The world of OSS is rapidly changing so there are always news-worthy stories floating about
Verizon launches industry-leading large OpenStack NFV deployment. Verizon has completed the industry’s largest known Network Function Virtualization OpenStack cloud deployment across five of its U.S. data centers. The NFV project, which began in 2015, created a production design based on a core and pod architecture that provides the hyperscale capabilities and flexibility necessary to meet […]
Consolidated Communications Simplifies Service Delivery with Enhanced OSS Capabilities from Netcracker. Netcracker Technology announced that Consolidated Communications, a leading business and broadband communications provider, went live with an upgraded Netcracker Service Order and Resource Management solution. The additional functionality includes an access service request integration module, which will help Consolidated Communications automate the assignment of […]
Redknee Renews Multi-Year Contract to Enhance the Competitive Positioning of TIM Brazil. Redknee Solutions announced that it has won a multi-year renewal of its software and services contract with TIM Brazil. Redknee will provide an end-to-end solution that includes new software capabilities, managed services, and support services that enable the company to secure its position […]
Huawei Signs MOU under OSSii with NETSCOUT. Huawei announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NETSCOUT. The MOU allows NETSCOUT’s TrueCall® geoanalytics platform to access Huawei OSS interfaces under Operations Support Systems interoperability initiative (OSSii). Huawei has previously signed MOUs with several independent service vendors within OSS field. This MOU is […]
Huawei’s Heavy Investment in Five IoT Solutions. At the Huawei Global Analyst Summit (HAS) 2016, Huawei announced the Internet of Things (IoT) as one of its strategic priorities. Drawing on its long-term investment and expertise in ICT, Huawei has made impressive breakthroughs with its five IoT solutions. The company is also committed to building a […]
SkyLine Membership Corporation Deploys Centina Systems for Fault, Performance and Network Management. Centina Systems announced that SkyLine Membership Corporation has deployed its NetOmnia™ suite of solutions for fault, performance and network management. Headquartered in West Jefferson, North Carolina, SkyLine Membership Corporation is a full-service provider of telecommunications and network services for business and residential customers. […]
Vivo Accelerates Service Delivery Capabilities by Upgrading Netcracker Solution. Netcracker Technology announced that Vivo, the largest telecommunications service provider in Brazil, is upgrading Netcracker’s Activation Manager solution to streamline the process of bringing innovative new services to market. The upgraded solution’s newer features will support Vivo’s long-term business growth strategies and reduce total cost of […]
PLDT Capital invests in MATRIXX Software. PLDT through its investment arm, PLDT Capital, has invested US$5 million in California-based MATRIXX Software, provider of real-time, integrated infrastructure for the business of digital service providers. PLDT mobile subsidiary SMART Communications is also deploying MATRIXX Software’s real-time Digital Commerce platform for its mobile business. MATRIXX will enable SMART, […]
Telefónica Germany Delivers More Sophisticated Enterprise Services with Netcracker BSS. Netcracker Technology announced that Telefónica Germany has upgraded and extended its use of Netcracker’s Revenue Management solution. The new version of the solution and increased support will enable Telefónica Germany to simplify and accelerate its rating and billing processes for its B2B operations. With more […]
Bhutan Telecom selects Ericsson for BSS overhaul. Bhutan Telecom has contracted Ericsson to transform its billing systems into a single environment supporting mobile, fixed line and broadband services. The operator has signed a BSS transformation contract with Ericsson covering the provision of a convergent platform for all billing needs. Ericsson will be responsible for design, […]
SmarTone Upgrades Netcracker Revenue Management Solution to Simplify Billing Operations. Netcracker Technology announced that it has been selected to upgrade and extend its relationship with SmarTone. As part of the agreement, Netcracker will upgrade its leading-edge Revenue Management solution and extend its Systems Integration and Professional Services arrangement with SmarTone. SmarTone is a leading telecommunications […]
Cisco Completes Acquisition of Jasper to Accelerate Enterprise IoT. Cisco (NASDAQ:CSCO) has completed its $1.4B acquisition of Jasper, a privately held company based in Santa Clara, Calif. Jasper’s industry-leading cloud-based Internet of Things (IoT) service platform enables companies of all sizes to rapidly and cost-effectively launch, manage and monetize IoT services on a global scale. […]
Three Ireland enters into five-year €65m managed services contract with Amdocs. Three announced that it has signed a contract worth €65m with Amdocs, the leading provider of customer experience solutions, for strategic services and solutions to support Three Ireland in its IT digital transformation, which includes the integration of former O2 IT systems, the elimination […]
Cisco Unveils Digital Network Architecture to Accelerate Customer Digital Transformation. Digitization is transforming businesses in every industry, opening up a $2.1 trillion global market opportunity by 2019, according to IDC*. The path to digitization requires a digital network that evolves beyond just connectivity. This new network will enable business innovation, generate insights and create customer […]
Ericsson and MediaTek complete Wi-Fi calling interoperability testing and by that expand the device ecosystem. Ericsson and Mediatek (a chipset vendor) support growing the Wi-Fi calling device eco-system with more commercial chipsets tested towards mobile networks. This grows the device ecosystem with more commercial Wi-Fi calling enabled smartphone brands and models for more markets. Operators […]
Elitecore wins major Indian deals for Multiplay SMP. Elitecore has won two major contracts with wireline operators in India for its Elitecore Multiplay Service Management Platform (SMP). A large pay TV operator has adopted the platform to help fulfil its ambition to become a provider of innovative broadband services along with its pay TV offerings […]
Telefonica and Huawei join forces to develop the Smart Home category in Latin America. Telefónica and Huawei announced they are joining forces to develop the Smart Home category in Latin America. Using Huawei´s cloud based platform and a jointly designed exclusive user experience, Telefónica will provide their Latin American customers with an innovative Smart Home […]
TECH MAHINDRA AND COMPTEL ENVISAGE AN INTELLIGENT FUTURE FOR TELCO BILLING. New Proof of Concept Will Showcase How Digital and Communications Service Providers Can Deliver a Higher Level of Customer Engagement at a Lower Cost Comptel Corporation (OMX Helsinki: CTL1V) and Tech Mahindra, a specialist in digital transformation, consulting and business re-engineering announced their collaboration […]
Ericsson’s OSS/BSS suite to power better customer experiences for STC subscribers. Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and STC, Saudi Arabia, have signed an extensive operations support system/business support system (OSS/BSS) deal that provides seamless access to the latest Ericsson software innovations, features and services. As a result of the agreement, STC can deliver an improved customer experience […]
Ericsson selected as hyperscale cloud and NFV partner by XL Axiata. Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has been selected by XL Axiata, a leading telecommunications operator in southeast Asia, to transform its network through the deployment of disaggregated architecture. Ericsson will deploy its full stack cloud solution, including the Ericsson Hyperscale Datacenter System 8000 based on Intel […]
