Cerillion Blog
The Cerillion Blog provides a regular feed of company news, industry insight and informed opinion, all delivered by a team of recognised experts from across the company
Can broadband “nutrition labels” make connectivity more digestible for customers?
The FCC now requires service providers in the US to slap “nutrition labels” on their fixed and wireless plans to stop customers gorging themselves on bad broadband. Will this move create a healthy market for customers, or leave a bad taste?
From anonymity to accountability: does mandatory SIM card registration actually work?
At the end of this month, Namibia will introduce mandatory SIM card registration, joining hundreds of other countries in tying users’ SIM cards with their personal data. What’s the reasoning behind this rule, and should customers keep their (SIM) cards close to their chests instead?
Interview: Tafsia Shikdar on first impressions of MWC24
Cerillion has been attending MWC for well over 20 years now – so long in fact, we’ve forgotten what the experience can be like for a newcomer to the world’s biggest annual telecoms trade show. We asked Tafsia Shikdar, Presales Consultant at Cerillion, for the verdict on her first MWC.
Trust, but verify: the risks and rewards of vendor relationships
Partnering with a vendor opens up your business to new collaborative opportunities, but also brings new risks to the integrity of your organisation. When choosing a new supplier, what must companies do to ensure their networks and BSS/OSS remain secure and their reputations intact?
5G New Radio: an industry primer
5G New Radio promises concrete use cases to realise the full potential of 5G, bringing high-speed, low latency data services to consumers, enterprises and industry. Who is benefitting most from this evolution in the 3GPP standards and what charging models will prevail?
Fair contribution: a fair deal for telecoms customers too?
Tensions between telcos and Big Tech companies are reaching fever pitch as CSPs demand fair compensation for their massive investments in infrastructure. We look at what Europe’s telecoms firms are asking for, and why them getting their way might not be the best outcome for customers.
Keeping the crowd connected: how have the mobile networks fared at this year’s biggest live events?
As 2023’s busy summer events calendar continues, how are the major mobile networks coping with the increasing demand for connectivity? Adam Hughes tested the signal at Glastonbury Festival (and Eurovision) – was it Still Standing, or like a Candle in the Wind?
Network consolidation: good for telcos – better for customers?
The Vodafone-Three merger is on – provided the pair can convince regulators that the deal will not stifle competition in the UK telecoms market. Do network consolidations mean better service for customers, or does fewer providers guarantee higher bills?
How CPaaS is transforming enterprise communications
Communications-Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS) offers businesses pre-built applications, customisation options, and scalability without the need for costly infrastructure. How can businesses leverage CPaaS to enhance customer experiences, reduce costs, and facilitate growth in new markets?
Does the Online Safety Bill spell the end for WhatsApp in the UK?
The Online Safety Bill is back, putting end-to-end encryption in the UK under risk in the name of child safety. Why could the bill lead to WhatsApp leaving the country, and is there another way to protect users and their private communications?
The future of living: how digital BSS is the key to smart city monetisation
Smart cities promise to revolutionise modern urban living for billions of people worldwide. Richard Doughty sorts the truths from the urban myths about smart cities, and looks at the future of connected urban spaces, from the jungles of Borneo to the sands of Saudi Arabia.
Pay it their way: the impact of mid-contract price rises on phone & internet bills
As millions of UK customers face a shocking mid-contract price rise this month, in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis, why are telcos allowed to get away with this, and will actions being taken to protect customers measure up?
Top Five Telecom Trends for 2023 – as voted for by you
The results are in! The top telecoms industry trends for 2023 as voted for by Cerillion’s followers on social media. How will artificial intelligence, the cost-of-living crisis, smart city developments and Open APIs leave their indelible mark on the sector over the next 12 months?
The B-Word: why are high-profile blockchain projects failing?
The recent failures of large-scale blockchain projects by both the Australian Securities Exchange and a joint IBM / Maersk shipping platform have spotlighted the difficulties of such major transformations. What lessons can telecoms companies learn when pursuing their own blockchain ventures?