Access Partnership Co-Writes a White Paper on Challenges and Solutions in Providing Universal Internet Access

The white paper identifies five challenges in providing universal Internet access and offers potential solutions for each. Download the paper here.

Ryan Johnson, Senior Manager, International Public Policy, co-wrote a white paper for IEEE on “Options and Challenges in Providing Universal Access.”

The paper identifies five challenges in providing universal Internet access and offers potential solutions for each:

  • Internet network infrastructure: issues include capital scarcity, availability of electric power, technology choices and integration.
  • The cost associated with delivering infrastructure and equipment for Internet services
  • Universal education, digital literacy and content: not all people have the expertise and knowledge needed to effectively and efficiently use the Internet.
  • Location and availability: remote areas of the globe raise unique and difficult challenges for Internet access.
  • Disinterest: a portion of the global population may choose not to utilise the Internet, even if universally available.

Download the white paper here.

Related Articles

Google Cloud Region: Driving Higher Economic Activity in the Saudi Arabian Economy

Google Cloud Region: Driving Higher Economic Activity in the Saudi Arabian Economy

Access Partnership estimated the economic impact arising from establishing a Google Cloud Region in Saudi Arabia. The analysis finds that...

15 Nov 2023 Reports
Launch of State of APEC Supply Chains with NCAPEC

Launch of State of APEC Supply Chains with NCAPEC

Access Partnership is proud to have developed “The State of APEC Supply Chains” report in partnership with the National Center...

13 Nov 2023 Reports
Economic Impact Analysis Report: Impact of Cloud Adoption for SMMEs in South Africa and Unlocking Benefits Through AWS

Economic Impact Analysis Report: Impact of Cloud Adoption for SMMEs in South Africa and Unlocking Benefits Through AWS

The 2030 Vision in South Africa’s National Development Plan (NDP) outlines that small, micro, and medium enterprises (SMMEs) should create...

13 Nov 2023 Reports
Economic Impact Report: Democratizing access to AI in Thailand with Google

Economic Impact Report: Democratizing access to AI in Thailand with Google

Digital technologies can increase productivity, open new markets, create job opportunities, and enhance global competitiveness, propelling economic growth for countries....

13 Nov 2023 Reports