Operators who deploy fiber will likely be surpassing their traditional cable competitors when it comes to billboard speeds. Obviously, that puts them at a perceived competitive advantage among potential subscribers. Nevertheless, going beyond competing simply on speed is where fiber providers will have to focus. Providers will have to provide the best in-home experience, making sure that the CPE they provide delivers WiFi coverage throughout a subscriber’s home, but also gives them the ability to remotely monitor and manage that device without having to roll a truck unless absolutely necessary
by Jeff Heynen, Vice President & Analyst, Dell’Oro Group
