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the research we produce is founded on practical knowledge of the issues of the market.

Research

illume focus on in depth research of new markets. The research we produce is founded on practical knowledge of the issues of the market. This practical knowledge and strong modeling and research techniques, means we are able to give a very informed picture of the markets we address.

The research available from a lot of research companies is a 1000 foot view of the market, illume focus on 1 foot view.

We provide both bespoke customer based projects and published research on key issues of the markets above. We also undertake mystery shopping and competitive analysis to help companies and investors hone their offerings and business plans. We are regarded by a number of players in the market as the experts in the fields we operate in.

illume have published the following research:

UK IP/SIP Trunking Market Report & Forecast 2010

As the market for IP trunking breaks 100,000, and the UK trunking market enters a period of sharp growth. illume launches its 2010 UK IP/SIP Trunking Market report and forecast. As usual illume provides a unique insight into the market, based on its regular market interviews and quarterly industry survey. The report is authored by Matthew Townend and highlights include:

  • Market Forecast (2009 - 2012)
  • Market Dynamics (Strategies, Vendor Propositions and Pricing)
  • Identification of the UK's SIP Trunking Providers
  • Challenges to growth
  • Technology factors (QoS, Gateways, Broadband etc)

This 20 page report provides insight into the current market numbers and likely growth over the next 3 years. illume has also undertaken a detailed review of the current service provider propositions and strategies. As customers and providers look at SIP Trunking as a possible recession proof service the purchase of this report will enable its readers to gain a better understanding of the market opportunity that really exists.

To purchase the report click the "Buy Now button" and proceed to check out where you can select your preferred method of payment. After payment has been made you will be emailed your UK IP/SIP Trunking Market Report & Forecast 2010 as a PDF file within 24 hours.

Report price: £564.00 inc. VAT.

Published February 2010

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Hosted VoIP Report & Forecast (2010 -2014)

This report is designed to provide a quantitative analysis of the next 5 years growth of the UK's Business VoIP market. The report details the changes in subscriber numbers, the revenue generated and the factors that lead to these changes.

This report is written by Matthew Townend who has extensive firsthand experience of the issues and opportunities in this market. He is well known and well regarded in the UK market.

You can view a sample contents page of the 5 Year VoIP Forecast here.

To purchase the report click the "Buy Now button" and proceed to check out where you can select your preferred method of payment. After payment has been made you will be emailed your 5 Year VoIP Forecast Report as a PDF file within 24 hours.

Report price: £564 inc. VAT.

Published March 2010

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Content Delivery Choices for ISP & Carriers

illume are pleased to announce the publication of an in-depth market report into the choices Carriers & ISPs have around content distribution. Content Delivery Networks (CDN) is shaping up to be one of the most challenging episodes in the context of global communications. The need to deliver large rich media such as video/gaming and enterprise applications across the global environment has spawned the creation of dedicated CDNs. And as these organizations seek to circumvent the traditional carrier network; then the massive growth in rich media presents a fundamental challenge and an opportunity for the carriers. This report examines these concepts in detail, the strategies employed and their likelihood of their success.

The report includes:

  • Explanations of ISP & Carrier Drivers
    • Network cost savings (Market data explaining growth of key media types & impact on Carrier/ISP networks)
    • Wholesale Revenue Protection
    • VOD/IPTV service creation
    • New service creation (Offering SAAS,CDN)
  • Content Owner Strategies & requirements of a delivery partner
  • Technical Options (Build, Acquisition or Partner)
  • Existing Carrier strategies
  • CDN provider market, who are the key players and their strategies
  • Future of Content Delivery

This 34 page report provides insight into the current market, and a detailed look at the current market propositions & strategies. The report should be interesting to decision makers in Carriers, ISPs, CDNs, Content owners & financial investment community interested in this market..

Report price: £564.00 inc. VAT.

Published May 2009

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VoIP Peering – Time to Tango?

Within the voice marketplace, the long held status quo between traditional carriers and their peering partners will no longer hold sway, due primarily to the wholesale migration to Voice over IP (VoIP) and the changing economics of transporting voice itself.

Hungry new VoIP providers are looking for ways to circumvent what’s left of the TDM world and are using Peering as the way to do it. This report looks in detail about how a small number of key players are making it happen, and what single big issue stands in their way.

You can view a sample contents page of the VoIP Peering – Time to Tango? Report here

To purchase the report click the "Buy Now button" and proceed to check out where you can select your preferred method of payment. After payment has been made you will be emailed your VoIP Peering – Time to Tango? Report as a PDF file within 24 hours.

Report price: £564.00 inc. VAT.

Published February 2009

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We will accept purchase order and payment on invoice. Please attach a Purchase Order to the value of £564.00 inc. VAT and email it to us at info@illumeconsulting.co.uk.