Energy meters are devices that measure production, supply, and consumption of energy (electricity) at residences and commercial establishments. These meters include electromechanical meters and solid state meters. Energy meters are coil based devices wherein rotation of coil advances reading in meter & thereby determining the energy usage. Reduction of energy consumption is the need of the...
Issues related to green environment, carbon emission, and e-waste management are becoming a growing concern for industries all over the world. In this regard, the telecommunication industry has also taken several initiatives towards protecting the environment and highlighting its role for a greener future. Manufacturing of Green mobile handsets and recycling of old mobile phones are some major...
Business Intelligence (BI) refers to applications and technologies that are used for gathering, providing access, or analyzing information about a company’s operations. Business Intelligence systems can help companies have a comprehensive knowledge of the factors affecting their business; for example, metrics on sales, production, and internal operations. Various tools and applications of BI...
The touchscreen technology market will have a major influence on the mobile handsets industry in the near future. Though touchscreen technology has been in existence since the 1980’s, it has come in to prominence only after the launch of the iconic Apple iPhone. Touchscreen technology has also seen rapid growth in other segments like PCs, kiosks etc. much before the launch of the iPhone or the LG...
FTTH (Fiber to the home) is a form of fiber optic communication delivery technology. By using this fiber optic technology, the signal is transferred over optical fiber cable extending from the telecommunications operator’s switching equipment to the boundary of the end-user’s home/living space/business office space. This communications path is provided for the purpose of carrying...
China Unicom Hong Kong Limited (CUC) was formerly known as China Unicom Limited. Initially, the company was engaged in investment holding, but with the help of its subsidiaries, it expanded its operations in cellular communication market for Global System for Mobile (GSM) technology. The company provides domestic as well as international long distance calls, data carrier, Internet service and...
Healthcare sector in Germany is the largest in Europe and is increasingly becoming a focus of research interest through new innovations and technologies. The economic growth in the healthcare industry can be attributed to several reasons such as rapid technological progress, new innovations and changes such as new IT solutions and provision of health cards to citizens in order to provide...
Key findings Key finding: in 2008, Russian software testing and QA outsourcers surpassed Indian and other offshore firms in client experience. In the last 12 months, the top honored firms included more Indian and Chinese suppliers In 2008, six of the top 10 software testing and QA firms were located in Russia and Eastern Europe. In 2009, several Chinese firms skyrocketed to the top ranks...
Introduction With the global slowdown forcing enterprises to refocus on streamlining their cost structures, the IT function has come under scrutiny for inefficiencies arising from infrastructure sprawl and decentralization. believes that the mandate for adopting ITSM is gaining ground against the backdrop of recession and this report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the ITSM domain...
Introduction 59% of consumers in the UAE and 30% in Saudi Arabia believe that their country is in a state of recession. Despite the fact that this evidence of a “recessionary mindset” falls below the global average of 69%, research shows that consumers are adjusting their consumption behaviors. 38% of Saudi and 37% UAE consumers have changed their lifestyle as a response to the global economic...