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Rogers Communications to deploy Harmonic CableOS

Dec. 16, 2021

Rogers will deploy cloud-native converged core platform as part of its Distributed Access Architecture (DAA) and converged fiber to the home (FTTH) initiatives.

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Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) says it has added Rogers Communications to its CableOS customer list. Rogers will deploy cloud-native converged core platform as part of its Distributed Access Architecture (DAA) and converged fiber to the home (FTTH) initiatives.

Rogers will use Harmonic's CableOS Platform for its DAA underpinnings with virtualized CMTS software and the Ripple Remote-PHY (R-PHY) node. As part of this initiative, the Canadian cable MSO to converge its data, voice and video services in the IP domain, Harmonic says.

"At Rogers, it is our top priority to deliver the latest cutting-edge technology and reliable broadband experiences to our customers," said Luciano Ramos, senior vice president of development and core engineering at Rogers. "We're proud to be working with Harmonic to bring leading DAA and virtualized solutions for our cable and converged FTTH services. Deploying a cloud-native virtualized access platform with a clear path to DOCSIS 4.0 allows us to seamlessly evolve our network, while continuing to bring the best of connectivity to our customers."

"Harmonic is thrilled to partner with Rogers Communications as they evolve and scale their network to meet the demands for ultra-fast broadband, connecting Canadians to endless opportunities via the digital highway," added Nimrod Ben-Natan, senior vice president and general manager, cable access business at Harmonic. "With our CableOS Platform, Rogers Communications is able to meet customer connectivity demands with high reliability, security and low latency."

About the Author

Stephen Hardy | Editorial Director & Associate Publisher

Stephen Hardy is editorial director and associate publisher of Lightwave and Broadband Technology Report, part of the Lighting & Technology Group at Endeavor Business Media. Stephen is responsible for establishing and executing editorial strategy across the both brands’ websites, email newsletters, events, and other information products. He has covered the fiber-optics space for more than 20 years, and communications and technology for more than 35 years. During his tenure, Lightwave has received awards from Folio: and the American Society of Business Press Editors (ASBPE) for editorial excellence. Prior to joining Lightwave in 1997, Stephen worked for Telecommunications magazine and the Journal of Electronic Defense.

Stephen has moderated panels at numerous events, including the Optica Executive Forum, ECOC, and SCTE Cable-Tec Expo. He also is program director for the Lightwave Innovation Reviews and the Diamond Technology Reviews.

He has written numerous articles in all aspects of optical communications and fiber-optic networks, including fiber to the home (FTTH), PON, optical components, DWDM, fiber cables, packet optical transport, optical transceivers, lasers, fiber optic testing, DOCSIS technology, and more.