ECI Telecom adds MPLS to micro MSPP

DECEMBER 8, 2008 -- ECI Telecom (search for ECI Telecom) has enhanced its BroadGate (BG) line of micro multi-service provisioning platforms (ν MSPP) with Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) capabilities, building on its 1Net framework promise of offering operators a smooth migration to all-IP next-generation networks.

ECI says the MPLS-enhanced BG platform complements its MPLS-based and MEF-certified platforms, the XDM family of MSPPs and the 9000 family of Carrier Ethernet Switch Routers (CESR), delivering end-to-end, access to core, carrier-class Ethernet services. The entire product line is centrally managed by ECI's LightSoft unified network management. 

"Service providers see MPLS as a key ingredient in their migration to all packet networks," reports Michael Howard, principal analyst at Infonetics Research. "Our research with service providers around the globe indicates that the majority want IP/MPLS functions in their MSPPs, which allow them to leverage existing investments when integrating carrier-class Ethernet capabilities into their infrastructure. By extending MPLS to the BroadGate metro access platform, ECI adds important functionality for the enforcement of hard QoS across network domains and the guarantee of quality of experience in the delivery of residential triple-play, 3G mobile services, and VPNs for businesses," he contends.  

"Today's service providers are looking for scalable and flexible platforms to support the gradual migration to all-IP networks," adds Alon Moshes, head of ECI Telecom's MSPP line of business. "By enhancing the BG with MPLS capabilities, we round out our MPLS offerings for our entire transport product line, from core to access. This demonstrates our commitment to providing our customers with future-proof solutions as well as the flexibility to migrate to packet-based networks at their own pace, making additional investments only as business cases mature," he says.

ECI says its 1Net framework focuses on optimal transition to next-generation networks through the cost-effective and gradual introduction of new revenue generating services, with fast time to market and low total cost of ownership while leveraging carriers' existing infrastructure.  

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