7 Essential Features of Great MVNO Providers

MVNOs, or Mobile Virtual Network Operators, are a fantastic consumer option. Rather than owning their own wireless network infrastructure, MVNOs maintain relationships with infrastructure owners and then resell access to the end user.

MVNO Providers

MVNOs, or Mobile Virtual Network Operators, are a fantastic consumer option. Rather than owning their own wireless network infrastructure, MVNOs maintain relationships with infrastructure owners and then resell access to the end user. As middle-men, MVNOs handle the difficult negotiating and are able to provide advantageous packages to consumers based on the bulk pricing they receive. 

If you are considering working with an MVNO, make sure that you look for these 7 essential features. These are the things that make an MVNO provider great. 

  1. Agreements with multiple networks for high speed access wherever their clients are. Some MVNOs have agreements with just one network, but great ones have agreements with multiple networks. This ensures coverage and redundancy, so that the end user never goes without the service they need. Working with an MVNO that maintains multiple agreements means better pricing, more coverage, and higher speeds.

  2. Advantageous pricing since MVNOs do not need to pay to maintain their own wireless networks. Most people assume that MVNOs mark-up wireless communication access in order to make money off of their contracts. Amazingly, the opposite is true. Since MVNOs do not have to maintain their own wireless infrastructure, their business costs are significantly less than the companies that do own their own networks A great MVNO will then pass those savings along to the consumer, making MVNOs the more economical choice.

  3. Provide perks like hotspot data, free gifts, and pricing promotions. Most people come to MVNOs for wireless network access, but some perks and incentives can change a satisfied customer to an elated customer. A great MVNO will offer their customer more reasons to love them. Things like hotspots, pricing promotions, and free devices can really move the customer satisfaction needle.

  4. Customizable packages to meet consumer needs. The big wireless access providers that own their own networks tend to provide the same services to everyone, regardless of their individual needs. Their packages are rigid, and if they don’t work perfectly for you, you are expected to adapt as the consumer. MVNOs enjoy more freedom than that, and good ones will offer customizable packages.

  5. Fantastic customer service. Large companies can be frustratingly hard to get in touch with when support is needed. It is not uncommon for consumers to sit on hold for hours on end before ever speaking to a rep. Since MVNOs do not have to maintain their own infrastructure, good ones choose to put their resources into fantastic customer support so that their customers can always quickly and easily reach out with frustrations and questions.

  6. Easy to use online service. Most people today prefer to handle everything online, which is why the most successful MVNOs invest in online services rather than brick and mortar stores. The easier online services are to use, the happier the customer.

  7. Strong marketing. Finally, great MVNOs make sure that the marketplace knows who they are! The biggest name in the industry are the companies that own their own networks. Most consumers do not even realize that MVNOs are an option. Great MVNOs market their advantages, and market them a lot in order to convert and maintain more customers.

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Become a Data MVNO to Meet Urgent Work-From-Home Requirements

Nowadays, there are a variety of customers with different purchasing power, and a data MVNO is in the best position to fulfill their requirements.

MVNO Business

The value of internet data services is rising with each day. Work-from-home setups have necessitated employees and business owners to invest in Internet data. Whether it is through a stationary broadband connection or mobility, each type of data has its own value. Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) is a business model that fulfills the void left by MNO services. When it comes to data, an MVNO can dramatically increase its business revenue if it starts focusing specifically on clients’ immediate requirements. Nowadays, there are a variety of customers with different purchasing power, and a data MVNO is in the best position to fulfill their requirements.

Data MVNO

Which MVNO Business Model is the Best Suited for Data MVNO?

There are different types of MVNO business models in the market. Without going into the real technicalities, we can categorize them into thick MVNO (with their own network setup), reseller MVNO who use MNO/MVNE network infrastructure and software solutions and thin MVNO who are a hybrid between thick MVNO and reseller mode. Although there are other models as well, the ones mentioned before are the most common.

Considering the exigent need of customers for data, each type of MVNO model can excel at data services, given it has a solid network platform, B/OSS and telecom billing solutions. Even the reseller MVNO can excel at data services with the right kind of software support and APIs. Providing customers self-care option where they can create their very own data plans, set the data limit and upgrade their plans is very much required for success as an MVNO.

MVNO Software

Important Characteristics of MVNO Software in 2021

In 2021, you need to have a next-gen telecom support platform if you want to be successful. With an MVNO platform that has the following characteristics, you can serve customers’ data-related needs easily:

Online Charging System

Revenue assurance is very much needed in 2021 as you need to forge a bond of trust with your customers in these testing times. An Online Charging System (OCS) charges every service in real-time and ensures complete revenue assurance at every step. It also helps you monetize services quickly and enforce credit limits. Therefore, you customers never have to pay more than what is necessary.

CRM

The MVNO software needs to come with a CRM that is tailor-made to the requirements. If your customer care reps can access customer data quickly and resolve their queries in time, it becomes that much easier to foster customer trust.

As employees start working from home, you can expect a lot of amateurs to call support for help. A quality CRM like the one provided by Telgoo5 can really improve the entire process of customer services.

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Give your MVNO Network a Boost with Proven Telecom Billing Services

Telecom Billing Services

An MVNO network is procured via an MVNE partnership. As an MVNE represents several MVNOs, it can broker a good deal for small-scale MVNOs. However, to make the most of the same network, it needs MVNO service providers that can provide it both billing and B/OSS services.

Why Every MVNO Type Needs a Technical Service Provider?

Most MVNO type are technically challenged. They get into the market to serve a particular niche of customers. Their expertise is more in marketing than in handling the B/OSS or telecom billing. With a dedicated partner like Telgoo5, it becomes possible for an MVNO model to simplify the overall operation. It happens because the MVNO mobile virtual network operator no longer has to struggle with highly technical operations. It can concentrate completely upon exploiting the marketing trends by understanding exact customer needs and serving them.

The Essential Functionalities Required by MVNO Mobile Virtual Network Operator

An MVNO Mobile Virtual Network Operator needs expertise in various fields. Some areas that MVNO service providers like Telgoo5 can help are:

Telecom charging, rating and billing

Telecom billing is probably the most crucial aspect for an MVNO. It can make or break its image in front of the customers. A good service provider will use a real-time charging system like OCS to streamline the entire process of charging and rating. An OCS charges services in real-time, and it can function with both event-based and session-based services. This allows telcos like MVNOs to create completely convergent invoices with complete description of every charge.

Quick monetization

Monetizing services is an essential part of an MVNO’s operation. The speed of monetization is also important as it allows you to bring services quickly into the market. Quicker you launch the services, the better the chance of winning customers’ interest.

Revenue assurance

Providing services exactly as per SLA is crucial, if you want to survive in the market. At Telgoo5, you get complete revenue assurance for your services. This means that customers never get a chance to complaint, and you are able to function consistently in the market without any ado.

APIs

Wholesale customizations or new purchase of software can be financially back-breaking for an MVNO. With MVNO service providers such as Telgoo5, you get plug and play APIs that can instantly add new functionality.

Telgoo5 is a seasoned pro in the telecom industry, and it can work as a reliable MVNO partner.

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The Rise of the MVNE

Discover the pivotal role of MVNEs in shaping the telecom industry. Telgoo5's insights dive into the rise of enablers and their transformative impact on MVNO operations.

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The MVNO business model is constantly changing. Unlike previous times, MVNOs are no longer reselling MNO services under different brand names while trying to address the needs of different target markets; markets like senior citizens or prepaid calling. Many MVNO’s are keen on expanding their services beyond traditional offerings.

On top of that, we have several industry summits which cater to MNVO’s made possible by the differentiating services offered. Why all these differentiations one may ask? One main reason is that MVNOs are keen on totally differentiating themselves from the MNO networks that they are currently using, so that they can increase their customer base and customer loyalty.

Furthermore, because MVNOs may specialize in marketing unlike MNOs, they might also pick up several trending services – thereby capitalizing on various trends. If you are able to roll out a new and cool service, revenue will likely be impacted positively..

Billing Services

It’s important for an MVNO to have its own billing service. By having a reliable billing service, an MVNO is able to launch new offers, prepaid plans etc. Billing software is expensive to purchase and that’s where MVNEs come in.

By hosting several MVNOs on their platforms, MVNEs are able to minimize the cost on the billing software by sharing the cost with the MVNOs.

Complexity

If an MVNO wants to offer a service where the customers will be able to automatically switch their calls to Wi-Fi, what would they do? A great example is Virgin Mobile, which automatically detects Wi-Fi connections, thereby allowing the users to make free calls.

If an MVNO that does not use the services of an MVNE wanted to allow users to switch off a cellular call automatically to Wi-Fi, some type of infrastructure which will interact with the MNO would be required.

At this point in time the MVNO will be required to get into some type of relationships and service nodes with ISP. This in turn implies more complexity. At Telgoo5, we specialize in offering MVNOs fast and efficient ways of offering new services.

As mentioned earlier, by working with numerous MVNOs, we are able to offer groundbreaking services at affordable prices.

Evolving as an MVNO

Once you have launched as an MVNO, you will begin to evolve as the days goes by. You can measure these evolutions in a number of ways, from revenues collected, profit increases, employee growth or additional services offered. To evolve accordingly, you need an MVNE that clearly knows the most significant aspects of your evolution, market insights.

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What MVNO Owners Need to Know About 5G

Uncover the impact of 5G on MVNO operations. Telgoo5's insights provide MVNO owners with valuable knowledge about harnessing the potential of 5G technology.

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To keep your Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) relevant and noteworthy at all times, you always need to be keeping up with the latest mobile trends. Outdated services and offerings will quickly begin to lose you subscribers as consumers are always seeking the “next big thing”.

Said “next big thing” in question here is undoubtedly 5G technology as it has created quite a buzz around the mobile spectrum as of late. For the owner of an MVNO, the vital question becomes ‘how is this going to impact your network and what are the key details that you need to be conscious of?’

There is Potential for 5G Technology to Completely Change the Game

As for what 5G technology is, it is simply the latest wireless network generation. In addition to offering vastly improved speeds, 5G also has the capability of minimizing latency issues. Additionally it is going to enhance flexibility, as it allows for more devices to be connected simultaneously.

Those in the mobile industry have even gone as far as to claim that 5G could be one of the most influential and groundbreaking technologies seen in years. Before long, it will become the standard, and inferior networks will fade out.

Its Availability is Currently Limited

As it stands currently, 5G is not widely available across the major carriers. This is likely to change, as the year 2020 is set to be a monumental one regarding the rise of the 5G technology. It is not as if everyone can get their hands on the improved network; it is a bit more complicated than that.

The true reality is that the full potential of 5G is probably not going to be reached for the next few years. That said the global 5G innovation is going to be making more of an impact than some MVNOs will be ready for.

Current MVNOs are Planning to Offer 5G

One of the potential roadblocks your MVNO network is going to experience is if and when you can get your hands on 5G technology. The carrier or carriers you offer coverage from are going to initially offer their new groundbreaking network to some of their larger partnerships.

The good news is there are smaller brands that are intending to provide 5G-based services. Several MVNO owners have gone on record to claim that their platform would be delivering such experiences to their consumers.

All this news wraps up to the reality that your Wireless MVNO needs to account for the various demographics of users that are itching to utilize such network speeds. 4G is far from extinct but you need to act fast as before you know it, the standard will be changed to the 5G network.

Additionally, one must consider which Mobile Virtual Network Enabler (MVNE) you do business through. At Telgoo5 we fully understand that the market changes and adapts oftentimes quicker than you can handle. With our constantly evolving platform and software, contact us today to connect with an enabler you can rely on.

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The futures of MVNOs in Europe

Explore the trends and insights shaping the future of MVNOs in Europe. Telgoo5's analysis highlights the potential for growth, innovation, and opportunities in the European MVNO market.

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With the recent trend changes in Europe, more and more people are turning to their mobile devices to handle their daily lives. This is achieved mainly through IOT and apps. To do this, they will continuously require greater speeds. The best MNVOs which have a higher chance of increasing their revenues and ensure growth are the ones that will have a solid plan backed by a reliable MVNE.

According to various studies, the MVNO market in Europe and other regions of the world is expected to reach an estimated $94.82 billion by the year 2025. This market growth is directly linked to the ever-growing use of mobile phones around the world.

Select the right MVNE

The success or failure of an MVNO boils down to the MVNE chosen. Thus, it’s vital to select a reliable MVNE who will connect you to the right MNO. The right MVNE partner will not allow financial flexibility but will also offer you a flexible platform which features great tools that will help you effectively manage your subscribers and services.

Define your USP

As the European market continues to become more saturated, it’s vital for MVNOs to look for various ways to set themselves apart from the competition. One great idea is to find a niche that’s quite targeted and then offer something that this niche requires. For instance, by offering mobile money services, you will be able to reach a group that’s yet to be tapped.

Finding a narrow niche typically comes down to how well you will be able to find a market that’s beyond the reach of the traditional marketing methods.

When defining and planning your USP, you should focus on;

  • Price

  • Service

  • Product

  • How are you going to make money?

Employing the right technology

According to a new report, ‘The MVNOs series report’, it’s estimated that 48.3 percent of MVNO’s will invest in new technology within the next few years. Upon the successful completion of the planning phase, you will be able to know exactly the type of technology that you are going to need.

As this is the case, we highly encourage you to do thorough research.

For instance, irrespective of your scope, you will require an analytics tool. At Telgoo5, we give you an analytics tool that will help you analyze the data from your subscribers, thereby allowing you to make an informed decision on how to position your product on the market.

Focus on operational excellence and the customer

Companies such as Apple and Amazon have made their consumers expect high certain level of consistent quality and service. Customers have limited patience for hold-ups and operational glitches.

Apart from demanding excellence, customers will also expect speed. If your company does not hold up to your customers’ expectations, then it’s quite easy for the customers to switch to another MVNO. Technology that enables excellence is utmost importance.

Base business on users

Many companies tend to make the mistake of basing their businesses on their respective needs instead of focusing on the needs of their customers. The reliable MVNOs clearly understand that everything has to be channeled towards the customer; value added bundles, customer service, operational processes and helpful products.

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Ways to Gather More Traffic for Your MVNO Network

It is one thing to start your own Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) and it is a completely different obstacle to achieve greatness with it. Much like with other business start-ups, there is a real risk of failure that you have to come to terms with.

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It is one thing to start your own Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) and it is a completely different obstacle to achieve greatness with it. Much like with other business start-ups, there is a real risk of failure that you have to come to terms with.

But, with hard work, planning, diligence, and assistance, your platform could become a revelation that the mobile industry thrives upon. That said, in order for this to be attainable, you must have a steady and reliable consumer base that continues to drive your company forward.

Gathering such traffic for your network is not going to be an overnight process but there certainly are tasks and strategies that you can execute to enhance the likelihood of it occurring.

Pay Special Attention to Your Clientele

The telecommunications industry is dominated by individuals purchasing phone network services. What one needs to remember is that MVNOs provide consumers with cheaper and oftentimes more convenient alternatives to the services and packages that are offered from major carriers.

In turn, it is vital to establish a strong rapport with every potential customer you come in contact with. Create an environment that makes each individual feel understood and  important to your company. Delivering such an experience can create a positive buzz about your company.

Consider Posting on Social Media

The MVNO platform you offer could deliver fantastic and unique services found nowhere else, but if no one is aware of your services it will be difficult to grow your brand. To combat this potential roadblock, it is wise to do all you can to spread the word of your virtual operator and all the benefits it has to offer.

One such way to do so is via social media. Popular platforms such as Instagram and Facebook can be excellent mediums to get more people to notice and discuss your brand. These platforms are a means of advertisement and provide you with the opportunity to reach more consumers on a global scale

Additionally, you could utilize this same approach for email marketing. Reach out to your consumers, offer special promotions and let them know about your services in a more personalized manner. This can be a slippery slope, however, as you need to be cautious not to spam your customers or potential customers with an influx of emails.

Be Smart About the Services You Offer

It can’t be overstated enough how critical it is for MVNO providers to carefully consider the services and mobile packages that their network promises. Providing the right services can be just as important as advertising the services to the right markets.

Mobile users will only switch to your brand if they believe they will benefit from the switch. If their current MVNO presents them with speeds, prices and overall modules that they are satisfied with, it will take some enticing to pull them towards your brand.

What you can also strongly consider is partnering with a top-of-the-line enabler that can do their most to handle the logistics and backend needs of your virtual operator. Here at Telgoo5, we offer just that and our extensive experience in the field is something you can rely on. We would love to hear from you and your company today.

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5 Key Trends in MVNO Service Providers

New research shows that by 2025 the global MVNO service market will reach about $95 billion, growing annually at 7.6 percent. The continued growth in mobile users worldwide and the rise in demand for data services has created a large market opportunity for MVNO providers. The expansion of services, such as mobile cash, M2M (machine to machine) and cloud is driving the demand further for MVNOs.

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New research shows that by 2025 the global MVNO service market will reach about $95 billion, growing annually at 7.6 percent. The continued growth in mobile users worldwide and the rise in demand for data services has created a large market opportunity for MVNO providers. The expansion of services, such as mobile cash, M2M (machine to machine) and cloud is driving the demand further for MVNOs.

Here are five evolving trends that MVNO operators should recognize in order to enhance their scope of services industry-wide.

Innovators will Seize Leadership

While there is going to be a market for the conventional MVNOs for the type of consumer-oriented services they provide, innovation will create new challenges and lead to the emergence of new market leaders. MVNO network connectivity is no longer the critical differentiator. The new model of connectivity and a gamut of packaged offerings must now center around data-driven capabilities, vertical integration, super specialization, and improved customer experience.

Moving Data to Deliver Superior Customer Value

Unlike the traditional MVNO mobile model, the new model will focus on moving data in ways that provide greater value for customers, both individuals and businesses. Process automation could assist in moving of the data. It could move from business to consumer, consumer to business, or machine to machine – to and from multiple endpoints, delivering useful information and driving targeted actions.

Focus on Niche Market Segments and Specific Value Propositions

MVNOs are increasingly recognizing the need to offer customized value propositions for targeted client segments. This allows them to widen the subscriber base by bringing new segments without diluting the brand focus of the host operator network. In a sense, the MVNO serves as the operator’s “sub-brand” to enable them to provide mobile services to wider and diverse populations.

Service offerings of MNVOs are moving away from voice and text and becoming increasingly data-centric. Some are even trying to differentiate their value propositions by integrating with other products and services, such as enterprise cloud or gaming.

Technology Enablers to Expand MVNO Opportunity

Cutting-edge technology enablers are set to drive unprecedented market opportunities for MVNO providers. These include:

  • e-SIMs

  • NFV and SDN (Network Function Virtualization and Software Defined Networks)

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) with data analytics

  • Blockchain

  • Edge Computing

These technologies will support more personalized services for customers, help provide data related to IoT device performance, apart from boosting reliability and efficiency in areas such as supply chain management, mobile banking, mobile payments, and microloans.

Next Generation MVNOs will be Enabled with 5G

Network slicing getting enabled through 5G deployment is likely to be another game changer for MVNOs. A new breed of MVNO service providers will emerge with a focus on verticals offering AI, big data, and cloud solutions, creating new opportunities for enterprises looking to take advantage of these advanced technologies.

Telgoo5 is Here to Help!

Whether you are an MVNO/MVNE or looking to launch one, Telgoo5 has the perfect solutions to augment your business. For any inquiries you can send us an email at sales@vcaremail.com or contact us online.

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Does Your MVNO Give You the Best Service?

You have an MVNO that is working. So how do you know if you are getting the best service? There are several factors to consider that will help you know if you have the best service:

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You have an MVNO that is working. So how do you know if you are getting the best service? There are several factors to consider that will help you know if you have the best service:

Does the MVNO support CDMA or GSM?

So you may be thinking of switching from your carrier to another. Cellular carriers use GSM or CDMA. The majority of MVNOs use both. Most phones work with CDMA or GSM. As an MVNO, you need to find a service that handles both. Take note some Motorola models, and most current generation Google-branded phones and iPhones have antennas that can use CDMA and GSM.

If you want your MVNO business to succeed, you need to connect with a carrier that supports GSM and CDMA. This way, you will ensure you do not lose clients who would prefer both systems.

Is a Mobile Hotspot Included in the Plan?

Longtime subscribers of MVNOs have some issues they would like addressed. For instance, they would like to know if a mobile hotspot is included. Users have tried to game MVNO systems with a third-party hotspot app. The problem is most, if not all, of these apps, do not work.

The truth is that a hotspot option, sometimes referred to as tethering, is not available with many MVNO service providers. Those that offer hotspots do not do so with lower-cost plans. This means you should check if the feature is included to ensure your subscribers get the service at competitive market rates.

Is Visual Voicemail Supported?

If your subscribers rely on or are accustomed to visual voicemail, make sure you can get it from your carrier. A good number of service providers do not offer the same. You may need to do due diligence to find out if they offer visual voicemail. Some subscribers find it tedious dialing into a voicemail archive to listen to one message after another.

Do Advanced Features Work?

Currently, most people have phones that support things like Wi-Fi calling or VoLTE (HD voice calls). They are great features for those who use them. However, most of the time they are network or phone-specific. Some MVNO service providers may not have them at all because advanced calling features are possible with specific phones.

Are You In Need of a Family Plan?

Most MVNOs cater to individuals. As such, a family plan may be a challenge to find. If you are getting into the MVNO business, you need to find a service that offers a family plan. Although most subscribers will not need a family plan, it is a good option to offer them. This way, you will have an extra edge over your competitors.

Bottom Line

These are five of the most crucial factors to consider when you are looking for an MVNO service provider. Not only will these increase the chances of success in your business, but they will also give an upper hand over your competitors. At Tegloo5 we have the best options to ensure the success of your MVNO business. Contact us today to get all of these features and more.

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The Secret to Starting a Successful MVNO

Today, more new MVNO are being started than ever before. Fierce Wireless, an online publication reports that new MVNOs are being launched every week and interest in this business type is eclipsing the 2005-2006 craze that saw numerous high-profile MVNO startups. With numerous new entities rushing start their own MVNOs, many will inevitably fail to make a mark in the long run.

Today, more new MVNO are being started than ever before. Fierce Wireless, an online publication reports that new MVNOs are being launched every week and interest in this business type is eclipsing the 2005-2006 craze that saw numerous high-profile MVNO startups. With numerous new entities rushing start their own MVNOs, many will inevitably fail to make a mark in the long run. To succeed in this competitive space, startups need to plan meticulously and identify the right niche in the market. Although the process is similar to starting any other business, they are unique procedures that you need to weather to start your own MVNO. If you are mulling starting an MVNO, it is important to identify the challenges that may curtail your success. Read on to explore the process, the unique challenges that await you, and get tips on how to smoothly start your own MVNO.

Starting Your Own MVNO – Similar to Starting Other Businesses

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To start your own MVNO, you will in  in many respects follow the same procedures like when starting any other business. To succeed, the following steps are critical:

Carving Out a Niche

It is likely that your up and coming MVNO will offer services that eerily similar to the offerings of other players already in the business. While the prospect of facing stiff competition discourages many potential entrepreneurs, it also presents opportunities to creative players. The only viable strategy for most new MVNOs is carving out a niche in the market and chipping away at and winning over customers from the other established providers. Indeed data from Strategy Analytics indicates that MVNOs in the current market conditions succeed by focusing on addressing particular market segments or value propositions.

MVNOs can thrive when they identify a certain set of services or pricing models that are not currently in the market. But deploying this strategy requires extensive knowledge about the set of customers that you will target. This insight is what will enable the company to tailor its offerings to the unique needs of the target segment. Common niches that can be targeted in the current environment include the following niches:

infrastructure MVNOs

These types of MVNOs focus on covering an area where major network providers don’t reach. For example, an MVNO may focus on providing the infrastructure to cover a mountain range where other network operators have no reach.

Retail MVNOs

These types of MVNOs target supermarkets and departmental stores to find subscribers to buy their sim cards.

Advertising-based MVNOs

These offer discounted services and some free services and in return they get access to advertise or subscribers devices.

Discount MVNOs

These target deal hunters. Such companies only offer basic services like voice and text. Although such companies get little earnings per subscriber, the hope to get enough subscribers to get a reasonable profit.

Getting the Tech In Place

MVNOs thrive on technology and you need to put in place the infrastructure and software you will need to serve your customers before getting started. You will need to set up your IT platform and get your billing in place. It is at this point that the company also sets up a CRM, customer care and network management systems. You can be able to save time and human resources by outsourcing billing, customer care, and similar services. Our system Telgoo5 can free up an MVNO’s human resources to focus on other aspects of the business. We can handle the Call Detail Records (CDRs) for both real-time interface (prepaid) and batch process (postpaid) subscribers. We can also handle your billing, data analytics, and other aspects of the technology platform.

At this point, you can also set up the website where subscribers can sign up for your services. It is worth noting that it is important for a new MVNO to identify and only invest in the right technology tools for a company of its size. Underinvestment could result into service failure due to overloading. Overinvestment, on the other hand, can bleed the company dry. The easiest way to ensure that new MVNOs invest in what is enough is by linking up with a good OSS system. Our platform Telgoo5 allows access just what you need at the time. We can take care of your billing, CRM, subscriber website, customer care, and everything you need to get started. Partnering with us can help you to launch your MVNO in as few as four weeks instead of months.

Starting Your Own MVNO – The Unique Challenges

A Potentially Risky Business

A measure of risk is involved when starting any type of business. But the sheer complexity of the MVNO launching process coupled with intricacies involved in making partnerships and the fierce competition that awaits new entrants connive to make starting a new MVNO an especially challenging venture. The fast rate at which telecommunications technology becomes obsolete means that you risk investing in technology and fail to recoup the investment costs. Successful MVNOs reduce risk by targeting a specific niches. They make and strictly follow a plan that addresses the needs of subscribers in that particular niche. A good platform like Telgoo5 can enable you to scale according to your business needs. This will enable your business to avoid paying for resources they currently don’t need.

Getting Licenses

To start your own MVNO, you will encounter a number of challenges that are peculiar to the telecommunications sector. To start a new MVNO, you will need to register and be certified by the right authorities. Being certified will enable you to get MSISDN and IMSI blocks. In the US, this certification is done by the FCC. This process will is critical if you are to start operations. Telgoo5 platform meets and exceeds all the license and regulatory requirements. We have helped a number of MVNOs to fasttrack the certification process and would be happy to help MVNO startups that need guidance during this process.

Making Partnerships

The MVNO business type thrives on partnerships. You will need to work with mobile carriers or aggregators to get subscribers. Many MVNOs startups soon learn that the most difficult part starting operations is not getting capital or even setting up the technology platform. Inking contract with big telecom companies is perhaps the single toughest feast to accomplish.

Telecom companies usually insist on certifying different aspects of MVNO operations before committing to working with them. These certifications processes usually take months of back and forth dealings and they may put a tremendous strain on the patience of the new startup owners. However, some MVNOs may be able to bypass some of these processes by linking up with with MVNEs and other partners. The MVNO can then utilize their existing platforms carrier agreements to get started. Our platform Telgoo5 is already integrated with all the major carriers. We also have partnerships with a number of of aggregators and MVNEs. Signing up at our platform will help you to save time and money and you will be able to start operations in a couple of weeks.

Setting up an MVNO is a potentially complex endeavor that involves planning, setting up platforms, linking up with suppliers and, getting the required certifications. However, if you link up with a good OSS parner, the process can be dramatically simplified and you stand to save a lot of time and money along the way. At Telgoo5, we provide billing, CRM, customer care, and more services to MVNOs and other telecom companies. Over the years, we have helped new MVNOs to flourish. Whether you are an established MVNO, a new company, or just exploring ways to get started, we can tailor our services to fit your needs. Contact us to explore ways we can partner today.

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