MVNOs: operators as bit-pipes and outsourcing service creation

I read the post below and it then occurred to me:

The operator is just a bit-pipe for these MVNOs. And, with MVNOs, the operator is effectively outsourcing service creation and customer acquisition. And the risk is heavily with the MVNO, which mean that they have to work hard to provide value and succeed.

Hmm, that sounds great for everyone. Bring it on!

Link: Mobile Slate: Six Of One, Half Dozen Of Another.

There are roughly 6 MVNOs (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) in the USA before 2006. I thought that would be enough, but in this ever changing landscape 6 more have popped on to the scene for 2006.