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North Africa Com
The region’s largest telecommunications event to examine growth strategies in a dynamic market
Perfect networking and informative sessions
We met the people we wanted to meet from all of the local operators - a great success!
North AfricaCom is the largest telecommunication event specifically designed for operators and telecoms professionals.
With 35 expert speakers, 700 communications professionals and a 50-stand exhibition in 2007, this event is the best opportunity for you to learn from your colleagues' experiences in other countries and find out the latest solutions that can improve your business.
Why you should attend this event
- Refine your strategies with CEO-level insights from the region's leading experts - over 35 high-level speakers over 2 days in 2007
- Network with over 750 telecoms professionals representing operators, regulators, service providers, vendors and investors from across the region and internationally
- Engage and question thought leaders via panel discussions and Q&A sessions on the key issues in North Africa's communications market, and influence its future direction
- See tomorrow's technology solutions showcased in an extensive networking exhibition covering the entire value chain
Our bespoke on-line networking tool enhances the at-show experience and facilitates post-show follow-up.
Hear from Expert Speakers Including:
Have a revolutionary or challenging view-point to put across? Want to be recognised as an influential force in the industry?
If so, apply to be part of our illustrious speaker panel by contacting the relevant North AfricaCom team-member below together with a brief 50 word synopsis of your topic proposal:
Operators / Entertainment Companies / Independents
For non-vendor speaking opportunities, please contact: julie.rey@informa.com
Vendors
For vendor speaking opportunities, please contact: gloria.sandrucci@informa.com
Day 1 Tuesday 14 October 2008 Keynote Sessions 09.00 – 13.10
Maximising Investment in North Africa - Mergers, Acquisitions, Licences, and Future Opportunities
- External Companies Securing Future Revenue through Investment in North Africa
- Successful Investment in Pan-African Partnerships
- Realising the Benefits of North African Companies Investing in Other Markets
- Market Overview of 2008 North Africa
- What Licence Opportunities Remain in North Africa?
- Panel Discussion: Regulatory Strategies to Drive Further Progress in North Africa's Communications
STREAM A: 14.30 – 17.20
Monetising the Evolution of Technology in North Africa
- Driving the Uptake of WCDMA
- Realising the Profitability of CDMA
- Either: Assessing the Business Case for HSPA and LTE. Or: How to Make Mobile Content Profitable
- - What is the Potential for WiMAX in North Africa?
STREAM B 14.30 – 17.20
Innovative Services to Drive Revenue
- Profiting from VAS
- How to Make Mobile Content Profitable
- What are the Opportunities for Mobile TV in North Africa?
- Offering Mobile Payment & Banking Services
- Assessing the Possibility of Regional and International Roaming
Day 2 Wednesday 15 October 2008 Keynote Sessions 09.00 – 13.10
Driving the Advances of Technologies in North Africa – Strategies for Improved Internet Access
- Progress for Wire-line Internet Across North Africa
- Driving ARPU Through Broadband Services
- Improving Internet Access Strategies Through Technology Investment
- Approaching Local Businesses and Markets as an International Group
- Managing Existing and New Partnerships in North Africa
- Finding a Suitable Business Model for Deploying Converged Services
STREAM A 14.30 – 15.45
Profitable Network Management
- Achieving a Low cost Network Deployment in North Africa
- Managed Services: Outsourcing Key Network Functions
- Lowering CapEx and OpEx Through Network Sharing
STREAM B 14.30 – 15.45
Effective Commercial Strategies
- Profitable Marketing Campaigns for North African Markets
- Branding Strategies: Local vs. International
- Entrance Strategies for MVNOs into North Africa
Special Features:
Testimonials
"GSM>3G North Africa enabled us to do business with the region's C-level operator representatives."LS, Nokia
"The event is successful! We are very satisfied and will participate next year!"LM, Huawei
"We met the people we wanted to meet from all of the local operators - a great success!"JT, Jaybeam Wireless
"To be a part of the show has proved to be an important part of our marketing activities in the region'"CH, Kathrein
"Lots of exposure to North Africa carrier (targeted market), mainly Tunisian operators. Result very positive."GA, Nexus Telecom
"Quality of speakers and attendees face-to-face was the best."HAK, Alan Dick
"Very good place to network with North African operators."JA, Arab Advisors Group
"A great networking opportunity with a thorough overview of market issues"MW, Etisalat
"Perfect and up to date conference which puts all the leaders in one room to share the experience, vision and best practices"MHB, IT Soft
"It is an excellent opportunity for networking and to get in contact with high authorities to better understand their plans for new technologies"KSZ, Mobinil
"An excellent opportunity to be updated in a nutshell of what is happening in the region"SI, Mobinil
"It is an opportunity to have a clear picture on the mobile landscape in the region"HE, Vodafone
"Variety of topics that are of importance to all industry players"NL, Nokia
"Informative and fruitful"AA, Vodafone
Registration
Register online or contact:
Customer Service Team
Tel: +44 (0)20 7017 5506
Fax: +44 (0)20 7017 4747
telebookings@informa.com
Sponsorship & Exhibition
To discuss opportunities, contact:
Gloria Sandrucci
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7017 5253
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7017 5657
gloria.sandrucci@informa.com
Network Operator Registration
Register online or contact:
Michelle Eng Leang
Tel: +44 (0)20 7017 5333
Fax: +44 (0)20 7017 5657
michelle.engleang@informa.com
Marketing & Press Contact
For more information, contact:
Veronika Pete
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7017 5818
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7017 4966
veronika.pete@informa.com
