TFI Seminars, February 5-7, 2007: Forecasting/Broadband/Asset Valuation

Austin, Texas (PRWEB) December 7, 2006

With the tremendous growth of broadband customers and bandwidth becoming an important component of the plans of organizations, both in and out of the broadband industry, Technology Futures, Inc. (TFI) is pleased to announce three one-day seminars, “Technology Forecasting Mini Seminar,” “Broadband Futures Seminar,” and “Impacts of Broadband on Asset Valuation Symposium,” aimed at giving organizations the tools they need to get up to speed on the broadband future.

 

We would appreciate being included in any calendar or listing you have of upcoming events. Seminars Director, Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D., would also be pleased to give input toward articles relating to the trends in broadband and telecommunications that are changing the industry at a dramatic rate.

 

The Seminars Include:

 

(1) Technology Forecasting Mini Seminar, http://www.tfi.com/sems/public_tfms.html. A seminar covering general technology forecasting methods and techniques. February 5, 2007, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, Texas.

 

(2) Broadband Futures Seminar, http://www.tfi.com/sems/public_bf.html. A review of forecasts and insights regarding broadband and its applications. February 6, 2007, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, Texas.

 

(3) Impacts of Broadband on Asset Valuation Symposium, http://www.tfi.com/sems/public_ibt.html. A symposium for those involved in the financial side of broadband. February 7, 2007, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, Texas.

 

Seminars Director:

 

Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D. (President, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/vanstonl.html

Also featuring:

 

–John H. Vanston, Ph.D. (Chairman, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/vanstonj.html

–David Smith (Vice President, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/smithd.html

–Ray L. Hodges (Senior Consultant, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/hodges.html–Invited panelists to be announced

 

Price: $ 495 each or $ 1,295 for registering for all three.

 

For course topics, who should attend, and further information on these seminars, please click the links above. Complete details are also provided below this press release for your convenience.

 

Seminars Director Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D., is an internationally- recognized authority in the use of technology forecasting in the telecom industry. His research reports and forecasts are used and referenced extensively worldwide. The September 21, 1998 issue of “The Wall Street Journal” featured an in-depth interview entitled “Consultant’s Call: Lawrence Vanston Makes Some Pretty Bold Predictions for the Future of Telecommunications. He Has Been Right Before.” Notably, the predictions therein have likewise come true. His full bio is available at http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/vanstonl.html.

 

For nearly 30 years, TFI has helped organizations plan for the future by offering outstanding technology forecasting, strategic planning, trend analysis, and strategic market research services in high-technology and telecom technologies. Drawing on proven, quantifiable forecasting methods and strategic applications, we combine the vision of the futurist with the down-to-earth judgment of the technologist. Let us be “Your Bridge to the Future.”

 

We are always happy to comment on the subjects of technology and telecom trends. For a list of citations by our staff members, please see “TFI News” at http://www.tfi.com/pressroom/tfinews.html. For our “Press Room,” please see http://www.tfi.com/pressroom/index.html.

 

PRESS CONTACT: Please contact Ms. Carrie Vanston at (800) TEK-FUTR, (512) 258-8898, or by e-mail with questions about the seminars, and/or to arrange an interview with Dr. Vanston, or other technology and telecom experts at TFI.

 

Thank you for your attention.

 

December 2007

 

Technology Futures, Inc.

 

13740 Research Boulevard, Building C

 

Austin, TX 78750

 

(800) 835-3887 or (512) 258-8898

 

Fax: (512) 258-0087

 

http://www.tfi.com

 

Detailed descriptions of the 3 seminars above:

 

TFI Seminar Series:

 

(1) Technology Forecasting Mini Seminar, http://www.tfi.com/sems/public_tfms.html

 

~~Monday, February 5, 2007, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, Texas~~

 

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

Seminar Overview: This seminar provides a general introduction to the philosophy and methods behind TFI’s forecasts in fields such as communications, information technology, and consumer electronics. Representative quantitative and qualitative tools are covered, with an emphasis on practical understanding and practical examples, rather than on theory. Strategic and planning implications of forecasting models will also be stressed. Practical exercises are included to enhance learning. Participants are requested to bring a laptop computer for the quantitative exercises.

 

What you will gain:

 

–A toolbox of practical, proven forecasting techniques.

 

–The ability to project how rapidly new technologies will be adopted in

 

the marketplace.

 

–The ability to identify and evaluate emerging market needs.

 

–The ability to determine the rate of obsolescence for existing technologies.

 

–Interaction with other professionals involved in technology/market

 

forecasting.

 

You should attend this seminar if you are involved in:

 

–Identifying new business opportunities.

 

–Projecting advances in technology.

 

–Developing market strategies.

 

–Developing R&D and/or business plans.

 

–Analyzing competitive threats.

 

–Managing technology projects and programs.

 

–Depreciation and Valuation

 

Seminar Topics:

 

–Five Views of the Future(TM)

 

–Quantitative Methods–Substitution and Trend Analysis

 

–Practical Tips for Forecasting

 

–Applications of Quantitative Methods

 

–Expert Opinion Methods

 

–Nominal Groups and Impact Wheels

 

–Exercises

 

Seminar Leader:

 

–Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D. (President, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/vanstonl.html

Also featuring:

 

–John H. Vanston, Ph.D.(Chairman, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/vanstonj.html

–David Smith (Vice President, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/smithd.html

 

Price: $ 495 each day or $ 1,295 for all 3 days.

 

Seminar Location/Accommodations:

 

The Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, TX, http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=AUSDTHX. The TFI room rate is $ 139.00 per night, plus tax. A block of rooms will be held until January 15.

 

For further information and to register for this seminar, please click the links above, or contact us at (800) TEK-FUTR, (512) 258-8898, (800) TEK-FUTR, (512) 258-8898, or by e-mail.

 

(2) Broadband Futures Seminar, http://www.tfi.com/sems/public_bf.html

 

~~Tuesday, February 6, 2007, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, Texas~~

 

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

Seminar Overview:

 

This seminar is a review of forecasts and insights regarding broadband and its applications. Broadband is now generally recognized as the key to success in the communications industry. It is the focus of the convergence of voice, video, data and the Internet that is driving the competitive futurescape of the industry. The evolving role of wireless broadband is another key thread in the story. This seminar provides a comprehensive review of these trends and their driving forces, and provides TFI’s latest forecasts and insights regarding broadband and its applications including VoIP, IP Video, and wireless broadband.

 

This seminar would be of interest to the following organizations:

 

–Telcos

 

–Cable Companies

 

–Wireless Broadband Providers

 

–Equipment Manufacturers

 

–Content Providers

 

–Municipal Broadband Providers

 

–Utility Broadband Providers

 

–Internet Service Providers

 

You should attend this seminar if you are involved in:

 

–Strategic Planning

 

–Network Planning

 

–Technology Planning

 

–Finance

 

–Market Development

 

–Regulatory/Tax/Legal

 

–Depreciation and Assessment

 

Seminar Topics:

 

–Broadband Adoption Forecasts

 

–Forecasts for Increased Bandwidth

 

–IP Video Forecasts: IPTV, Internet Television, HD IP Video

 

–Farewell POTS: VoIP, Instant Messaging, and Integrated Applications

 

–Wireless Broadband: Competitor or Compliment?

 

–Multiple Aspects of Digital Convergence

 

–Comparison of Fiber-Based Access Alternatives

 

Seminar Director:

 

–Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D. (President, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/vanstonl.html

Also featuring:

 

–David Smith (Vice President, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/smithd.html

 

Price: $ 495 each day or $ 1,295 for all 3 days.

 

Seminar Location/Accommodations:

 

The Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, TX, http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=AUSDTHX. The TFI room rate is $ 139.00 per night, plus tax. A block of rooms will be held until January 15.

 

For further information and to register for this seminar, please click the links above, or contact us at (800) TEK-FUTR, (512) 258-8898, (800) TEK-FUTR, (512) 258-8898, or by e-mail.

 

(3) Impacts of Broadband on Asset Valuation Symposium,

 

http://www.tfi.com/sems/public_ibt.html

(We recommend that participants to this symposium also attend the other two seminars.)

 

~~Wednesday, February 7, 2007, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, Texas~~

 

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

Symposium Overview:

 

The necessity to provide very high speed broadband will cause the obsolescence and ultimate replacement of much of the existing communications equipment in the traditional telephone, wireless, and cable television networks. This symposium will focus on how to quantify the impact of technology change on the value of communications assets. It will also address important current issues in two feature sessions.

 

You should attend this symposium if you are a professional or manager involved in:

 

–Financial Reporting

 

–Price Regulation

 

–Property Taxes

 

–Legal

 

–Asset Valuation

 

Symposium Topics:

 

–Basics of Forecasting Technology Substitutions

 

–Using Technology Forecasting to Value Equipment

 

–Impacts of Competition on Equipment Value

 

–Transforming the Local Exchange Network: Technology Substitutions in Cable, Circuit Equipment, and Switching (2006 Update)

 

–Depreciation Lives for Broadband Assets including Set-Tops Boxes

 

–Impacts of Technology Substitution on Wireless Networks

 

–Featured session: Point-by-Point Comparison of the BCRI and the Industry Views of Replacement Cost and Depreciation

 

–Featured session: Who’s on First? Valuation Issues with Triple-Play and Quad-Play Convergence

 

Symposium Director:

 

–Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D. (President, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/vanstonl.html

Also featuring:

 

–Ray L. Hodges (Senior Consultant, TFI), http://www.tfi.com/staff/bios/hodges.html

–Invited panelists to be announced

 

Price: $ 495 each day or $ 1,295 for all 3 days.

 

Symposium Location/Accommodations:

 

The Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Austin, TX, http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=AUSDTHX. The TFI room rate is $ 139.00 per night, plus tax. A block of rooms will be held until January 15.

 

For further information and to register for this seminar, please click the links above, or contact us at (800) TEK-FUTR, (512) 258-8898, (800) TEK-FUTR, (512) 258-8898, or by e-mail.

 

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