look to prepare for a future with unified communications and communications-enabled business processes, vendors have to provide solutions that are backward and forward compatible. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134103475 Mobile Broadcast TV, a Successful Business Model with the Right Approach http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134103924 A first for European consumers, free mobile TV is landing on their fingertips. 3 Italia is the first to offer free mobile broadcast TV, based on DVB-H. The user will be able to watch TV channels between 8 am and midnight at no extra cost. This will be possible through the support of dynamic advertising, i.e. adverts that will dynamically interact with the users. This new service will be branded La3 and it is unique in Europe. Presently, similar offerings exist only in Japan and South Korea. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134103924 Mobile TV di 3 Italia, uno Stimolo per i Mercati http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134103947 E' la prima in Europa ad offrire gratuitamente la televisione sul telefonino. E' 3 Italia che sta proponendo il primo canale di mobile broadcast TV, basato su DVB-H, a costo zero. L'utente potr vedere canali televisivi, attivi dalle 8 alle 24 senza pagare nulla, ma con pubblicit dinamica, ossia interattiva con gli utenti. Il servizio, chiamato La3 , l'unico di tal genere in Europa. Nel mondo, servizi simili esistono in Giappone e Corea del Sud. Anche questa volta, 3 Italia conferma la sua capacit di essere innovativa e lungimirante nel mercato dei contenuti per telefonia mobile , commenta Saverio Romeo. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134103947 Videoconferencing Infrastructure Market Rides Piggy Back on the Success of the Endpoints Market http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134168794 With videoconferencing endpoints flying off the shelves in 2007, the tepid videoconferencing infrastructure systems market has a move on. The market has been mirroring the high growth in the endpoints market, since infrastructure is essential to support the increased installation of endpoints. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134168794 North American Healthcare Sector Promises a Range of New Growth Opportunities for Telecom and IT Vendors http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134028104 Although the healthcare sector has historically lagged behind others in terms of aggressive deployment of next-generation IT and telecom solutions, new investments are increasingly being made to enhance operational efficiency and comply with various regulatory requirements. Going forward, healthcare firms will continue to invest in IT/telecom solutions that address productivity, regulatory compliance, and customer contact/relationship issues faced by the sector. Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134028104 Game On: Mobile Multiplayer Gaming Market Gains a Lifeline from Network Operators http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134028135 Multiplayer gaming service providers are preparing the ground for offering true connected gaming through collaborations with device vendors, platform providers, applications developers, and mobile operators. While leading mobile operators already offer real-time multiplayer gaming on their 3G networks, platform providers help applications developers create, offer, and manage multiplayer mobile gaming services. This allows mobile subscribers to choose from a wider array of services. Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=134028135 UC sees strong growth as Asian businesses begin to realise the power of unified comms, says Frost & Sullivan http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133632610 Enterprise communications today are enabled by a multitude of devices (desk phones, mobile phones, laptops) through a variety of networks (voice, data, wireless). CIOs everywhere realise the power of Unified Communications (UC) in eliminating the inefficiencies in enterprise communications by streamlining and unifying the disparate tools available to users. Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133632610 Asia Pacific countries lead the pack in SSO market: Singapore amongst preferred destinations http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133636050 The global shared services and outsourcing (SSO) landscape is continuously evolving. From banking and insurance to healthcare and transportation, SSO has become an integral part of the business architecture. In recent times, businesses have been steering towards vertical centres of excellence (VCE) instead of function-based offshoring. Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133636050 Limited Budgets Driving Small and Medium-sized Enterprises toward Hosted IP Telephony http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133428244 The availability of hosted Internet Protocol private branch eXchange (IP PBX) or hosted IP Centrex services has increased manifold in the last 24 months, stimulating its adoption among enterprise customers in North America. The increase in competitive intensity has also forced vendors to carve various niches to generate higher profitability. Simultaneously, vendors are enhancing their offerings, expanding distribution channels, as well as investing resources in generating brand awareness. Wed, 4 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133428244 WiMax: Asia's last mile solution? http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133490344 WiMax holds promising potential as an alternative technology to connect underserved rural areas that will never realistically receive fixed-line services. The sweet spot for WiMax is its ability to provide voice and data connectivity at speeds of up to 1Mbps in Asia's emerging markets where such digital divide exists. Wed, 4 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133490344 Growth of IP Telephony and Changing Nature of Workforce Drive the North American Softphone Markets http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133356254 The North American softphone markets continues to exhibit strong growth, thanks largely to the wider adoption of Internet Protocol (IP) telephony, the emergence of true unified communications (UC) applications, and the changing nature of work structure. Enterprise softphone applications are increasingly being recognized as the default extensions of IP desktop phones in corporate networks and are becoming an important part of IP telephony providers' strategic offerings. Tue, 3 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133356254 Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Voxeo for Prophecy, Its Pioneering Interactive Voice Response Platform for Enterprises http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133258655 Based on its recent analysis of the interactive voice response (IVR) market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Voxeo with the exclusive 2008 North American Frost & Sullivan Award for Product Innovation for its Prophecy IVR platform, a proven, reliable, and flexible solution for VoiceXML application development and deployment. Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133258655 Unified Communication Paving the Way for Enhanced Business Productivity http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133320919 Rapid advancements in technology and the increasing acceptance of unified communication (UC) revolutionize the enterprise communication industry. Recent trends indicate the rapid adoption of fixed mobile convergence, presence management as well as Internet telephony catering to the various enterprise segments. Consequently, numerous technological advancements take place with respect to mobile unified communication as well as integrating technologies on a session initiation protocol (SIP) platform. Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=133320919 Achieving the Best-Fit for enterprise IT security http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=132107156 Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=132107156 Growth of IP Line Shipments Driving the Growth of the North American IP Desktop Phone Markets http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=132005815 The North American IP desktop phone market continued to grow in 2007, generating $1.15 billion in revenues, a 23.7 percent growth over 2006. The continuous increases in IP line shipments, the productivity gains associated with IP telephony, the wider adoption of session initiation protocol (SIP), and the decline in price points of IP phones, were some of the major factors that contributed to this growth. These factors have also increased the number of market participants, leading to greater competition and improved product offerings at affordable prices. Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=132005815 Innovative Pricing and Services Set to Retain Customers in North American Mobile Communications Markets http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=131856668 The North American mobile communications market is fast approaching saturation and mobile service providers need to target the pre-paid and credit-challenged segments to increase market share. Both wireless and direct-to-consumer data services are key areas to sustain revenues. Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=131856668 Emerging economies continue to invest in communications and conferencing infrastructure http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=131850743 The Asia-Pacific videoconferencing infrastructure market has seen considerable growth in the last two years largely due to the rising demand from the emerging power economies of China and India, and to a lesser extent, ASEAN countries. These nations are increasingly enhancing their communications infrastructure, keeping in tandem with their economic growth. Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=131850743 Frost & Sullivan Lauds Gearworks for Growth Strategy Leadership in the U.S. MRM Market Through its appmosphere Platform http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130792043 Frost & Sullivan Lauds Gearworks for Growth Strategy Leadership in the U.S. MRM Market Through its appmosphere Platform Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130792043 Stars in Asia Pacifics ICT industry honoured http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=131787863 Honoring Asia Pacific's finest in the ICT (information and communications technology) industry, Frost & Sullivan today hosted the 2008 Frost & Sullivan Asia Pacific ICT Awards. The awards, in its fifth consecutive year, was held at the St. Regis in Singapore. Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=131787863 Evolving landscape of SSO: Organisations to benefit from a vertical outsourcing ecosystem says Frost & Sullivan http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130712358 Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130712358 European Markets Present Conferencing Services Providers with Mixed Bag of Opportunities and Challenges http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130698077 With many alternative conferencing and collaboration technologies now reaching the market, opportunities for the continued growth of conferencing services in Europe presents a mixed picture. While the developing markets of southern, central and eastern Europe are new areas for potential expansion, they represent shifting risks, and the possibility that next generation network and enterprise-based collaboration applications will get there first. Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130698077 Rynki europejskie oferują dostawcom usług konferencyjnych tyleż możliwości co i wyzwań http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130698140 Ze względu na wiele r żnorodnych technologii wchodzących obecnie na rynek w dziedzinie usług konferencyjnych, możliwości rozwoju w branży usług konferencyjnych w Europie wydają się niejednolite. Pomimo że rozwijające się rynki Europy Południowej i Środkowo-Wschodniej stanowią nowe obszary potencjalnej ekspansji, to jednak zmienny stopień ryzyka sprawia, że jako pierwsze mogą się tam pojawić sieci nowej generacji (next generation network) oraz aplikacje wspomagające komunikację i wsp łpracę przedsiębiorstwa (enterprise based collaboration applications). Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130698140 Insatiable Demand for Bandwidth and Need for Future Proof Network Architectures Driving the Global Deployment of Fiber Optic Networks http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130627994 Broadband access networks are undergoing a change in terms of architecture and the applications and services being run on them. This change will have fundamental implications on the way access networks and associated business models are viewed. Service providers must consider network architectures that can address the challenges posed by the changing trends in end-user broadband usage. Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130627994 Increase in Wireless Networks along with Regulatory Compliance Requirements Drive the World Wireless Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems Market http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130628157 The wireless intrusion detection and prevention systems (WIDPS) market was a niche market in the past, but is gaining prevalence as WLAN becomes more widespread and security threats get increasingly complex. The need for a WIDPS system is crucial in all vertical markets across the board as a result of compliance regulation and the necessity to secure corporate wireless networks. Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130628157 Improved Technology and Unified Communications Create a Case for Videoconferencing Infrastructure http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130628234 From siloed solutions, conferencing is rapidly evolving to be included along with technologies such as data, collaboration, secure instant messaging, unified messaging, and VoIP to form a complete solution. The emergence of a total unified communications (UC) is transforming videoconferencing's long-standing status as a niche technology for use in a conference room setting and mostly in intra-company communications. This trend, in turn, has compelled vendors to make changes to product features and functionality. Furthermore, this has also given an advantage to the videoconferencing infrastructure systems market. Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130628234 Converged Technologies Spiffs up Smart Cards Prospects in Asia Pacific http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130699178 Product quality and innovation has displaced pricing as the primary business factor in the Asia Pacific smart card industry, following the extensive efforts to integrate technologies. Market participants are making significant headway toward product advancement, as testified by smart cards' increasing convergence of applications and integration with diverse technologies. Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130699178 Technological Advances Buoy Enterprise Videoconferencing Endpoints Market http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130499625 With organizations of all sizes focusing on enhancing productivity and reducing costs, real-time collaboration tools, including videoconferencing solutions, have received a huge boost. Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130499625 UWB-based Short Range Wireless Technology to Have a Profound Impact on Future Mobile Device Communications http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130499827 Wireless USB, based on the WiMedia Alliance's Ultrawideband (UWB) common radio platform which is promoted by USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), is slowly garnering attention from mobile device manufacturers as it has exhibited efficient power consumption. It is capable of transmitting data up to 480 Mbps at distances up to 3 meters and 110 Mbps at up to 10 meters. It is gradually being implemented in game controllers, digital cameras, portable media players (PMPs), and laptops. The Bluetooth Special Interest Group has also announced that the next version of Bluetooth would be based on Wimedia's UWB common radio platform. Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130499827 Overall Excellence Underpins Sepuras Receipt of 2008 Frost & Sullivan Global First Responder Company of the Year Award http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130560167 Frost & Sullivan bestows the 2008 Global First Responder Company of the Year Award on Sepura plc. The company is recognised for its strong global performance and outstanding products. A sustained focus on research and development, the expansion of an extensive distributor network and exceptional customer service has ensured Sepura's continued market success. Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130560167 Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Myxer with Key Market Enabler http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130561747 Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Myxer with Key Market Enabler Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130561747 Frost & Sullivan Lauds RADVISION s Product Strength and Market Differentiation Strategies in the Videoconferencing Infrastructure Market http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130562556 Frost & Sullivan Lauds RADVISION's Product Strength and Market Differentiation Strategies in the Videoconferencing Infrastructure Market Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=130562556 La peur amplifie la tendance la r cession - Frost & Sullivan d montre que l conomie globale est encore solide http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129706111 PALO ALTO, Californie Le 13 mai 2008 Au vu du pessimisme croissant au sujet de la sant de l' conomie am ricaine, de nombreux dirigeants anticipent et r visent la baisse leurs attentes et objectifs de croissance, et abordent l'ann e 2008 de mani re plut t mesur e mais est-ce vraiment une strat gie astucieuse? Il est compr hensible qu'avec les titres affich s par la presse financi re - tels de sombres perspectives , le gel du march ou le march s' croule - les entreprises adoptent une approche prudente. Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129706111 Home grown talents in the telecoms industry lead the way http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129632219 Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129632219 Mobile Satellite TV has Great Growth Potential in Europe http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129431575 While the European Mobile TV market is on the verge of significant growth, it still faces problems related to the efficient transmission and distribution of Mobile TV services. This being the case, recent and emerging studies have clearly shown the use of satellite technologies for Mobile TV services to be a sensible and cost-effective solution. Hence, the use of satellite services can be expected to significantly aid the sustainable growth in spread, quality and reliability of mobile TV service offerings. Thu, 8 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129431575 Frost & Sullivan Appoints Dr. Vinod Aggarwal as Chief Economist http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129437235 Frost & Sullivan, the world leader in helping companies accelerate their growth, today announced the appointment of Dr. Vinod Aggarwal as Chief Economist for the Economic Research and Analytics (ERA) group. Thu, 8 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129437235 Italian Mobile Communications: Market Ready to Face New Challenges http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129363805 Italy has the highest 3G penetration in Europe and 3Italia achieved over 700,000 subscribers for its Mobile TV service by August 2007. Now iPhone is taking centre stage over the UMTS networks of mobile operators TIM and Vodafone. This looks like it's a done deal and if it is the case, then it just goes to show that between the end of 2007 and the beginning of 2008 Italy has been a hotbed for mobile communications says Frost & Sullivan Research Analyst Saverio Romeo. Wed, 7 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129363805 Comunicazioni Mobili in Italia: Mercato Pronto per Nuove Sfide http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129293876 Primi in Europa per penetrazione 3G. Mobile TV con 3 Italia a fine agosto 2007 aveva raggiunto 700 mila utenti. E ora anche l'iPhone sbarca in Italia per le reti UMTS con gli operatori Vodafone e TIM. Sembra essere davvero ufficiale e se lo e', rappresenta l'ultimo di alcuni eventi importanti che hanno caratterizzato la telefonia mobile in Italia nel periodo 2007 e inizio 2008 , commenta l'analista di Frost & Sullivan Saverio Romeo. A inizio 2007, infatti, era partita la febbre per il WiMAX che si e' conclusa con 35 licenze vendute dal Ministero delle Communicazioni nella prima parte del 2008. Nel giugno 2007 erano arrivati i primi MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) con Coop Voce di Coop e Uno Mobile di Carrefour. Il loro numero sta aumentando mese dopo mese con nuovi marchi come Poste Mobile, Auchan, Conad e forse per la fine dell'anno Fastweb e Tiscali. Ed ora per la fine del 2008, l'ultima icona della telefonia mobile mondiale, l'iPhone sbarchera' in Italia. Tue, 6 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129293876 Enterprises move to the next level in security needs http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129223356 Enterprises in Asia have long gone beyond appreciating the role of security in integrating technology with their businesses. Today, they have matured to the next crucial stage in making the union between the business and IT work by aligning their security strategy with their business strategy. Mon, 5 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129223356 Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Insightixs Innovative and Differentiating Approach in the Network Access Control Industry http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129226819 Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Insightix's Innovative and Differentiating Approach in the Network Access Control Industry Mon, 5 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/press-release.pag?Src=RSS&docid=129226819