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The Structure of the Communication Industries

August E. Grant, Ph.D.*

The field of communication technologies is one of the most dynamic areas of study. One factor that makes it so dynamic is the continual flux in the organizational structure of communication industries. “New” technologies that make a major impact come along only a few times a decade. New products that make a major impact come along once or twice a year. Organizational shifts are constantly happening, making it almost impossible to know all of the players at any given time.

Even though the players are changing, the organizational structure of communication industries is relatively stable. The best way to understand the industry, given the rapid pace of acquisitions, mergers, ...

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