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This is the fourth in the Complete OSS re-write series of posts and relates to Our requirements keep changing. This series is designed to pose ideas on how the OSS industry could take a Control-Alt-Delete approach to all aspects of delivering operational support, which coincides with the inflection point underway in our industry via technologies such as […]
This is the third in the Complete OSS re-write series of posts and relates to Our data keeps deteriorating. This series is designed to pose ideas on how the OSS industry could take a Control-Alt-Delete approach to all aspects of delivering operational support, which coincides with the inflection point underway in our industry via technologies such as […]
This is the second in the Complete OSS re-write series of posts and relates to the integration tax being too high. This series is designed to pose ideas on how the OSS industry could take a Control-Alt-Delete approach to all aspects of delivering operational support, which coincides with the inflection point underway in our industry via […]
“The best edit is often a complete re-write. And maybe it’s time to start writing lots of things from scratch.” Peter Thiel (actually a notes essay from Peter Thiel’s CS183: Startup – Class 13 lecture). As the URL states, I’m passionate about OSS. But as passionate as I am for current-day OSS, I’m even more […]
Ericsson strengthens Entel’s technology leadership. Ericsson announced that Entel, based in Santiago, Chile, will undergo a Digital Telco Transformation that will position the operator for speed, efficiency and success in the Networked Society. The transformation will be enabled with a broad range of OSS/BSS solutions from Ericsson and its partners, as well as consulting and […]
Suddenlink Deploys Cloud-Based NetCracker CRM Solution to Optimize Customer Experience. NetCracker Technology announced that Suddenlink Communications, among the largest cable broadband services providers in the United States, has deployed the NetCracker CRM solution which is seamlessly integrated with the NetCracker Revenue Management capabilities. The expanded BSS suite will help Suddenlink deliver a more comprehensive customer […]
Further to yesterday’s blog about wizards and tools, I’d just like to clarify that I was talking about OSS software, not OSS people… although that’s perhaps a topic for conversation another day. 🙂
“The problem [with wizards] is that I think people expect magic. ” Peter Dart. Isn’t this so true? If you call any of your OSS tools “wizards” instead of just tools, users have a much higher expectation of what the tools can actually do? Call it a wizard and users expect to click one button […]
Telstra Health to acquire client & resource management solution business, EOS Technologies. Telstra Health has entered into an agreement to acquire Silver Chain Groups’ technology arm EOS Technologies, developers of the award winning community care management system, ComCare. Since its inception in 2010, EOS Technologies has evolved into a recognised leader in the provision of […]
“The only things we spend time and money on are things that we believe are worth more than they cost… If people aren’t buying your product, it’s not because the price is too high. It’s because we don’t believe you enough, don’t love it enough, don’t care enough.” Seth Godin on his blog here. Another […]
“Ericsson has added the new Wi-Fi calling for multi-device functionality to the existing Ericsson Wi-Fi calling solution. The Ericsson offering comprises product support in Evolved Packet Core (EPC), IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS), User Data Management (UDM) and OSS/BSS, as well as system integration services. The functionality is verified and tested end-to-end towards device brands that […]
“Analyst predicts emergence of more shared networks, sees operators separating infrastructure from retail businesses. Major telecoms operators will in future make the decision to separate their network operations from the retail side of the business.” Mary Lennighan quoting John Strand here. Not exactly ground-breaking news, but certainly an interesting concept nonetheless. As noted here almost […]
Last week here on PAOSS, we presented the double ecosystem OSS model, as shown via the two bands (red and blue) in the diagram below. The outer pairing (red) shows an OSS ecosystem that is provided by the CSP but enhanced by the CSP’s customers and used to run the customers’s e-businesses. Long-time readers will […]
Jibe Mobile has been acquired by Google. Jibe Mobile has been acquired by Google. This is an exciting day for the entire Jibe community as we embark on this new chapter. We’d especially like to thank our Carrier customers, investors, partners, and most importantly, the end users of our messaging service, for their passion and […]
Etisalat UAE, NEC and NetCracker Complete Highly Successful Virtual CPE Trial. NEC Corporation and NetCracker Technology have announced that Etisalat UAE, one of the world’s largest mobile communications service providers, has successfully completed a series of comprehensive virtual customer-premises equipment (vCPE) trials. The vCPE solution was provided through NEC’s and NetCracker’s joint business brand, NEC/NetCracker […]
Aspect Software Powers Derby Over Recovery Process Automation for du Telecom. Aspect Software, provider of fully-integrated consumer engagement, workforce optimization, and back-office solutions, announced solution partnership with Derby Group for the recovery automation process. UAE-based Derby Group, sought an outbound solution provider to deliver solution in debt recovery processes and automate processes for key client, […]
In recent weeks, we’ve followed a theme across many blogs here on PAOSS. We’ve looked at a new mode of design, delivery and approach for taking OSS to a much broader market base. The following diagrams demonstrate this new approach visually. Figure 1. above shows the current model, where an OSS vendor sells their tools […]
“Digital platforms are worthless without content. They’re shiny sacks with bells and whistles, but without content, they’re empty sacks. It is not about pixels versus print. It is not about how you’re reading. It is about what you’re reading.” Maureen Dowd In a recent post, we talked about the merits of vertical vs horizontal code […]
“Essentially, RFPs [Request for Proposal] by their very nature are already flawed. You have described the situation you are in today and you are trying to fit the new technology to that situation. Assuming you are trying to transform your business, this is a dead end before you even start.” Paul Vedam in his article […]
“The engineering bias blinds people to this simple fact. The conventional thinking is that great products sell themselves; if you have great product, it will inevitably reach consumers. But nothing is further from the truth.” Peter Thiel (actually a notes essay from Peter Thiel’s CS183: Startup – Class 9 lecture). Distribution is one of an […]
