Authored by Michael Philpott and Mariana Zamoszczyk from OMDIA and published in March 2023, this report presents a survey of 111 broadband service providers across 18 countries, highlighting key points and recommendations. Despite its decline, pay-TV still generates significant revenue for telcos and cable operators, with value differentiation being crucial. Broadband value-added services (VAS) are now considered essential but require continuous investment and updates to evolve. The broadband speed test remains a vital tool for service providers, with 67% of consumer broadband subscriptions delivered over fiber as of 2022. Potential growth areas include application prioritization and Smart Home technologies. The report emphasizes the importance of open-source frameworks and industry standards. This extensive report provides detailed references to these key points.
Keywords: Carrier Services, Data Networking, Fiber Optics, Home Networking, Market Sizing, Protocols/Standards, System Integrator, Broadband, Smart Home