The cost and coverage challenge of connecting rural and remote areas

Abstract

This paper describes a multi-variable analysis of cost vs coverage, as decision makers in government look at the relative cost of connecting rural and remote locations against the benefits obtained. Traditional economic models must be adjusted to allow for a fair analysis of the technical options and possible models of coverage offering flexible criteria to adjust funding and service models in different scenarios. It will also look at including the best possible outputs while pursuing the challenging concept of full connectivity in a particular geography.