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"Survey
respondents indicated that a budget allotment similiar to 2003
spending for communications equipment and services was in place
for 2004, and 75% indicated that a increase in spending was predicted.
Over one third (33%) of those indicating an expanded telecom budget
in 2004 expected the increase to exceed 30% over the next few
years."
Utilities
spent $2.8 billion on telecommunications services and products
in 2003.
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--- Nearly 90% of utility's telecommunications spending is projected
to occur in the areas of transport, LAN/WAN, Internal Voice Systems,
leased lines and SCADA.
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most significant industry trend noted by utility members is migration
to IP networks. This movement affects every aspect of communications
networks, including digital microwave and WAN/LAN. The proliferation
of services enabled by abundant available bandwidth further drives
IP networks deployment. For example, applications made available
through broadband and substation automation quickly are regarded
as operating necessities.
Pricing
UTC Member Price - $1,995
UTC Non-member Price - $2,495
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