Discontinued — last reported Q2 '19
Business Segments · Operating Income
Global Services — Operating Income
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ2 2017
Last reportedQ2 2019
Rolls up toOperating Income
How to read this metric
An increase indicates improved operational efficiency or higher margin service delivery, while a decrease may suggest rising service delivery costs or pricing pressure. Consistent growth in this metric demonstrates the segment's ability to scale profitably alongside the core hardware business.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the profitability of the Global Services business segment after accounting for direct costs and s...
Peer comparison
Peers in the networking and telecommunications equipment sector typically report similar service-segment margins, which are often higher than hardware margins due to the recurring nature of maintenance and support contracts.
Metric ID:
cien_segment_global_services_operating_income_lossSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does global services — operating income mean?
- The profit or loss generated by the Global Services business segment after subtracting its direct operating costs.