2.2 Replanning objectives

In order to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the 806-960 MHz band, the replanning objectives, in no particular order, are to:

• Increase technical efficiency through introduction of more efficient technologies and reduction of fragmentation of allocations and channelling;
• Minimise unused or under-utilised spectrum including guard bands;
• Take account of technical drivers for change, such as technological changes, and demand for new or additional services or technologies;
• Address any sub-bands where demand for spectrum exceeds current supply;
• Harmonise the band, to the extent possible, with those of our major ICT trading partners in order to take advantage of economies of scale and new technologies; and
• Ensure that the band is managed under the appropriate regime to encourage efficient use of allocations.