The Unstoppable Demand for ‘Always On’ Connectivity

Posted by Lisa Murray, Director, Corporate Communications on 9/25/23 12:38 PM

CCA Voice Magazine Logo cropped-3In an era where people are constantly seeking connection and living an "always on" mobile life, the demand for uninterrupted connectivity continues to grow. The battle for "coverage equality" has shifted to a fight for a "connected reality" as individuals and businesses rely on mobile devices for communication, commerce, and data mining. Mobile connection is having a tremendous impact on our lives and the demand is becoming unstoppable.

The Convergence of Connection and Connectivity

Today, the concept of being constantly connected has transitioned from a mere desire to an integral part of everyday life. Individuals update their statuses, share their locations, post content, and seek validation through likes and interactions. Simultaneously, businesses leverage mobile networks to establish connections, facilitate sales, communicate effectively, and provide customer care. As a result, carriers now find themselves immersed in a competitive environment where they need networks and solutions that offer the utmost reliability and extensive connectivity to position themselves at the center of this fast-evolving ecosystem.

The Unstoppable Demand for ‘Always On’ ConnectivityPeople crave the ability to stay continuously connected, which is what drives the demand for seamless coverage. At the same time, their reliance on a constant mobile connection has demonstrated the necessity for uninterrupted coverage. As the pursuit of uninterrupted connectivity intensifies, enterprises will undoubtedly pursue partnerships with carriers who can provide the utmost comprehensive and dependable networks and solutions to assist their growth and profitability. So, it only makes sense for carriers to leverage emerging communication channels that will concurrently help them generate revenue.

Capturing Revenue Opportunities

It comes as no surprise that messaging stands out as one of the most prevalent communication channels, as it seamlessly integrates with the ever-connected nature of our lives. Carriers can capitalize on the rising demand for "always on" connectivity and unlock revenue potential through RCS business messaging (RBM). By partnering with businesses, carriers can offer value-added services within RCS messages, such as targeted advertising, promotions, and transactional capabilities. With new supplementary revenue streams, carriers can not only bolster their network infrastructure investments, but also expand coverage and enhance capacity to effectively cater to the escalating connectivity demand. The rise of innovative monetization opportunities plays a pivotal role in nurturing business expansion, fostering partnerships, and promoting collaborations across various industries. In the end, the capacity to generate revenue through RBM not only enables carriers to address the evolving user demands but also guarantees a resilient and dependable network infrastructure for seamless "always on" connectivity.

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Topics: Messaging, Rich Messaging, Mobile Messaging, RCS Business Messaging, Operator Revenue, Connectivity, coverage equality