Goals & Key Performance Indicators — Avaroa Cables Limited

Current and future strategic priorities

Short, medium and long term

Short term

Reinforce ACL as an enabler, not as an ISP
Reduce cost per Mb/s bandwidth on the Manatua cable system for the Cook Islands
Reduce dependency on a single international path by investing in route diversity for resilience and redundancy
Improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining service quality and long-term viability
Address articulated pipe concerns with repair
Create a more resilient connection for the country with failover options

Medium term

Explore options for east connectivity through Tahiti in the event of a cable break
Engage with decision-makers in Government on ICT policy issues
Work to increase cohesion in the Manatua Consortium
Investigate succession planning and resourcing support, especially for highly specialised roles

Long term

Explore a second submarine cable option for the Cook Islands
Collaborate to monetise the Manatua cable system to a point where ACL can offer a better local rate
Position ACL as a trusted advisor and technical voice in the Cook Islands telecommunications sector through regular engagement and insight sharing
Drive opportunities through the Aitutaki link
Ensure rapid restoration capability through formal marine maintenance and repair arrangements