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The importance of digital connectivity has increased significantly over the years. The absence of a high-quality internet connection is having an increasingly negative impact on the living and business climate of the province. Telecoms and ICT form the foundation of much of the economic activity in the Netherlands. Poor digital accessibility in the province of Zuid-Holland exacerbates the disadvantage of rural areas. Upgrading this infrastructure can prevent entrepreneurs and residents from leaving. Enhancing these facilities can help fill the (growing) vacancy in the less densely populated island municipalities and areas of Zuid-Holland.
Therefore, the province is in need of information regarding the availability of high-speed internet in rural areas and schools. They also seek insights into various technological options for achieving high-speed internet and a rough estimate of connection costs that are typical for a specific technology or area. To this end, they have tasked Dialogic with conducting research on:
- The extent and location of the so-called 'white area' at postcode and house number level;
- The current situation regarding high-speed internet in schools;
- Various available technologies for high-speed internet and their pros and cons;
- Cost estimates for connecting different types of white areas and technologies.
