Telefónica Strategy & Change – Page 9
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Strategy & ChangeDrillisch ‘not giving up’ on network plans
Prospective new MNO in tight spot over 5G ambitions.
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PremiumTelefónica to integrate DTS
Operating business said to be moving to next stage of TV asset tidy-up.
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Strategy & ChangeVivo commits to investment through crisis
Brazil CEO Christian Gebara cautiously optimistic on progress of joint investment plans despite potential impact of the coronavirus outbreak. FTTP rollout undertaken in conjunction with American Tower said to be progressing serenely in current circumstances. Telefónica|Vivo’s operational strength may also tempt more service providers to consider signing ...
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Strategy & ChangeGroup sees Millicom Costa Rica withdrawal as a bit rich
Telefónica threatens legal action after late-hour back-out by buyer.
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Strategy & ChangeO2 UK cuts ties with Carphone Warehouse
Retailer’s pre-COVID-19 strategic retreat from the High Street, and resistance towards sales volume targets, matched with growing O2 emphasis on its own channels, prompted the breakdown of an already strained relationship.
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Strategy & ChangeTelefónica Peru shareholding ownership switched, remains within Group
Group completed the transfer of a 50.22% shareholding in Telefónica Peru from Telefónica Latinoamérica Holding to Latin America Cellular Holdings.
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Strategy & ChangeTelefónica maintains its links as markets adapt
SME suppliers in Spain thrown an early lifeline as Group takes steps to keep supply chain moving. O2 Germany reopening stores and account switching restrictions are eased in Spain. O2 UK focuses on supporting health services, but engineers at risk as 5G conspiracy suspicions lead to vandalism and assaults. ...
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PremiumTelefónica Transformation: ahead of schedule but hitting a bump
Digital services revenue hits 17% revenue increase year-on-year, with the bulk coming from video services. Telefónica Infra remains barebones, but the future looks promising.
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Strategy & ChangeTelefónica steps up response to coronavirus crisis
Group-wide commitments made to maintaining network capacity in light of changing demand. Cisco and Microsoft partnerships enabling additional enterprise customer support. Consumer benefits include temporary free content and information access, and leeway on data use. Cooperation with public administrations and local rivals seen across the Telefónica footprint.
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Strategy & ChangeTelefónica hits ground running with restructuring plans
Hispanoamérica expected to be put on a par with Partners Program operators as Group prepares for sale and encourages local independence. Latin American billionaires float a majority stake acquisition of local assets, with Telefónica a minority shareholder, but individual OB sales still a prospect. Morgan Stanley working on Telefónica ...
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PremiumÁlvarez Pallete into 5th gear on Telefónica transformation
‘Big Four’ operating businesses of Brazil, Germany, Spain and UK to be the focus of the Group, with Latin America operationally isolated, and potentially spun-off. New divisions Telefónica Infra and Telefónica Tech created. The former handling physical assets with Telxius as its cornerstone, while Telefónica Tech will drive commercial ...
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Strategy & ChangeTelefónica sells flagship Barcelona real estate
Telefónica Group sold its Catalonia Square building in Barcelona for €100m to Spanish entrepreneur Daniel Maté.
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Strategy & ChangeTelefónica Argentina joins rivals at business roundtable
Movistar formed a Business Roundtable for the ICT Industry, together with rivals Claro and Telecom Argentina.
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Strategy & ChangeWayra re-org in Latin America
Telefónica Open Future is reportedly restructuring its Wayra startup accelerator in Latin America, and is set to shutter its facilities in Chile, Peru, Mexico, and Venezuela, and consolidate its operations in Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia.
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Strategy & ChangeVivo updates BSS to improve service to enterprises
Ongoing work with NEC’s Netcracker will see Telefónica|Vivo upgrade its systems for selling to, and supporting, enterprise customers.
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Strategy & ChangeTelefónica accelerates transformation as market worries
Accelerated transformation unveiled to ease investor worries prompted by Latin American turbulence and uncertainty on prospect of profit from digital transformation. Mast monetisation expected to provide €360m profit boost, with action to be taken within coming year. While Telxius expansion a clear path to raising funds, other options are ...
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Suppliers & SCMO2 named as supplier for new public sector framework
Telefónica UK (O2 UK) was named as a supplier on the Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) new Network Services 2 (NS2) framework, which covers all telecoms services offered to the public sector and non-profit organisations.
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Strategy & ChangeMexico gets new CEO as Telefónica Group drives on
Prospect of a Telefónica Mexico sale recedes as a new CEO is introduced with a brief to reenergise the stagnating operating business. Aya is a Telefónica Colombia veteran with experience in developing innovative commercial offerings in pursuit of a convergence customer base.
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PremiumMovistar Chile progresses with 4G network upgrade
SIAE is establishing itself as a significant partner for network expansion in remote areas.
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Strategy & ChangeTelefónica Chile’s headquarters up for sale
Telefónica Chile has put its Santiago headquarters on the market.