Possible scenarios for cloud-based offering by operators

A reason that many operators are introducing a cloud computing and SaaS in their offerings is to stay competitive and not to lose their business. One of the great advantages of cloud is scalability, faster time to market and less risk to launch a new service, which brings operators in position where they don't need any more to invest in a huge installed base and spent on CAPEX (Capital expenditures) in order to be profitable. The paper gives overview of telecommunication operator position in cloud computing market and how end users can benefit out them.