The economic impact of telecommunications infrastructure on economic growth is enormous. Studies on the impact of ICT have indicated approximately a third of economic growth can be attributed to telecommunications.
Education
Distance learning methods often involve rich audio-visual content customised to individual/community needs. Delivery of this content must be provided through a network which supports intensive data requirements, such as the high bandwidth connectivity enabled through broadband technologies.
Avanti Consulting has designed and implemented projects deploying satellite broadband for e-learning trials in Europe and Africa for both Government and Non-Governmental Organisations. Various governments are now planning larger scale deployments to support education of students at various ages and subjects.