Globe Telecom Invests in Network Infrastructure to Meet Growing Demand for High-Speed Data Links

Strategic Insights -

Globe Telecom, a major telecommunications provider in the Philippines, is planning to invest in network infrastructure to cater to the increasing demand for high-speed data links, particularly from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to penetrate international markets. The company's assistant vice president for business communications, Jesus Romero, emphasized the importance of high-speed connectivity in enhancing the competitive advantage of businesses. With the growing convergence of voice, data, and video, there is a rising need for reliable and fast Internet connections. Globe Telecom's digital subscriber line (DSL) service, GlobeNet DSL, offers a high-speed, always-on connection to the Internet, providing a cost-effective solution for businesses.

Key Takeaways:

  • Globe Telecom plans to invest in network infrastructure to meet the growing demand for high-speed data links.
  • The company's DSL service, GlobeNet DSL, offers three cost-efficient plans, including GlobeNet DSL Pro, which is available in major business districts and key cities.
  • 56% of surveyed local corporations and SMEs want unlimited and unmetered Internet access, while 80% prioritize a cost-effective solution.
  • Dial-up modem users still comprise 86.4% of Philippine internet consumer subscribers and 77.8% of commercial subscribers, but there is a growing awareness of broadband access.
  • In 2001, it was estimated that about 12% of the population would subscribe to broadband networks, which would address the demand for high-capacity, high-speed data transmission.

Statistics:

  • 56% of local corporations and SMEs want unlimited and unmetered Internet access.
  • 80% of surveyed businesses prioritize a cost-effective solution when upgrading to higher bandwidth.
  • 86.4% of Philippine internet consumer subscribers still use dial-up modems.
  • 77.8% of Philippine commercial subscribers still use dial-up modems.
  • 12% of the population is estimated to subscribe to broadband networks by 2001.

Sources:

  • "Globe Telecom invests in network infrastructure to meet growing demand for high-speed data links" (Article by Edu H. Lopez, no publication date)