Where fiber is really required the intent is that within a few days, to install it in the home. Considerable effort is being devoted in Japan to cost reductions in component technology. This includes high density fiber panels, smaller diameter lighter weight 3000 strand fiber cables, simplified fiber splicing techniques, efficient drilling into household walls, fiber testing and monitoring devices, etc. Since 1993, Singapore has been working on its IT2000 plan that includes a NII component. In 1997, these efforts were re-energized with their Singapore ONE effort which projects a single high speed ATM backbone network to serve everyone in their area.
Efforts are industry directed with lots of new applications and services.
Kahaner indicates that recent emphasis has come not only because the project was not developing as initially scheduled, but also as a direct response to the related Malaysia competitive effort. It includes a 50-Km segment with a new international airport that will rival the airport at Singapore. Adjacent to Cyberjaya and also within the MSC will be Putrajaya, the new administrative capital for Malaysia. Most of the capital's administrative functions will eventually be moved there. In addition, a new technology or science park, competitive with the one in Singapore is well underway within the corridor.