The ITU and Managing Satellite Orbital and Spectrum Resources in the 21st Century [Paperback]

Access to satellite orbits and spectrum is managed by the ITU, a United Nations body that strives to extend the benefits of new technologies to the world, while ensuring equitable access to these resources. This book explores how the ITU approaches these dual missions in light of the increasing saturation of the geostationary orbit by a vibrant global satellite industry and the rising interests of developing countries in accessing these limited resources. These issues were the subject of debate at the 2012 World Radiocommunication Conference. This book describes and assesses various regulatory approaches undertaken to manage the increasing requests for access to space and especially access to spectrum and orbital locations in the geosynchronous or The Clarke orbit.Introduction.- Background.- The Challenges.- Results and Analysis.- Conclusions and Recommendations.Audrey L. Allison is the director of Frequency Management Services, for the Boeing Company.? In this role, she leads Boeings domestic and international spectrum management in support of Boeing products, testing and operations  including licensing, compliance, and strategic regulatory planning and policy development.? She also represents Boeing on a broad range of industry telecommunication policy and spectrum advocacy before the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the Inter-American Telecommunication Commission (CITEL), and U.S. government agencies, such as the Federal Communication Commission (FCC).???
In 2012, Allison was reelected by the ITU Radiocommunication Assembly to serve as a vice-chair of the ITUs Radiocommunication Advisory Group in Geneva, Switzerland, for a second 4-year term.? She also serves as a Board Member of the United States ITU Association and as an Alternate Board Member of the Satellite Industry Association. She is the Chair of the FCCs World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee Working Group on Aeronautical, Maritime, and Radar issues.? She previols†