Studies
The Study Series of WIK consist of final reports of research projects carried out by WIK.
Consumer pain point service quality
Around 2.2 million unnecessary leave days due to failed service appointments
Open Data in the EU
The public sector produces enormous quantities of data that forms valuable raw material for a data-based economy in Europe. The review of the PSI-Directive shows how this data can be made even more widely available.
Analytical Cost Model for the Subscriber Access Network – Consultation document published by the Federal Network Agency
WIK provided a consultation draft for the enhanced analytical access network cost model. The consultation document and the corresponding questions are available on the Federal Network Agency’s website since May 2nd 2018.
Emerging issues of data ownership, interoperability, (re-)usability and access to data, and liability
New study identifies significant barriers to the development of the data economy and the use of IoT, robots and autonomous Systems.
Review of the Significant Market Power (SMP) guidelines
This Study provides support to the European Commission in its revision of the 2002 guidelines on market analysis and the assessment of significant market power for electronic communications networks and services ("2002 SMP Guidelines").
More Competition by Simplifying Switching
Digital comparison tools in Germany are growing and have seizable benefits for consumers. WIK-Consult presents updated figures and insights on the development and impact of digital comparison tools in Germany.
Cross-border e-commerce and delivery services
WIK-Consult conducts a comprehensive market study for the European Commission (DG GROW) to explore developments and trends in supply of and demand for delivery solutions in the context of cross-border e-commerce.
Demand for ultrafast broadband in the UK
WIK-Consult report predicts steep growth in broadband demand in the UK.
Area-wide fibre connection of Bavaria costs 11 billion Euro
The parliamentary group of Bündnis 90/Die Grünen calls for a change in broadband promotion in Bavaria. The Greens thereby rely on the results of a study conducted by WIK.
