Affects of mobile devices in rural areas
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Affects of mobile devices in rural areas S. Fernandes #6110392 March 5, 2011
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Affects of mobile devices in rural areas. S. Fernandes #6110392 March 5, 2011. 3 questions. Why are the rural areas important? What is information and why is it important? Are mobile telephones the most appropriate delivery for that information? . Why are rural areas important?. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Affects of mobile devices in rural areas
S. Fernandes#6110392
March 5, 2011
Why are the rural areas important? What is information and why is it
important? Are mobile telephones the most
appropriate delivery for that information?
3 questions
There are three for every four people that live in rural poor areas.
The value of mobile telephone services and the benefits that are associated with them are higher in rural areas.
Why are rural areas important?
Economists regard information as a critical element in efficient functioning markets.
There has been an increase in the rural demand for relevant and timely information and market knowledge
What is information and why is it important?
Mobile telephone services have become increasingly affordable and the coverage has seen an unprecedented growth.
It has become increasingly important as a means of two way communication in rural and non rural areas.
Are mobile telephones the most appropriate delivery for that information?
Region 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005World 31 21 22 24 23Americas 18 12 25 37 35Asia Pacific
45 32 26 23 21
Europe 26 14 16 21 20Middle East
36 20 23 27 33
USA/Canada
16 10 16 19 11
North Africa
64 32 36 49 70
Sub-Saharan Africa
59 48 47 54 49
Annual Growth in Mobile Subscriptions by World Regions (%)
Developing the communication infrastructure.
Developing locally relevant content which meets the needs of the poor.
Providing education and training programs in IT enables services to boost skills and training.
Needs of the developing world
Generation of GDP (Gross Domestic Product)
Job generation Increase in production and taxation revenue Enhance entrepreneurship Reduce information irregularities Reduce market inefficiencies
Impact of mobile telephones
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