With the contribution
of spectrum being so important to the national economy, an efficient
allocation of spectrum should be maintained between different sectors
and applications to maximise its value. Using spectrum pricing
as a means of motivating spectrum re-distribution is becoming increasingly
attractive to some regulators.
To set an effective spectrum price requires regulatory authorities
to take account of:
- The actual value of spectrum and its potential utility to other
users
- The actual motivational impact of pricing on spectrum users
Without taking account of both of these aspects, inappropriate
prices may be set that at best might result in no transfer of spectrum
ownership to better users, and at worst might stifle the industries
it is intended to optimise.
Quotient’s skills in spectrum
valuation and regulatory
impact assessment can help regulatory authorities
put in place an effective spectrum pricing regime, or assist
user groups to better understand their industry and present
a case for a pricing level most appropriate to the specific
needs of their industry.
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