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Company Current Perspective Vision
AT&T Positive Positive
Belgacom International Carrier Services Neutral/Positive Positive
BT Global Telecom Markets Positive Positive
Cable & Wireless Neutral/Positive Positive
COLT Telecom Positive Positive
Deutsche Telekom, ICSS Neutral/Positive Neutral/Positive
France Telecom Group Wholesale Solutions Positive Positive
Global Crossing Positive Positive
Interoute Neutral/Positive Neutral/Positive
Level 3 Neutral/Positive Positive
Telecom Italia Sparkle Positive Positive
Telefonica International Wholesale Services (TIWS) Positive Positive
TeliaSonera International Carrier (TSIC) Neutral/Positive Neutral/Positive
Verizon Partner Solutions/Verizon International Partner Solutions Positive Positive
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Cable & Wireless 6/10/2008
Company Strengths and Weaknesses
Excerpt from Company Strengths
• Internationally, Cable & Wireless is positioning itself as a leading supplier of advanced global Ethernet services with highly scalable bandwidth, particularly to markets in Asia and the Middle East which are demanding less expensive and flexible connectivity.
Excerpt from Company Weaknesses
• Following the withdrawal from nine national markets in Europe, Cable & Wireless is limited to selling data services between highly competitive Tier 1 and 2 cities and on undersea routes.
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AT&T
AT&T is a strong global wholesale provider with a solid reputation. The carrier’s ongoing efforts to expand its global network and enhance its services (e.g., VoIP and Ethernet) and customer support will further strengthen its market position. (5/7/2008)

  
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Belgacom International Carrier Services
Belgacom ICS has a strong position in the mobile segment and it is growing its share with new product initiatives. As pricing of voice and bandwidth remains under pressure, it needs to strengthen its market position by moving up the value chain. (5/16/2008)

  
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BT Global Telecom Markets
BT’s plans to refocus Global Telecom Markets on growth- oriented ‘new wave’ wholesale services are being affected by the credit crunch, but its strong sales pipeline and revenue targets suggest confidence in the strategy. (4/18/2008)

  
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Cable & Wireless
Cable & Wireless is strengthening its presence in Asia Pacific, where it has historic links, making a significant investment in sales and network expansion. It will face stiff competition from emerging players in the region. (6/10/2008)

  
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COLT Telecom
COLT achieved profitability in 2007 and it is making good progress in selling solutions to help other carriers expand their coverage in Europe. COLT’s solid pan-European network and high quality of service remain its key strengths. (5/14/2008)

  
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Deutsche Telekom, ICSS
Deutsche Telekom ICSS is moving ahead rapidly with an innovative vision of IP-enabled wholesale services, but it must still demonstrate customer take-up of such advanced, value-added services. (5/27/2008)

  
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France Telecom Wholesale Solution
France Telecom Group Wholesale Solutions is a stable international wholesale services provider serving many internal and external customers. The carrier’s global presence and its comprehensive range of services are key selling points. (3/17/2008)

  
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Global Crossing
Global Crossing is making good progress in consolidating its product set across an expanding footprint and setting new benchmarks for customer service and partner support but it should keep these capabilities at the forefront of a demanding market. (6/13/2008)

  
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Interoute
Interoute is a well-established wholesale provider in Europe with a solid network connecting major cities. The company is poised to benefit from the growing demand for VoIP and Ethernet services. (1/15/2008)

  
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Level 3
Level 3 is still feeling the after-effects of consolidating seven acquisitions in quick succession but is rising to the challenge of growing demand and expects to reach cash flow breakeven point in 2008. (6/10/2008)

  
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Telecom Italia Sparkle
TI Sparkle is a strong international wholesale player with solid global coverage. TI Sparkle’s focus on product innovation and delivering turnkey solutions will help the company to maintain its competitiveness. (6/19/2008)

  
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Telefonica International Wholesale Services (TIWS)
Telefónica International Wholesale Services has a compelling portfolio backed by extensive presence in Spain and Latin America. However, the carrier needs to enhance its presence in the Mediterranean basin, Eastern Europe and Asia. (3/11/2008)

  
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TeliaSonera International Carrier (TSIC)
TSIC is continuing a relentless programme of international network expansion, but it needs to plug gaps in Asia and the Middle East to achieve its goal of becoming one of the top three global IP players by 2010. (3/25/2008)

  
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Verizon Partner Solutions/Verizon International Partner Solutions
Verizon has started 2008 with plans for network expansion in the U.S. and internationally and the launch of services that will reduce capital and operating costs while expanding service capabilities. (3/7/2008)

  
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    • -Current Perspective
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  • Current Perspective
    • Our analysts give their assessment on whether or not the company has the technology, products & services and management team needed to compete in its markets.
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Current Perspective

Overall company assessment relative to competitors across all markets in which they compete.

Very Positive: Company has strong position now, or on way to certain success if continue to execute as planned. Leader in multiple areas (e.g., product quality, market share, distribution channels, lower cost)
Positive: Positive opinion on firm, technology, products/services and/or management team. Well-positioned now and could be strong competitor in the near future.
Neutral: No strong opinions regarding the company. Can occupy niche or segment that is relatively stable.
Negative: Losing ground in multiple areas, must take corrective actions immediately in order to prevent total failure (e.g., bankruptcy).
Very Negative: Decreasing sales, slipping market share, delayed product or services cycles. Can’t overcome current problems within the next 12 months.
Status

Relative position of the company against its competitors.

Mature: In business long enough to have legacy product/ service base, and stable customer base.
Established: Stable product and/or service base – and stable customer base – can survive market turmoil.
Emerging: Delivering actual product but still a relatively small player in the market.
Startup: Pre-product or service.
Momentum

General direction of the company relative to others in the industry.

Very Positive: Quickly establishing a market-leading position in both sales and industry-buzz.
Positive: Gaining market share, gaining positive perception among market watchers (investors, customers).
Neutral: Holding steady, no real gain or decline in market movement.
Negative: Beginning to lose market share and market leadership (perceived or actual).
Very Negative: Steep decline in market share or industry leadership (perceived or actual).
Future Vision

How well the company understands the direction of the market, including customer requirements, business and social changes and innovation.

Very Positive: When company talks, market listens carefully. Offers innovations consistently and management team respected for ability to shape markets.
Positive: Clearly communicates overall vision and plans for the market, occasionally offers ground-breaking direction to the overall market.
Neutral: Neither market leader nor follower, company’s communication of vision is uninspiring.
Negative: Poor communication and/or execution of strategic vision. Changes “vision story” frequently, appears indecisive on how to approach market(s).
Very Negative: Consistently follows the market leaders, fails to communicate strategic vision, very little understanding of customer and market requirements.

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