Walid A. Zgallai
Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE
Title: Challenges and opportunities in wireless and telecommunications applications in the Middle East
Biography
Biography: Walid A. Zgallai
Abstract
There has been rapid development in the area of wireless telecommunications in the last few years. This in turn resulted in many applications that gained popularity. At the same time it provided affordable solutions to many consumers. It also provided services to those who wouldn’t have had that opportunity otherwise. This includes healthcare services and access to knowledge and information in rural areas. There are many challenges that faces the Middle East and the Arabian Gulf region in this area. The aim of this presentation is first to discuss those challenges. This will include the educational, research and development aspect. It will also cover the market and sales part. It will also cover the area of service, coverage, population, education, and policies to aid the spread of services. It will then assess the opportunities available in the market at the moment and provide an assessment for the future trends and impact on the expectations, the required investments, and the return expected.