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A sector brimming with challenges and opportunities, from 5G to big data

Those who want to keep pace with new challenges, unique growth opportunities and promising future trends and developments as market players in the telecom, energy and utilities sectors must keep a close eye on the following themes: 

  • Huge network investments to respond to growing customer needs, sustainability requirements and new business opportunities (such as the rollout of fibre or 5G or the renewal of outdated utility infrastructure).
  • New collaborations (through partnerships, joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, etc.) between actors in this sector, in order to improve operational and financial efficiency through economies of scale.
  • Increasing focus on risk management to protect the organisation’s value and strengthen resilience.
  • Additional pressure from policymakers and regulators to improve the cost and quality of services and increase cooperation between actors. 

The telecom, energy and utilities sectors are sectors brimming with opportunities, including:

  • New joint ventures and other partnerships, creating a further wave of consolidation in the sector 
  • Rollout of new infrastructure, both in terms of digital services (see, for example, 5G and fibre network) and utilities (such as water supply) 
  • The impact of sustainability requirements on the business model of utilities, including the switch from fossil to green energy and the evolution towards decentralised production of electricity 
  • New tax incentives for R&D investments 
  • Increasing need for digitalisation and automation tools, such as for asset management (towards a smoother asset inventory and maintenance procedure) 

How BDO can help

To seize new growth opportunities, companies in this sector must:

  • Gain expertise in improving the roll-out of large infrastructure projects, focusing on defining implementation processes, implementation management and project management. 
  • Invest in processes for operational excellence: using lean management to reduce production costs and improve productivity and service quality. 
  • Use third-party assurance reporting to maintain the confidence of regulators.  
  • Invest in expertise for digital transformation processes, including a focus on a solid Cyber Security strategy. 

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Why choose BDO

How does BDO make a difference for entrepreneurs operating in telecom, energy and utility services?

  • Our experts can provide advice and guidance in both breadth and depth. Thanks to a multidisciplinary approach - from audit, accountancy and tax over risk advisory to digital and sustainability advice - we are a one-stop shop for every client. The international network of our own branches, partners and customers also generate additional know-how. 
  • Through our partnership with Odot, expert in energy management and trading, we are shifting up a gear in terms of consultancy in energy management for organisations.

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