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2015 Telecom ScenarioThe Local Exchange Network in 2015AUSTIN, Texas, March 2002-Technology Futures, Inc., an internationally-recognized leader in telecom forecasting, announces the publication of a new report entitled The Local Exchange Network in 2015, authored by Lawrence K. Vanston (President, TFI). This report gives forecasts for 2015 for broadband data rates, the impact of wireless, and the North America local exchange network. The research was sponsored by the Telecommunications Technology Forecasting Group (TTFG), a consortium of telephone companies comprised of Bell Canada, BellSouth, Qwest, SBC Corporation, Sprint, and Verizon. According to author, Lawrence Vanston, "With the ups and downs of the telecom industry, it's easy to lose one's long-term vision. This study provides a view of the future stripped clean of short-term transition issues. Unless things go badly wrong, ILECs will have largely completed the transition to a packet-switched, broadband, optical network by 2015." He continues, "Although the pace of this transformation may disappoint many, it will be truly immense, providing tremendous opportunities across industries and wonderful benefits to consumers. We hope this report will help people refocus their thinking about the future of telecommunications." We would be pleased to have this report reviewed by your publication and/or be cited for articles examining the subject matter. Dr. Vanston would also be glad to be interviewed and quoted for articles relating to the subject matter. The 23-page report is also available as a FREE DOWNLOAD to you and your readers at http://www.tfi.com/pubs/2015.html. You are welcome to include the link on your website or in written material. This report is based on published and unpublished forecasts by TFI that reflect logical extensions of current trends and are consistent with technology evolution principles.
Who should read this report? This report would be of interest to technology planners, telecom planners, strategic planners, information systems/technology managers, local exchange carriers, competitive LECs, interexchange carriers, Internet service providers, telecom equipment manufacturers, regulatory personnel, and depreciation professionals. A table of contents and a list of exhibits follow this press release. Author Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D., is an internationally-recognized authority in the use of technology forecasting in the telecom industry. His research reports and forecasts are used and referenced extensively worldwide. Dr. Vanston's views on telecom trends were summarized in a full-page interview by the Wall Street Journal entitled "Consultant's Call: Lawrence Vanston Makes Some Pretty Bold Predictions for the Future of Telecommunications. He Has Been Right Before Technology Futures, Inc. helps organizations plan for the future. Drawing on proven, quantifiable forecasting methods and strategic applications, we customize our approach to the technology, financial, and marketing issues facing our clients. Our services include consulting, research, and education. We are always happy to comment on the subjects of technology and telecom trends. A partial list of TFI citations from many major publications can be found at TFI News. PRESS CONTACT-Please contact Ms. Carrie Vanston by telephone at (323) 436-0314 or by email at cvanston@tfi.com with questions about the report and/or to arrange an interview with Dr. Vanston or other technology and telecom experts at TFI. If you need assistance immediately and Ms. Vanston is unavailable, please contact the corporate offices in Austin at (512) 258-8898 or (800) 835-3887. PURCHASING CONTACT FOR YOUR READERS-The report is available to you and your readers as a FREE DOWNLOAD at http://www.tfi.com/pubs/2015.html. Readers interested in purchasing a print copy of the report should contact Debra Robison, Technology Futures, Inc. at (800) TEK-FUTR or (512) 258-8898, fax (512) 258-0087, or send email to pubsales@tfi.com. The 23-page report is priced at $25 in North America and $40 elsewhere. Thank you for your attention. # # # 2015 Telecom ScenarioThe Local Exchange Network in 2015
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