IMS

Delivers enhanced time to revenue for operators through unified subscriber network data, application view and session control across fixed, mobile, and converged environments

Bristol, UK, January 2008 -- Veraz Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRAZ) and Apertio today announce a new IMS solution to simplify integration of applications for fixed and mobile communication service providers. The new offering combines a consolidated subscriber network database from Apertio with a unified applications view and unified session control from Veraz

The combination of Veraz ControlSwitch-USC™ and Apertio One-HSS enables communication service providers to flexibly integrate existing and new application platforms with their back office systems. This flexibility allows providers to maximize service revenue even in complex converged networks. Most significantly, it enables existing operators to offer a unified fixed-mobile IMS network using Veraz ControlSwitch-USC™ through seamless integration with an Apertio One-HLR (Home Location Register), their own HLR or a legacy HLR from a Mobile Virtual Network Enabler (MVNE) partner.

Innovations in 4G and IMS Support Demand for Mobile Video and Multimedia Services

Nortel announced it will demonstrate high-speed 4G and next-generation technologies essential to delivering quality voice, video and TV services over true mobile broadband at CTIA Wireless 2007. The wireless industry’s largest show will be held in Orlando, Florida March 27–29.

Communications Delivered by IMS-Ready Mobile Service

Telecommunications operator Telefónica SA is delivering anywhere, anytime communications in Spain with its Mobile Attendant service. The new service, powered by a Nortel* IMS-ready solution and providing personalised communications for businesses, was introduced by Telefónica at the recent 3GSM World Congress 2007 in Barcelona, Spain.

Telefónica's Mobile Attendant delivers a consistent communications experience between its wireless and wireline networks wherever needed. For example, film crews on location or construction crews in a remote region can receive advanced and personalized communications in a specific location at any time.

Mobile Attendant is one of Telefónica's first steps towards a Fixed Mobile Converged Multimedia Network, offering a more effective communication experience to users across multiple access networks.