Over the next 3 weeks, companies across the communications sector will begin reporting third quarter (3Q17) results. Watch for telco progress The world has never been so reliant on secure communications, but the underlying market is in a bit of...read more
A little accounting background: To expense or capitalize R&D There’s an ongoing debate in accounting circles (yes, they argue) about whether R&D spending should be expensed or capitalized. Under US GAAP, R&D is expensed. Another s...read more
Background For several years, the telecom industry has faced a slow-growth climate. Telcos have adapted, cutting short-term costs as they position for longer-term cost reduction with efforts virtualization & software-defined networks. Most tel...read more