Mobile Cloud Computing and the Mobile Network Operator: A research project towards viable platform business model design

Simultaneous developments in the mobile telecommunications industry and in cloud computing are providing the opportunities for a mobile cloud computing (MCC) paradigm to emerge. While still in its infancy, a paradigm shift is to be expected that will create a mobile cloud ecosystem with new mobile cloud concepts and service offerings that are...

Business models for service delivery to smart homes in cooperation with Dutch grid operators

Grid operators in the Netherlands are forced by regulations to introduce the smart metering service in the Netherlands. Consumers in the household have a better insight in their energy usage using the smart metering service. There are opportunities for the grid operator to cooperate with other service providers to share costs regarding the...