- What is the coverage of the electrical network and of the telecommunication networks at national level? This must allow the definition of connectivity at the level of a city, but also identify potential white zones where connections will be limited or difficult (on the periphery for example).
- What is the rate of household ownership of telephones, smartphones, tablets and computers? How is this penetration rate distributed over the territory?
- Who are the local operators of mobile phones and internet service providers, their partners, their equipment (capacity of the servers, data centres…) and their prices? This must allow the identification of potential partners, service offers, the players seeking to develop their market, and also financial accessibility for the population.
- What are the applications for local use on the mobile application stores in the domains of transportation, catering, tourism or local media…?
- What is the accuracy and richness of the information on the online mapping systems (OpenStreetMap or Google Map)? They can serve as indicators of the vitality of a sector and of digital professionals on the territory concerned.
- What is the offer of cybercafés and possible third places
Third places
Correspond to social environments other than home and work. These are physical spaces where individuals can meet, come together and exchange informally in response to the needs of a community present. Third places all have their own personality, depending on their location and the community that is present there. Co working spaces are considered specific third places.
(co working spaces, fab labs
Fab labs
Abbreviation of “Fabrication laboratory”: place open to the public where all sorts of tools are made available, in particular machine-tools driven by computer (3D printers, laser cutting, etc.), for the design and production of objects. In the form of a company or cooperative, these premises assemble communities of computer experts, designers and artists.
)? This evaluation can give hints for identifying the stakeholders of the sector, or even potential financers or business angels
Business angels
Providential investors: private individuals possessing successful entrepreneurial experience who invest in a young company. Their support is financial, but also includes coaching based on experience, networking and skills development. The business angel provides special support to the young firm in the design and execution of their idea.
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