Satellite & Earth Communication Systems Services Procurement Category Market Research Report from IBISWorld Has Been Updated
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 09, 2015 -- Satellite and earth communication systems services have a buyer power score of 4.3 out of 5. This score reflects a positive purchasing environment for buyers, primarily stemming from falling service prices and low price volatility. In the three years to 2014, service prices have decreased due to the technological improvements in satellite communication systems and consistently declining costs for inputs such as semiconductors and other electronic components, says IBISWorld analyst Deonta Smith. Moreover, major suppliers have invested heavily in research and development (R&D) to improve the performance of satellite communication technology and to make it more cost effective. In particular, large vendors have made substantial investments in R&D as they strive to offer the highest-quality services at competitive prices to increase their market share, which in turn benefits buyers.
Over the next three years, prices are expected to continue declining as satellite communication technology improves. At the same time, prices for inputs such as semiconductors and electronic components will continue to fall, prompting satellite communication service providers to reduce prices further to compete, continues Smith. Declining input prices are expected to reduce operating costs for suppliers, which will be passed onto buyers in the form of lower service prices. However, price reductions will be limited by rising demand for satellite communication services.
In spite of overall high buyer power, some factors limit a buyer's ability to negotiate. For example, market share concentration is moderate due to the significant level of capital investments required to enter the market. Thus, buyer power is harmed because supplier options are limited. Moderate switching costs also limit buyer power; buyers looking to switch suppliers may face early termination fees. For more information, visit IBISWorld’s Satellite & Earth Communication Systems Services procurement category market research report page.
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IBISWorld Procurement Report Key Topics
This report is intended to assist buyers of satellite and earth communication systems services. Suppliers in this market provide telecommunications connections (e.g. navigation, VoIP and SMS) via satellite for consumers and businesses that do not have access to wired or cellular networks. The services are offered through large companies, as well as small-size resellers that make satellite communication systems available to buyers. Buyers include businesses operating abroad and the government, including military agencies. This report does not include direct-to-home satellite television services.
Executive Summary 
Pricing Environment 
 Price Fundamentals 
 Benchmark Price 
 Pricing Model 
 Price Drivers 
 Recent Price Trend 
 Price Forecast 
Product Characteristics 
 Product Life Cycle 
 Total Cost of Ownership 
 Product Specialization 
 Substitute Goods 
 Regulation 
 Quality Control 
Supply Chain & Vendors 
 Supply Chain Dynamics 
 Supply Chain Risk 
 Imports 
 Competitive Environment 
 Market Share Concentration 
 Market Profitability 
 Switching Costs 
Purchasing Process 
 Buying Basics 
 Buying Lead Time 
 Selection Process 
 Key RFP Elements 
Negotiation Questions 
Buyer Power Factors 
Key Statistics
About IBISWorld Inc. 
IBISWorld is one of the world's leading publishers of business intelligence, specializing in Industry research and Procurement research. Since 1971, IBISWorld has provided thoroughly researched, accurate and current business information. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, IBISWorld’s procurement research reports equip clients with the insight necessary to make better purchasing decisions, faster. Headquartered in Los Angeles, IBISWorld Procurement serves a range of business, professional service and government organizations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com or call 1-800-330-3772.
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