The French approach: an alternative model for broadband deployment : Market Research Report

The French approach: an alternative model for broadband deployment

Published by: Ovum Plc

Published: Sep. 4, 2009 - 17 Pages

Executive summary: In a nutshell; Ovum view; Key messages; Why intervene? Broadband availability is not the sole issue; Effective intervention requires a robust framework; Localised digital ambitions are key to political buy-in; Co-funding: an effective investment stimulus; Build it and they will come: selectively applicable; Consumer ISP choice: greater coverage for national ISPs; A technology-neutral approach is key; The backdrop to public intervention in broadband; Broadband on the back burner: a lack of infrastructure; Broadband as economic enabler; A legislative catalyst; The emergence of an alternative model; Framework; The DSP model; DSP and broadband: new powers for authorities; The options; Financing; The supply landscape; Significant scale in a short amount of time; Spurring the development of a competitive supply landscape; Examples of network deployments; Attracting private investment: making the business case; Public intervention has built solid foundations; A clear roadmap for investment and co-investment; A long-term view of investment by infrastructure players; Five key drivers for building an effective investment case; Creating wholesale services that evolve over time; Technology mix: from WiMAX to FTTH; The PIN scorecard: more hits than misses; A viable alternative; Instrumental in backhaul; Extending broadband availability; Better broadband for businesses; Connecting businesses; Cheaper access for SMEs: an emerging trend?; Connecting the public sector; Consumer broadband: a more limited impact
List of Tables: Table 1: PIN deployments; Table 2: List of main delegates for PINs; Table 3: Examples of network rollouts; Table 4: Impact of PINs on expanding DSL availability in selected French regions; Table 5: Selected regions with alternative operators offering consumer broadband utilising PINs
List of Figures: Figure 1: Levels of engagement/investment for delegates; Figure 2: Five key drivers for an effective investment case

Abstract

Over the last five years, France has seen widespread deployment of alternative broadband networks in less densely populated areas. Strong promotion of digital development, primarily at a regional and local level but facilitated by national legislative and regulatory measures, has led to the emergence of a viable alternative to the incumbent-owned network and the creation of a competitive wholesale market. These public initiative networks (PINs), funded by a combination of public and private investment, have brought tangible benefits to France by extending broadband availability, stimulating competition and investment, and connecting businesses and the public sector.

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The French approach: an alternative model for broadband deployment

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