Strategic Scout skills include regulation, business planning and market analysis:

Regulation
We understand the regulation of telecommunications. We have worked for regulators to help them develop policy. We have lobbied on behalf of our clients to get the regulations changed, and we have advised our clients how to develop a profitable business, given the regulatory constraints. We have applied for licences and pride ourselves in getting licences awarded in record time.

Business planning
We understand how to develop business plans for telecommunications ventures. Our plans have been for licence applications, and to demonstrate viability and support funding. Our financial models enable our clients to understand the sensitivity of their venture to changing conditions. This is particularly important given the current downturn in the market.

Market analysis
A robust business plan and an understanding of the significance of regulation must be underpinned by a thorough understanding of the market. We have observed, and experienced first hand, the transition from monopoly to competitive marketplace across Europe. As a result, we understand how to segment the telecommunications market. Our knowledge is based on contacts and interviews with key market players (operators, manufacturers, regulators, clients …) Our skills have been used to identify user requirements, specify products, quantify the size of the market and develop a marketing strategy to ensure that our clients meet their sales and profit targets.