The telecom providers’ market is also changing significantly. With the competitive battle of global telecoms companies becoming ever fiercer, whole parts of these companies are being relocated, restructured or outsourced. The pressure of constantly rolling out new technologies and services in order to create unique selling propositions, even for just a short period of time, is enormous. Although many firms have instituted a temporary freeze on investment because of the tight situation, there is a large demand for products and solutions that enhance competitiveness, support the introduction of new technologies and services or generate substantial cost savings.

Security Solutions’ products and services support telecoms operators in the launch of new services and in improving their competitiveness. With customized software applications, Ascom helps to optimize processes and reduce costs at telecom companies and, as a competent outsourcing partner it offers a comprehensive portfolio of services.

Security Solutions is very well positioned with its strategic business unit Telecom Solutions. The addressed market amounts to over CHF 500 million, and is growing every year by 2 - 10%, depending on the region. The three product areas in the Telecom Solutions business unit

• Mobile Test Solutions
• TelcoNet Services and
• Systems & Solutions

enjoy good market positions in their respective segments. Indeed, Mobile Test Solutions is a world market leader in the drive/walk-testing of mobile networks, with a market share of around 30%.