紧急协商”DII”，希望完成“网络尤索医院”的项目。泰国通讯局将自己实施或委托给DII，并将从尤索基金中提供预算支持。长时间拖延后终于有进展。
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National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) chairman Dr. Sakon Bunluechatri revealed that the NBTC will expedite discussions with the Digital Economy for Development ministry on a project to provide affordable telecommunication services and social benefits under Strategic Objective 1 Strategy 1: Health Communications System, which aims to enable community health centers (primary hospitals) to use telecommunications as their main service. The board of directors has already agreed in principle with this plan using a budget framework of THB4 billion but the NBTC board meeting did not come up with conclusions regarding whether the NBTC should manage and tender for the project themselves or if they should delegate it to Digital Economy ministry (DE) instead, with the NBTC supporting funding. It is expected that the next NBTC board meeting on August 14th will have clearer details.
For this project, Dr. Sakon mentioned that while some parts of the NBTC board are in favor of supporting primary hospitals, there remains a difference of opinion regarding the method of implementation – should the NBTC proceed with it themselves or should they delegate it to DE? According to NBTC law, the organization can delegate projects to DE and transfer funding accordingly for them to utilize. In the past, DE has supported internet programs for disadvantaged people and distant areas that are already lacking infrastructure.
Previously, DE was allocated funding for the YUSOE project, which aims to support internet services in primary hospitals, but this process took a long time as it was discussed during board meetings up to 14 times without reaching conclusions. The NBTC board partly disagreed about supporting community health centers and suggested contacting the Ministry of Health to confirm the lack of healthcare facilities needing support before presenting their findings for another board meeting. However, some parts of the NBTC board questioned the cost and equipment offered by the NBTC as more expensive than a similar project done by National Telecom Corporation (NT) under budget 67 which resulted in all services being revoked from NT after October 1st, 2024 due to the government’s policy for regional offices to manage their own internet connections. The speed of internet proposed was also found lower than what primary hospitals previously received from the former project.
The NBTC board members discussed that if DE is not interested in managing this project, then the NBTC should take it up themselves since they have a track record for transparency and awards from government auditors. However, the final decision was to discuss the matter with DE first before making any definitive action.
The news highlights several potential opportunities within the telecommunications industry related to healthcare and rural infrastructure in Thailand:
1. **Affordable Telecommunication Services**: The NBTC’s plan involves providing affordable telecommunication services and social benefits under Strategic Objective 1 Strategy 1: Health Communications System. This project aims to enable community health centers (primary hospitals) to use telecommunications as their main service, emphasizing connectivity for healthcare.
2. **Digital Healthcare Implementation**: By leveraging telecommunications technology in primary hospitals, there’s an opportunity for companies involved in healthcare IT solutions, telemedicine platforms, and digital health technologies to collaborate with the NBTC or Digital Economy Ministry on this project.
3. **Rural Telecommunication Infrastructure**: The push for affordable services indicates a potential market for companies that specialize in rural telecommunication infrastructure development and deployment, including satellite communications, microwave links, and fiber optic networks.
4. **Funding and Budget Allocation**: With an allocated budget of THB4 billion (approximately $128 million), there’s room for businesses to negotiate contracts or partnerships with the NBTC or Digital Economy Ministry to secure a share of these funds. The opportunity exists in securing government procurement contracts related to this project.
5. **Technology Transfer and Licensing**: Companies could explore offering technology transfer or licensing deals for their specific solutions that can support healthcare communications systems, ensuring compatibility with existing infrastructure while also enhancing service quality and speed.
6. **Partnership and Collaboration**: Engaging with local organizations like the National Telecom Corporation (NT) could provide insights on previous projects and lessons learned, which might be useful in optimizing new initiatives or addressing any shortcomings identified by the NBTC board.
7. **Policy Influence**: Given the complexity of discussions surrounding project management responsibilities between the NBTC and Digital Economy Ministry, businesses can influence policy decisions through lobbying efforts or participating in public consultations to advocate for more favorable conditions.
To execute these opportunities:
– **Market Research**: Conduct thorough market research on the specific needs of community health centers and primary hospitals within Thailand’s rural areas.
– **Collaboration with Local Partners**: Build strategic partnerships with local telecommunications companies, healthcare organizations, or governmental bodies involved in infrastructure development.
– **Technology Integration**: Work on developing solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing telecommunication networks while offering enhanced services like telemedicine capabilities or high-speed internet access.
– **Compliance and Regulations**: Ensure all proposed solutions comply with Thai government regulations and standards for telecommunications and healthcare service delivery.
– **Negotiation Skills**: Utilize negotiation skills to secure contracts, negotiate terms of service agreements, and potentially win funding through the allocated budget.
By focusing on these areas, businesses can effectively identify and capitalize on this news as an opportunity within the Thai telecommunications market, particularly in the context of healthcare system enhancement.
泰语原文链接：https://www.dailynews.co.th/news/3727543/