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Future of SMS

Working towards the sustainability and realisability of SMS as a trusted and secured channel 

 

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Building a Trusted Ecosystem

About the GLF's Work in SMS

In a period where the SMS landscape is undergoing significant transformation, bringing both innovation and challenges, SMS remains the only truly ubiquitous messaging channel. Therefore, the GLF is committed to establishing a sustainable, long-term model for SMS as a valuable communication channel.

 

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The GLF's SMS Messaging Charter

Explore the critical role of SMS in enterprise communication - from its global reach and versatility to the increasing adoption of rich communication services. The Charter lays out a framework to ensure the longevity and viability of the SMS ecosystem.   

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Future of SMS Charter

The charter has been developed by a GLF taskforce spearheaded by Nabil Baccouche, Group Chief Carrier & Wholesale Officer, e& and Alexandre Pebereau, former CEO, iBASIS. The group has consulted extensively with leading technology companies and global SMS buyers to ensure that their recommendations are supported by the industry.

The Charter has also been endorsed by the GLF Board and is supported by a new SMS Anti-Fraud Code of Conduct jointly owned by the GLF and the i3Forum.

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The SMS Task Force

The taskforce features 10 major international carriers represented by experts in the field: Airtel, Axiata, BICS, Console Connect, du, e&, HGC Global Communications, iBASIS, Orange Wholesale, stc, Telin, Telefonica and Vodafone.

The group ran strategic meetings and consultations with a wide range of leading industry players to define a cohesive plan and guarantee the future of the industry.  

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Chair of the GLF's Future of SMS Taskforce


 

GLF's Programmes

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DIB

The key focus areas of the GLF throughout the connectivity industry. Including Tomorrow's Telco: a collaborative piece by the GLF Board as a roadmap for network transformation.

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Fraud

The key focus areas of the GLF throughout the connectivity industry. Including Tomorrow's Telco: a collaborative piece by the GLF Board as a roadmap for network transformation.

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Future of SMS

The key focus areas of the GLF throughout the connectivity industry. Including Tomorrow's Telco: a collaborative piece by the GLF Board as a roadmap for network transformation.

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IoT

The key focus areas of the GLF throughout the connectivity industry. Including Tomorrow's Telco: a collaborative piece by the GLF Board as a roadmap for network transformation.

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Network Security

The key focus areas of the GLF throughout the connectivity industry. Including Tomorrow's Telco: a collaborative piece by the GLF Board as a roadmap for network transformation.

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GLF Executive Accelerator

The key focus areas of the GLF throughout the connectivity industry. Including Tomorrow's Telco: a collaborative piece by the GLF Board as a roadmap for network transformation.

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