Top 10 Asia Pacific telcos to ace non-connectivity in H1 2022 

Summary

TheFutureTelco report, "Top 10 Asia Pacific telcos to ace non-connectivity in H1 2022," examines how leading telecommunications operators in the Asia Pacific region are expanding their business beyond traditional connectivity services. As average revenue per user (ARPU) from core connectivity declines, telcos are prioritizing growth in non-connectivity segments such as enterprise solutions, content and media, e-commerce, and emerging digital services. This research benchmarks the top 10 telcos in the region based on their progress in non-connectivity revenue growth, using a methodology that analyzes absolute and percentage revenue changes, as well as the share of non-connectivity in total revenues. The report covers 40 telcos across 16 Asia Pacific countries, with a focus on the 25 operators that consistently report non-connectivity business performance. It details the four pillars of non-connectivity—enterprise business (including cloud, managed services, IoT, and cybersecurity), content and media (IPTV, OTT, pay TV), e-commerce, and other digital services such as financial technology, digital marketing, and telehealth. Readers will find insights into the strategies telcos use to diversify revenue streams, the role of partnerships with global content providers, and the impact of 5G on enterprise offerings. Key questions addressed include: Which telcos are leading in non-connectivity revenue growth? What business models and service categories are driving this expansion? How are regional differences shaping telco strategies in Asia Pacific? The report provides a comprehensive view for industry professionals seeking to understand the evolving landscape of telco business models beyond connectivity.