Cable & Wireless
December 1999

Cable & Wireless Plc. (C&W) is probably the only operator in the world which can be truly defined as "global" (see Fig. 1). Its structure shows the two principal subsidiaries, Hong Kong Telecom and C&W Communications, and also a presence in more than 70 countries. In order to improve its service level, the efficiency of its structure and its market image, C&W's strategy has been one of refocusing.

  • First an acquisition-disposal strategy was started, in order to increase control of strategic businesses and to divest other interests where C&W has no influence or control. In parallel, C&W is trying to transform itself into an IP network service provider for business customers - and the future strategy of the company will be directed to focus its efforts on this objective. More...


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