By changing the distribution model for video content, television delivered over internet protocol (IPTV) is increasing pressure for a review of broadcast regulatory frameworks so as not to stifle innovation and the diffusion of new services. This paper examines current market trends and regulation for IPTV and also provides information on developments in the provision...

This report attempts to assess whether – and to what degree – better care coordination can improve health system performance in terms of quality and cost-efficiency. See also the annex (13) (PDF) to this paper.

The internet is part of everyday life for a billion people and is driving major changes in people's lives. This study analyses the use of Internet and broadband in detail, showing that people?s socioeconomic standing has a direct bearing on how they use the web.

This paper presents available (mainly official) statistics on the impacts of ICT and discusses a number of statistical issues associated with ICT impact measurement. It attempts to place ICT impacts measurement into an Information Society conceptual framework and suggests a number of areas for further work.

Getting family-friendly policies right will help reduce poverty, promote child development, enhance equity between men and women and stem the fall in birth-rates, according to this report, which compares the different approaches that the 30 OECD countries take to help parents balance their work and family commitments. Selected material from the report is available free...