NBTC orders ‘NT’ to review the fixed cost of 179 million baht to build an emergency warning system (Cell Broadcast), proposing to use a move to reduce the budget. Aiming for a definitive meeting on 28 November 2024.
On November 20, 2024 at the NBTC office, reporters reported that the agenda of the NBTC Meeting No. 26/2024. Subject: Approval of the financial limit for the establishment of an emergency warning system through the mobile phone network (Cell Broadcast) only for the support of the Cell Broadcasting Center (CBC) system and system maintenance costs (MA) for 3 years for ‘ National Telecommunications Company Limited .
At the NBTC meeting, the budget for NT fixed cost software was discussed, which was proposed at 179 million baht. In comparison, it was close to AWN, which was 185 million baht, and TUC, which was 186 million baht, even though there was NT. The number of base stations and the number of subscribers were much less In addition, NT’s fixed cost ratio is 94% of the total cost, while other service providers are at 72%.
In this regard, the meeting recommended that NT use the networks of other service providers, such as AIS or True, to reduce infrastructure costs instead of investing alone. But technical limitations have been met, such as the distribution of signals that may not cover the entire country, including an offer for offices NBTC is going to study examples of guidelines for managing fixed costs and movement in foreign countries. To ensure that the proposed figures are reasonable, the NBTC has clarified that all costs will be reviewed by auditors such as the Office of the Inspector General of Thailand (OAG) before final approval.
Therefore, the resolution of the NBTC meeting directed the office to return to further study the possibility of reducing NT’s fixed costs through transfer or other appropriate means. Ready to present cost comparison information from overseas and have NT detail the use of Fixed Cost and Variable Cost again at the next meeting on 28 November 2024.
side News source from NBTC office. They said it suggests ways in which NT can use mobile systems on the existing spectrum. Ready to share the use of the network that supports Active Synergy, which helps to reduce the cost of investing in a new system because NT already has a 700 MHz frequency band but still cannot use the network in the manage an area to its full potential. Currently using transit through AIS, which helps to serve some customers, so NT can rent the use of the network on an operating cost basis without investing in itself. This greatly reduces the burden of the budget. And if there are roaming charges with other service providers Charges may be reimbursed by the Television Industry and Telecommunications Industry Broadcasting Research and Development Fund for Public Benefit (USO Fund). The decision is based on administrative issues. and position setting between the two groups To create value for the use of the state budget.
2024-11-20 08:49:00
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1. Can you please provide an overview of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission’s (NBTC) decision to review and potentially reduce the budget for the establishment of an emergency warning system through mobile phone networks?
2. What are some of the key considerations that led to NBTC’s concerns about the proposed fixed costs for the National Telecommunications Company Limited (NT)? Were there any particular difficulties or challenges that NT faced in implementing this system compared to other service providers such as AWN or TUC?
3. Can you elaborate on the technical limitations that have been identified in NT’s fixed cost ratio, such as the distribution of signals and potential coverage issues? How important is it to ensure comprehensive coverage across the entire country when implementing these emergency warning systems?
4. In light of these technical limitations, what are some potential alternatives that NTC is exploring to reduce infrastructure costs and improve efficiency? Have there been any progress updates on researching and implementing these alternatives?
5. How are international benchmarks and best practices being taken into account in this process? Have any foreign countries encountered similar challenges and devised effective solutions that NBTC could learn from?
6. What role do you see the ‘USO Fund’ playing in this process? Can you explain how it could potentially support the implementation of this system and facilitate collaboration between different service providers?
7. One proposed solution involves using existing networks and roaming agreements with other service providers. How realistic and practical is this approach? What are some of the potential challenges and opportunities associated with this strategy?
8. As the head of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission, what are your personal thoughts on the importance of emergency warning systems and the need for efficient implementation? How will NTC ensure that such systems are accessible and effective for all citizens in case of an emergency?
