Schiphol Telematics Selects ECI Telecom to Provide 3-Year, End-to-End Managed Service Solution
Implementing leading technology, ongoing operations and management services for Dutch airport telecom operator.
Petah Tikva, Israel (PRWEB) April 15, 2008 -- ECI Telecom, a global provider of networking infrastructure solutions and services, today announced that Schiphol Telematics (ST), the telecom operator at Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands, has selected ECI to provide a three-year managed service contract for its next-generation networks (NGN).
ST's requirements were for one vendor to build-operate and manage this new network, providing ST with expertise, management tools and leading operations capabilities. ST provides state-of-the-art communication technology solutions to its business customers in and around Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. It also operates the telecom network for the Amsterdam national airport. As such, ST enables network, data, voice and internet services for both fixed and wireless clients. ST offers one of the largest Wi-Fi networks in Europe, and licenses cellular backhauling lines to other carriers.
ECI was selected for this partnership due to its advanced platforms and service portfolio, in-house technical expertise and proven network knowledge. ECI will provide a one-stop shop for ST's optical and access network needs, implementing and managing the entire network, while providing a high-level of Service Level Agreement (SLA) for all operations within a very secure environment.
The chosen solution package is part of ECI 1Net, a comprehensive business framework that helps carriers with the transition to NGN. The investment in the new network platform and services will enable ST to expand its value-added service offerings, increase revenue and reduce operational costs. ECI will supply its leading XDM® and BroadGate® MultiService Provisioning Platforms, its Hi-FOCuS™ MultiService Access Node, and the LightSoft® Network Management System, delivering a comprehensive access to metro core network solution.
ECI will be responsible for the new network support and implementation starting from the planning, design and delivery, through the rollout of the project, migration of the networks and deployment. Following the implementation phase, ECI will provide full support of the network management, including Network Operations Center (NOC), maintenance and field services.
"We chose ECI as our primary network supplier based on its ability to combine end-to-end solutions plus managed services allowing us to focus on growing our business and serving our customers," said Ras Lalmy, CEO of ST. "We were looking for one vendor that would meet all of our requirements. There were many vendors to choose from but only ECI was able to guarantee the high level of service we demand in our operations."
"We are very pleased to supply ST with an end-to-end solution and complete managed services," commented Rafi Maor, CEO & President of ECI Telecom. "We believe that the solution we are providing to ST will be of interest to other service providers as well. ECI solutions and services allow them to focus on revenue generating services for new customers with reduced maintenance and operational costs."
About Schiphol Telematics
ST is the telecom operator for companies in and around Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Within this dynamic environment information and communication technology is crucial. We support the specific ICT needs of companies. Our goal is crystal-clear: to offer the best solutions with an excellent service. Solutions in the area of voice, data and Internet communication, both fixed and wireless. For more information: www.st.nl.
About ECI Telecom
ECI Telecom Ltd. delivers innovative communications platforms to carriers and service providers worldwide. ECI provides efficient platforms and solutions that enable customers to rapidly deploy cost-effective, revenue-generating services.
Founded in 1961, Israel-based ECI has consistently delivered customer-focused networking solutions to the world's largest carriers. The Company is also a market leader in many emerging markets. ECI provides scalable broadband access, transport and data networking infrastructure that provides the foundation for the communications of tomorrow, including next-generation voice, IPTV, mobility and other business solutions. For more information, please visit ecitele.com.
Certain statements contained in this release may contain forward-looking information with respect to plans, projections or future performance of the Company. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, product and market acceptance risks, the impact of competitive pricing, product development, commercialization and technological difficulties as well as other risks.
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