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- Changing communication strategies: New roles for mail
This report provides insights into the changes occurring in the communication market of the United States, focusing on the business-to-consumer communication relationships and on the role that mail can play in this evolving situation. The new attitude and requirements of consumers and the new technology context are the driving forces shaping the strategies of the business.
- Corporate social responsibility in France, Germany, Hungary and the United Kingdom
These 12 case studies look at how European companies are developing models of best practice in the field of working and employment conditions and corporate social responsibility (CSR). The companies selected are from four countries - France, Germany, Hungary and the United Kingdom - and cover sectors as diverse as the automotive, chemical, financial services, post and telecommunications, petrochemical and steel sectors. Restructuring and subcontracting were two specific issues highlighted in all case studies.
- EMCC dossier on the European telecoms sector
In less than two decades, Europe’s telecoms sector has moved from a nation-based industry, monopolised by public telecommunications operators to a free market system, operating on an international scale. The European Commission has played a key role in promoting market liberalisation through its regulatory regime. This EMCC dossier provides an in-depth analysis of the trends and forces driving change in the sector, using a compilation of relevant reports, company case studies and scenarios to give a comprehensive insight into a continuously evolving industry.
- European Regulators Group
The European Regulators Group (ERP) for electronic communication networks and services was set up by the European Commission in 2002. Its role is to advise and assist the Commission in consolidating the internal market in this area. It provides a mechanism for cooperation and coordination between relevant national regulatory authorities and the Commission.
- European Audiovisual Observatory
Based in Strasbourg, France, the European Audiovisual Observatory was established in 1992 as a European public service body. Consisting of 35 member states and the European Community, it is principally concerned with the collection and dissemination of information on the audiovisual industry in Europe. Its portal provides access to reports, legal texts, publications, databases, news and bulletins.
- European Competitive Telecommunications Association
Based in the United Kingdom, the European Competitive Telecommunications Association (ECTA) is the pan-European trade association of the telecommunications industry. Among its objectives are: the fostering of market liberalisation and competition; the representation of the telecommunications industry to European regulatory bodies and institutions; and the maintenance of a forum for networking and business development.
- Information and communication technologies sector - what future?
Sector Futures are specialised, targeted reports using findings from existing foresight studies, scenario work, innovation studies and reliable data sources. December 2003 features the third and last article in the series on the future of information and communication technologies (ICT). It focuses on policy issues for the future of the sector.
- Institut de l’Audiovisuel et des Télécommunications en Europe (IDATE)
IDATE is a European consultancy which specialises in the analysis of information and communication technologies sectors. The institute conducts a wide range of studies looking at the impact of market developments, regulations and technologies on the field of telecommunications, media industries and the Internet.
- Internet in a transition economy: Hungary case study
A comprehensive report on the telecommunications sector in Hungary, focussing on the Internet market, its origins, developments and main features in terms of content, tariffs, access and regulations. The report also reviews the degree of incorporation of information technologies in government, education, health and eBusiness activities.
- International Telecommunication Union
Based in Geneva, Switzerland, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is a long-standing international organisation that has developed its role over time to meet the changing requirements of the communication industry. Within its three main areas of activities (radiocommunication, telecommunication standardisation and telecommunication development), ITU sets standards and develops technical documents, manuals, guidelines and reports.
- Managing business internationalisation
In a seminar organised for members of its Company Network, the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions explored business practices in the context of companies expanding their operations to new external markets in Europe and elsewhere. The seminar 'Managing business internationalisation’ was held in Brussels, Belgium on 12-13 March 2003. Four companies from Germany, Ireland, Spain and Sweden presented their approach and experience to an audience of 35 participants representing a wide range of stakeholder groups (employers, trade unionists, government representatives, change agents and academics) from 11 EU Member States and acceding countries.
- Managing large-scale restructuring: Swedish Postal Services
Few industries have experienced such fundamental changes as the postal services since the 1990s. This case study examines the downsizing strategy of the Swedish Postal Services, Posten AB, which is an example of a long-term and ongoing restructuring process. It focuses on the development of the Futurum Programme in 2000, a separate outplacement service of Posten, which aims to facilitate a faster and smoother restructuring process. There are clear benefits to each participating employee and hence the negative effects associated with long dismissal notices are minimised.
- Postal services portal
This portal by the European Commission’s DG Internal Market provides an overview of the European postal services, focusing on the regulatory framework of the sector and on the standardisation process. It includes links to policy and regulatory documents, sectoral research and studies, news and major stakeholder organisations.
- Regulatory authorities in south-east Europe
This report is part of the stability pact for south-eastern Europe, and focuses on the role of the regulatory systems within the restructuring of the energy and telecommunications sectors of south-eastern European countries. Both policy and institutional issues are addressed; an overview of the utility sectors in these and other OECD countries is provided, together with a description of existing regulatory authorities in terms of resources, independence, accountability and coordination.
- Regulatory reform in Poland: From transition to new regulatory challenges in the postal and energy sectors
This report is one of a series prepared by the OECD within the framework of its regulatory reform programme. It provides an overview of Poland’s postal and energy sectors. The latter is analysed in four segments: oil, coal, electricity and gas. This country review also includes recommendations for the future development of the competition framework of these sectors.
- The future of telecommunications - still in Europe?
Anticipating change in the telecoms sector from the perspective of the broad trends and drivers of change is the theme of EMCC’s next workshop in Montpellier, France, on 26-27 May 2005. ‘The future of telecommunications - still in Europe?’ will reflect on strategies for change, and consider survival and growth within the sector during the next 10 years.
- The future of telecommunications - still in Europe?
Anticipating change in the telecoms sector, and the implications for employment, was the subject of a two-day workshop, organised by the European Monitoring Centre on Change (EMCC) in Montpellier, France, on 26-27 May 2005. Policymakers and representatives from the social partners attended the event, which benefited from significant participation from the new Member States. Led by expert speakers, the participants examined the sector’s key drivers and trends, and looked at scenarios likely to shape future development. Assessing the possible implications for the industry’s structure, as well as for employment and working conditions, the workshop highlighted a number of issues for private and public sector actors.
- The role of competence and qualification development in fostering workforce mobility
In a seminar organised for members of its Company Network, the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions discussed the role of competence and qualification development in fostering workforce mobility. The seminar was held in Thessaloniki on 9-10 November 2006, and was organised by the European Monitoring Centre on Change (EMCC) in cooperation with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (CEDEFOP). The introductory presentations summarised the policy context and the results of recent research on mobility in Europe. The second part of the seminar highlighted initiatives undertaken at European and national level aimed at promoting the transparency and recognitions of qualifications of employees. The final session discussed the implications of these policy objectives for employers and employees. Four companies – Electricité de France Group (France), the Bank of Cyprus (Cyprus), Telefónica S.A (Spain) and Neorion Syros Shipyards (Greece) – presented their approach to the competence development and mobility of their employees.
EMCC is a project of the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions.
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