An Analysis of The MVNO and MVNE Marketplace, Including the Key Factors Driving Profitability.

DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28964 ) has announced the addition of the Pyramid Research report: MVNOS and MVNES: Analyzing the Viability of Virtual Mobile Players to their offering.

Pyramid Research has been covering the MVNO space since 2001. This upcoming report continues our legacy as MVNO experts by providing an in-depth analysis of current MVNO profitability, as well as a comprehensive analysis of the MVNE marketplace. The report is structured in two main sections. The first section evaluates the current and projected state of MVNO profitability. The second section examines the MVNE business models and the general suitability of MVNOs for a partnership with a virtual network enabler.

Included with the purchase of this report will be the latest version of the Pyramid Research MVNO Financial Model. This valuable tool provides the framework for you to assess MVNO financials by using your own operational scenarios.

Key Questions Answered:
Section 1
- What kind of MVNO models are emerging in the market?
- What is the overall size of the global MVNO opportunity?
- What is the MVNO market share distributed by segment (prepaid vs.
  high-end vs. data-focused players, etc.)?
- MVNO profitability: are existing MVNOs making money? What have been
  the key drivers of profitability (or lack thereof?)
- What is the profitability potential of high-cost MVNOs? Low-cost
  MVNOs?

Section 2
- What is an MVNE?
- Do MVNOs need MVNEs?
- How do the world's main MVNEs compare to each other (MVNE map)?
- What are the economics for MVNEs?
- Is the MVNE model here to stay?
- Who are the major MVNEs and what is their market share (based on
  subscriber served)?
- Are infrastructure manufacturers better positioned for an MVNE play?

Target Audience:

MVNOs:
- Examine various MVNO business models to maximize profitability
- Assess the value of MVNEs to your operation
- Size the regional and global MVNO opportunity with our subscriber
  forecasts

Mobile Operators:
- Understand MVNO market dynamics
- Maximize wholesale opportunity without cannibalizing existing
  subscribers
- Determine terms for mutually beneficial MVNO partnership
- Maximize network traffic and revenues

MVNEs:
- Evaluate the MVNO opportunity globally with MVNO subscriber forecast
- Benchmark performance against competitors
- Determine target markets for MVNOs
- Plan new service components to remain competitive

Vendors:
- Size the opportunity for MVNO-specific networks, handsets and
services
- Evaluate position to pursue the MVNE space

Finance and Consulting:
- Evaluate MVNO profitability
- Perform due diligence with Pyramid Research MVNO financial model
- Make informed decisions and recommendations regarding the MVNO space

Topics Covered
Section 1: MVNO Landscape and Profitability Analysis
1.1 MVNO Operational Models
1.2 MVNO Subscriber & Revenue Forecasts
 1.2.1 Global MVNO subscriber base (by region, including forecasts)
 1.2.2 Analysis of MVNO share of mobile market
 1.2.3 Analysis and Evolution of MVNO market share by segment
      (discount MVNOs Vs. Mass market MVNOs Vs. Upper-end MVNOs)
 1.2.4 MVNO Global ARPUs and Revenue Evolution
1.3 Are MVNOs Making Money? Analysis of Operational and Financial
    Metrics of Existing MVNOs
 1.3.1 Revenue analysis: ARPU analysis, revenue growth
 1.3.2 Cost analysis: Distribution, marketing and overall subscriber
       acquisition costs
 1.3.3 Profitability analysis: EBITDA margins, break-even points
 1.3.4 Profitability Case Studies (4 operators across markets)
1.4 Detailed Hypothetical MVNO Financial Model*

Section 2: MVNE Market Analysis
2.1 What is an MVNE?
2.1.1 MVNE Mapping and Positioning, based on services offered
2.1.2. MVNE Business Models: Revenue framework analysis
2.1.3 Major MVNEs and Subscriber Market Share
2.2 Do MVNOs Need MVNEs?
2.3 Is the MVNE model here to stay?
2.4 Case Studies of MVNEs (Minimum of 3)

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