Industry Evolution
The telecom sector is navigating a pivotal transformation. In developed markets, carriers focus on prepaid, data services, and next-generation broadband, while cost-effective customer acquisition and omnichannel retailing are essential in competitive landscapes. Emerging markets continue to see rapid wireless adoption-annual growth exceeding 25%-creating opportunities for incumbents and new entrants.
The global rollout of 5G and the emerging deployment of 6G present transformative growth prospects but require substantial investment in infrastructure and network modernization. The underpenetrated SME segment represents a lucrative market for tailored connectivity and digital solutions.
Smartphone ubiquity is reshaping the ecosystem, enabling integrated financial services, IoT applications, and AI-driven experiences directly on mobile devices, reducing reliance on traditional computing platforms.
Cedar’s Approach
Since telecom liberalization in the USA in 1984, Cedar has partnered with operators across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, including advanced markets like South Korea. Using the Balanced Scorecard framework, we design data-driven, predictive strategies that link technology adoption, customer experience, and operational excellence to measurable outcomes.
Cedar’s Expertise
Cedar combines wireline and wireless domain expertise—from 3G, CDMA, 4G, and 5G to 6G readiness. We support market entry, digital strategy, network modernization, M&A, and post-merger integration, helping operators anticipate shifts, optimize costs, and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Enabling Excellence
- Digital & AI Strategy: Develop predictive analytics and AI-driven roadmaps for growth and operational efficiency.
- Deal Advisory & M&A: Guide due diligence, integration, and value capture during consolidations.
- Network Modernization: Advise on 5G/6G deployment, smart city, and immersive XR initiatives.
- Market Entry & Regulatory Compliance: Craft tailored entry strategies with regulatory alignment across complex geographies.
- Customer Experience & Omnichannel Operations: Optimize acquisition, retention, and hybrid prepaid/postpaid portfolios.
- Workforce Transformation: Design and implement recruitment, training, and retention strategies for a digitally skilled, future-ready workforce.
