...analysis is based on publiclyavailable sources regarding the parties, the transaction, and the industry in general. We will continue to refine our analysis as additional facts become available and arguments are developed. I. Introduction The proposed merger of XM and Sirius will combine the only two providers of satellite digital audio radio service (“satellite DARS”). The parties claim that DOJ should not be concerned about this merger to monopoly, because there are other suppliers in the purported market for audio entertainment. Those claims will be evaluated by DOJ pursuant to the rigorous analytical framework set forth in the agencies’ Merger Guidelines1 and decades of federal court decisions interpreting Section 7 of the Clayton Act. Under that framework, there can be no doubt that the effect of the proposed transaction “may be substantially to lessen competition, or to tend to create a monopoly” in any relevant line of business.2 The parties further suggest that regulators should not be worried about their merger to monopoly because they will submit to price regulation that temporarily locks in the current rates to ensure that satellite DARS customers do not pay more after the merger than they did before. This argument completely disregards the very reason the antitrust laws apply to mergers – to ensure that markets are structured in a way to encourage competition. The very notion that a competitive market structure, which so far has produced a given...
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...Prior to all of this new technology, Cemex was much more manual and was run reactively by responding to phone calls, resulting in inefficiencies and slow service. The new systems now enables the company to run proactively. For example, they have developed a series of systems that assist them in managing unforecastable demand better than its competitors. The new system links Cemex delivery trucks to a Global Positioning System satellite to help dispatchers monitor the location, direction, and speed of every vehicle. This information helps Cemex to send the right truck to deliver a specific grade of cement or redirect deliveries when prompted by last-minute changes. The company has reduced average delivery time from three hours to 20 minutes, realizing huge savings in fuel, maintenance, and personnel costs. Cemex uses 35 percent fewer trucks to deliver the same amount of cement. Customers are willing to pay premium prices to Cemex because they do not have to keep work crews idle waiting for cement delivers to show up. CemexNet (satellite communications system) electronically links all the firm’s production facilities and coordinates them from a central clearinghouse. Dispatchers know the exact location, speed, and...
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...Satellite launch to boost DTH in India The successful launch Thursday of India's heaviest satellite from spaceport of Kourou in French Guyana may have boosted the country's space research efforts to yet another level, but it has also lifted the spirits of at least three Direct-To-Home televisions broadcasters, one of which has been waiting for years to launch its services in India. Onboard India's new generation spacecraft Ariane-5G rocket, the INSAT-4A was placed in geosynchronous transfer orbit in 3-axis stabilized mode shortly after launch, drawing cheers for the fact that it was the first launch of a 3,080 kg satellite by India. It is the also the first Indian satellite to meet the requirement of the DTH television services. "Insat-4A is the most advanced, heaviest and powerful satellite and it's a very important milestone in the history of India's space program," said Madhavan Iyer, the chairman of the Indian Space Research Organization. "This is going to revolutionize TV broadcasting directly to the homes and improve the entertainment scenario in India." After completing orbit-raising operations and a few tests, INSAT-4A will become fully operational in early 2006. It will be positioned in geostationary orbit 36,000 km above the equator. For the DTH wannabes then, this is indeed good news because even as the country's TV viewership explodes, peculiar broadcasting laws and lack of transponder availability has been obstructing proliferation of DTH services in the country...
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...JUDICIAL MEMBER AND SHRI R.C. SHARMA, ACCOUNTANT MEMBER ITA Nos. 5385 to 5387/Del/2004 Assessment Years : 2000-01 to 2002-03 ITA Nos.2623 & 2624/Del/2008 Assessment Years : 2003-04 & 2004-05 Vs. New Skies Satellites N.V., (Now known as New Skies Satellites B.V.) C/o Price Waterhouse Coopers Pvt. Ltd., Sucheta Bhawan, 11-A, Vishnu Digambar Marg, New Delhi. PAN : AABCN7763R (Appellant) Assessee by Revenue by : : (Respondent) Shri M.S. Syali, Sr. Advocate, Shri Tarandeep Singh, CA & Shri Sandeep Puri, CA Shri Y.K. Kapoor, Standing Counsel & Shri Kanan Kapoor, Advocate Assistant Director of Income Tax, International Taxation, Circle 2 (1), New Delhi. ITA Nos. 2598 to 2601/Del/2004 Assessment Years : 1998-99 to 2001-02 ITA Nos.4394 to 4397/Del/2005 Assessment Years : 2003-04 & 2004-05 Shin Satellite Public Company Vs. Limited, Thaicom Satellite Station, 41/103, Rattanathibet Road, Nonthaburi 11000, THAILAND. PAN : AAGCS4481E (Appellant) 1 Dy. Director of Income Tax, Circle 2 (2), International Taxation, New Delhi. (Respondent) http://www.itatonline.org Assessee by Revenue by : : Shri F.V. Irani, Advocate Shri Y.K. Kapoor, Standing Counsel & Shri Kanan Kapoor, Advocate INTERVENOR ITA Nos. 1484 to 1491/Del/2008 Assessment Years : 1998-99 to 2005-06 Asia Satellite Telecommunications Ltd. Intervenor by : Shri S. Ganesh, Sr. Advocate O R D E R PER I.P. BANSAL, JUDICIAL MEMBER: This Special Bench has been constituted on the request of the revenue. The revenue...
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...Access Control refers to the idea of preventing unauthorized persons entrance to a property, building or room. Access control systems have become a staple in secure environments. They allow the extra security without having the potential unreliability of a person sitting on guard. By eliminating the weak link “Human Error" these systems are able to make it nearly impossible to penetrate. Physical access control systems can range from a bouncer or guard stationed at the door, or through mechanical measures such as locks or keys. With the advancements in technology there is now a need for a higher means of access control and that is where key cards and electrical access control systems come into play. Physical access control systems depend on a matter of who, where, and when system. A true access control system is used to determine “who” is allowed to enter or exit, “where” said person is allowed to enter or exit, as well as controlling “when” they will be able to enter or exit. Before technological advancements this was accomplished in part with Keys and locks, when a door was locked only those with the appropriate key were able to use the door. The problem with mechanical Key and Lock systems is that they do not restrict the key holder from entering or leaving at specific times or dates. Historically, this was partially accomplished through the usage of keys and locks. When a door is locked, only someone with a key can enter through the door, depending on how the lock is configured...
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...local area but them or even us move away and we continue to maintain our interpersonal relationships. This is what we would call “glocalization”. There are stores that you might find in one area of the U.S. but will not find them in any area or you might find a restaurant under one name in one area but under another name everywhere else. For example, St. Louis Bread Company was created in St. Louis, Missouri and has many locations under this name in this particular area. But in every other area in the U.S. and Canada this restaurant goes under the name Panera Bread Company and offers the same food at all areas. (Panera Bread Company Overview, 2013) Another example of glocalization, is where an Asian subsidiary of News Corp started broadcasting satellite television into India but for this T.V. station to really take off was to hire a person who was experience in Indian programming to create soap operas that would appeal to that cultural environment not the American soap operas dubbed in Hindi and they also took over the production of news and current affairs. (Johnson, 2007) Finally an example of “glocalization” is our music that we play on the radio or even MTV. Whether it is a different area of the U.S. or other countries the radio/TV stations adapt to that area and what the community wants to listen too. When you cross state lines or country borders you have to change your radio station because you listening to that local areas music taste. If you don’t like changing your...
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...Indian National Satellite System 1 Indian National Satellite System INSAT or the Indian National Satellite System is a series of multipurpose geo-stationary satellites launched by ISRO to satisfy the telecommunications, broadcasting, meteorology, and search and rescue operations. Commissioned in 1983, INSAT is the largest domestic communication system in the Asia Pacific Region. It is a joint venture of the Department of Space, Department of Telecommunications, India Meteorological Department, All India Radio and Doordarshan. The overall coordination and management of INSAT system rests with the Secretary-level INSAT Coordination Committee. INSAT satellites provide transponders in various bands (C, S, Extended C and Ku) to serve the television and communication needs INSAT 1B of India. Some of the satellites also have the Very High Resolution Radiometer (VHRR), CCD cameras for metrological imaging. The satellites also incorporate transponder(s) for receiving distress alert signals for search and rescue missions in the South Asian and Indian Ocean Region, as ISRO is a member of the Cospas-Sarsat programme. INSAT system The Indian National Satellite (INSAT) system was commissioned with the launch of INSAT-1B in August 1983 (INSAT-1A, the first satellite was launched in April 1982 but could not fulfill the mission). INSAT system ushered in a revolution in India’s television and radio broadcasting, telecommunications and meteorological sectors. It enabled the rapid expansion...
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...that will portray the future path of such industry in the next coming century to "comfort" the nation as a whole through its available and possible services. Global Development of Telecommunication Industry There is no doubt that the developments of telecommunication industry and its technological infrastructure throughout the world have influenced the robust evolution of information industry. Thus, such phenomenon has contributed to the introduction of various newly sophisticated related technologies. In fact, telecommunication and information industries are very best described as "twin technology". In general, most people relate that telecommunication industry is a catalyst and the backbone for better services of broadcasting and communication services. Nowadays, especially in the most sophisticated information age, the industry also bares responsibility to create a global information societies throughout the world via integrated technological network. The positive development of this industry does not only rely heavily on its services but it is also a demanded business due to its high profit to generate revenue. For instance, the IT industries throughout the world that are supported by the telecommunication infrastructure have contributed to an investment...
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...Bangalore, ISRO is under the administrative control of the Department of Space, Government of India. The objective of ISRO is to develop space technology and its application to various national tasks. Accordingly, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully operationalised two major satellite systems namely Indian National Satellites (INSAT) for communication services and Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites for management of natural resources; also, Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) for launching IRS type of satellites and Geostationary Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) for launching INSAT type of satellites. SATELLITES LAUNCHED Since its establishment , ISRO has achieved numerous milestones. It built India's first satellite, Aryabhata, which was launched by the Soviet Union in 1975. In 1980, Rohini became the first satellite to be placed in orbit by an Indian- made launch vehicle, SLV-3. ISRO subsequently developed two other rockets: the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) for launching satellites...
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...Virtual Management American Military University Satellite communication has been a very big help when it comes to communicating nationwide, out of the country and even on different planets; like when Neil Armstrong went to the moon. Different types of phases are used depending upon the level of communication; for home we may use just basic satellite communication, then you have military communication, and also a program called GIS which allow students to interact with helping on ways to perform satellite functions and know how to implement problems if they arise. Depending on the job both civilian and militant users may access satellites and their functions based off of record keeping, video, long haul activity and data communicating. Satellite communication systems are improving daily and are on a steadily upgrade climb for protection, communication and network sourcing. Satellite communication depends on the connected user and their location in which they will be able to use the satellite source and retrieve information they’re looking for. Satellite communication through DSL and Cable still performs as a portable satellite service and allows you to connect to the variables of the world in the same type of way; whether independent or dependent links need to be access you can use both through satellite communications. Different locations that are out of reach with cable maybe accessible through DSL and wireless connection satellite connections. Cable limits a network to only being...
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...BSM 7054 – Strategic Management | Case Study - MEASAT | | This case study takes a look at MEASAT, the satellite provider based in Malaysia and what are their challenges and strategic planning taken to take further step in this area of business[2013] | Kaviraj Anandan – 1101600295Ahmad Fairus - | | | Lecturer: Mr. Mohd. Nor Ismail | Graduate Centre for Management ------------------------------------------------- MULTIMEDIA UNIVERSITY TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents 1 Introduction 3 1.1 Company History 3 1.2 Company Overview 4 1.3 Corporate Information 7 1.4 Corporate Vision 7 2 Strategic Analysis 8 2.1 Business Segment 8 2.2 Competitive Landscape 8 2.3 SWOT overview 9 2.3.1 Strength 9 2.3.2 Weakness 9 2.3.3 Opportunity 9 2.3.4 Threat 9 2.4 Business Level Strategy 9 3 Conclusion and Recommendation 15 1 Introduction 2.1 Company History MEASAT, which is derived from the full term of “Malaysia East Asia Satellite” was first develop and launched in 1992 by Binariang Sdn Bhd, to follow suit the then effort of Malaysia’s Prime Minister YA. Bhg Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamed. The purpose of this effort was to develop the communication infrastructure for Malaysia moving into the new millennium. In order to develop and launch Malaysia’s first communication satellite system, Binariang Sdn. Bhd brought together a team of experience and highly motivated experts to get together and share their knowledge and...
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...taken active interest in preparing report on “Direct To Home technology”. This is in potential fulfillment of requirement for the Bachelor of Technology degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering at Sreenidhi Institute of Science & Technology, affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad. This report is verified by: V. Sudha Rani Associate Professor Department of ECE. ACKNOLOWLEDGEMENT I extend my sincere gratitude towards S. P. Venu Madhava Rao, Head of Department ECE, for giving us his invaluable knowledge and technical guidance. I express my thanks to my seminar guide Mrs. V. Sudha Rani for her kind co-operation and guidance for preparing and presenting this seminar. I also thank the other entire faculty Members of all ECE department and my friends for their help and support. (Bodigum Akila) 09311A0410 ECE IV year Abstract Direct to home (DTH) television is a wireless system for delivering television programs directly to the viewer's house. In DTH television, the broadcast signals are transmitted from satellites orbiting the Earth to the viewer's house. Each satellite is located approximately 35,700 km above the Earth in geosynchronous orbit. These satellites receive the signals from the broadcast stations located on Earth and rebroadcast them to the Earth. The viewer's dish picks up the...
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...business in assigned countries * Develop and maintain good working relationships with customer and business partners * Coordinate market research and market intelligence data * Developing key marketing channels Speedcast Ltd – Sales Manager, Telecoms & Broadcast Services * Managing existing clientele and building new potential customers in the assigned territory * Responsible for developing, positioning and selling the broadcast service across the region * Continually building and improving the broadband, multimedia and broadcast services thru innovative pre-sales and marketing activities. * Working closely with engineering and product team to improve delivery of Speedcast products and services. MEASAT Satellite Systems – Assistant Manager, Ground Engineering * To co-ordinate, monitor and perform all ground systems equipment and VAS maintenance and operations; * To perform anomaly / fault investigation and produce appropriate documentation / technical reports as directed; * To develop new testing procedure and suggest procedure enhancement for increase operating efficiency; * To participate in the procuring, commissioning and testing of new earth station or VAS systems. Be part of the...
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...------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- Faculty of Engineering ------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- Subject: Satellite Communication Systems ------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- Assignment Number: Project One/Part A Date Submitted: 26/10/2012 ------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- Assignment Title: Project One ------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- Student Name(s) and Number(s) Tutorial Group: ------------------------------------------------- Chao Wang 11275955 ------------------------------------------------- Declaration of Originality: ------------------------------------------------- The work contained in this assignment, other than that specifically attributed to another source, is that of the author(s). It is recognised that, should this declaration be found to be false, disciplinary action could be taken and the assignments of all students involved will be given zero marks. In the statement below, I have indicated the extent to which I have collaborated with other students, whom I have named. ------------------------------------------------- Signature ------------------------------------------------- ...
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...(International Logistic Solutions) With more than 40 years’ experience in global satellite communications, we currently provide satellite services in more than 100 countries. Our track record includes effectively delivering networks in remote or challenging locations for multinational corporations and government agencies. We are the ideal choice for satellite broadband as: We are one of the few service providers combining widespread satellite capability with extensive terrestrial network coverage, and effectively integrating the two. Our Rapid Site Setup service has been specifically designed to meet the needs of construction companies and others operating in temporary and remote locations. In addition, our satellite hubs provide high levels of resilience against power failures and other service disruptions. Operating 24/7, the hubs also deliver expert assistance should a fault occur. Rapid Site Setup is specifically designed for multinational or national organizations, such as utility, construction, manufacturing, energy companies, and Individual users, as well as government agencies. It is suitable for organization’s that: * Have temporary offices throughout the country that require access to the Internet quickly and often at short notice. * Need to connect remote or isolated offices where access to the terrestrial network is not available. * Require a prompt but temporary satellite connection until access to a terrestrial network is found. * 512 kilobits per second...
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