Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2005
San Francisco

IMS Conferences, a Division of IMS Research, is holding its IP-Trends Summit in San Francisco from November 29 to December 1, 2005 to provide a forum for the key stakeholders in the IP Video sector to work together to build a more compelling and robust industry.

The event will explore the current trends, business models, and the latest technologies for distributing IPTV and mobile IP services across broadband networks. It also provides an ideal networking opportunity by bringing together the leading operators, content & service providers, policy & standard makers, distributors, analysts, retailers and technology suppliers.

Key Issues to be Addressed

To ensure widescale deployment of IP Video networks and services, the industry must work together to address some critical issues. Not only must technological challenges be overcome, but operators must also develop an in-depth understanding of the media services that their customers want. For IPTV to fulfill its full potential it must be easy to use, and provide choice, confidence and satisfaction to its users, while remaining profitable for the operators. Hence, the key issues addressed in the Summit will include:

• What Works? - Successful IPTV Business Models & Case Studies
• What Doesn’t Work? - Problems Faced and Pitfalls to Avoid
• The Business Case for Offering Multi-Channel TV to Handheld Devices
• The Technical Challenges of IP Video Deployment and Evolution
• Additional IP Services that Can be Offered to Maximize Profits
• The Likely Response of Cable and Satellite to the IPTV Threat
• How to Select and Acquire Compelling Content
• How to Protect Content to the Satisfaction of its Producer
• Market Trends and Predictions for the Future

For more information on program, attendees, and travel information, please visit the IMS Conferences web site.