Australians ‘not ready for next-generation broadband’
BTN News
Tuesday, 10 December 2013
Despite living in the 'digital age', Australia is not prepared for the services possible using next generation broadband, according to the 'Broadband Impact and Challenges' report, by the Australian Centre for Broadband Innovation (ACBI).
"Although we are living in an increasingly digital age full of smart devices, tele-working and social networks, one in five Australian adults still does not use the internet," said ACBI director Colin Griffith.
"Across the board, we have found that giving people and businesses the skills and confidence to use broadband services effectively will not only have a positive impact on their quality of life and business success, but also create broader economic benefits."
The report also includes a number of insights to help prepare for some of the potential threats which next-generation broadband may bring.
"Along with its many benefits, next-generation broadband will also create challenges for Australia, accelerating disruption to businesses, jobs and services. If we are to mitigate the potential threats, then active leadership at all levels of society and across different organisations is needed to ensure that there is strategic investment in capacity building and innovation to help safeguard our digital future," said Griffith.
Australians ‘not ready for next-generation broadband’
BTN News
Tuesday, 10 December 2013
Despite living in the 'digital age', Australia is not prepared for the services possible using next generation broadband, according to the 'Broadband Impact and Challenges' report, by the Australian Centre for Broadband Innovation (ACBI).
"Although we are living in an increasingly digital age full of smart devices, tele-working and social networks, one in five Australian adults still does not use the internet," said ACBI director Colin Griffith.
"Across the board, we have found that giving people and businesses the skills and confidence to use broadband services effectively will not only have a positive impact on their quality of life and business success, but also create broader economic benefits."
The report also includes a number of insights to help prepare for some of the potential threats which next-generation broadband may bring.
"Along with its many benefits, next-generation broadband will also create challenges for Australia, accelerating disruption to businesses, jobs and services. If we are to mitigate the potential threats, then active leadership at all levels of society and across different organisations is needed to ensure that there is strategic investment in capacity building and innovation to help safeguard our digital future," said Griffith.
