GLG Network Survey Tracker: EU Telecom Industry II

SURVEY DETAILS

GLG surveyed 50 senior executives working at telecom companies in Europe. This is the second iteration in this tracker series.

What will you learn from this survey?

• Respondents commented on consumer shifts compared to pre COVID-19, fibre roll-out, 5G, towers divestiture and regulations.
• The survey gathered a competitive assessment of the biggest telecom players in Europe.
• Lastly, the research gathered the experts’ views on the future of the industry, including further consolidation in the space.

Examples of findings:

• Overall, 67% of the respondents consider Orange to be one of the best placed players to grow in the context of the market environment over the next 5 years.
• When asked about regulatory trends that have the biggest impact on the telecom sector, 72% mentioned “network regulation”, followed by “cybersecurity” (62%).
• More than half of the experts (56%) anticipate an increase of at least 10% in investments for fiber in the next 3 years.

DELIVERABLES

The GLG Surveys team drafted the questionnaire with the support of GLG Network Member, Thomas Engelbertz, former CEO Internet of Things (IoT) – Consumer at Vodafone. 

The standard deliverable includes: 

• 1 x Individual responses (“raw data”) in Excel.
• 1 x PPT report with aggregated data.
• Executive summary with key takeaways and highlights from the raw data.

SAMPLE QUESTIONS

• In your view, who are the biggest players in the market? Please rank the top 3, with one being the biggest player.
• How would you rate the reputation of the following players?
• Which of the following do you consider to be the best placed players to grow in the context of the market environment over the next 5 years?
• Which of the following do you consider to be most likely to be a trendsetter or innovator in the industry in the next 5 years?
• In the market in general, what development was there in the last 2 years in terms of overall telecoms margin in the industry?
• What are the top 3 major innovation challenges you foresee to be the most important in the industry in the next 3 years?
• How do you expect investments into fiber rising in the next 3 years?
• How much do you agree with the following statement: “It is very likely to see significant further consolidation in the industry in the next 3 years”?

This survey is available to subscribers of the Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) sector. This offer includes the raw data file and a high-level presentation through PowerPoint. Please contact your GLG representative for details on your firm’s access.

DISCLAIMER:

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