"There is gold to be mined in understanding the consumer�s decision-making process. -- Cable TV operators, Internet service providers, wireline and wireless network operators, and other mass-consumer communications companies face an array of high-stakes bets in their quest for revenue growth. Mercer�s Customer Value Engineering� approach helps lower the risk of these bets by integrating the insights and interactions of both customer demand and the microeconomics of service delivery."
The satellite communications industry is experiencing a transformative moment. What was once the exclusive domain of government agencies and deep-pocketed corporations is rapidly becoming accessible to everyone. This democratization of space-based connectivity represents a significant technological achievement and a fundamental shift in our understanding of global communications infrastructure. The dramatic acceleration in satellite system deployment tells a compelling story. Satellite Broadband Market Development With over 160 launches recorded by August 2025 alone, we're witnessing an unprecedented build-out of orbital infrastructure. This surge is driven by three converging factors: Plummeting launch costs through reusable rocket technology, the miniaturization of satellites enabling bulk launches, and intensifying commercial competition among private companies and nations alike. The result is a space ecosystem that looks radically different from even a decade ago, with approxi...