Within the resources available to the agency, NTIA addresses the highest priority issues in telecommunications and information today and maximizes the return on those resources by utilizing this expertise throughout its programs. Our analysts bring not only an appreciation of the complexities of developing national policies, but they also draw on technical expertise to understand how those policies will facilitate or hinder development and application expertise to gauge the impact on communities and individuals. Telecommunications and Information Environment. The telecommunications and information revolution is bringing dramatic growth and change to the nation' s economic, social, and political life. These exciting developments affect every American to some extent because nearly everyone uses telephones, televisions, computers, radio, and related technology.
Citizens receive public services and protections that rely upon telecommunications technology.
Communication is fundamental to the very organization of society and to life as it is lived today. Affordable access to telecommunications technology is becoming a basic necessity for a successful and productive life in all sectors of our society, including business, academia, industry, banking and government. The rapid growth and critical importance of the telecommunications and information industries will continue for at least the next decade, domestically and internationally. The growth of technology is defining our economy today and for tomorrow. Globally the industry is positioned for continuing growth.