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Experts Tackle CPE-IP Interoperability
at Channel Partners Event
Cbeyond, CTAP, tekVizion Share Perspectives
on Successfully Building Converged Networks
CHICAGO (Sept. 6, 2005) – Three VoIP convergence
experts will advise PHONE+ 2005 Fall Channel Partners Conference
& Expo attendees that SIP standards and interoperability testing
are critical integrity of converged networks.
In a 50-minute educational session slated for Sept. 20, executives
from Cbeyond Communications, Converged Technology Application
Partners (CTAP) and tekVizion™ PVS, Inc., will share their
perspectives on issues related to bridging the CPE-to-IP network
interoperability gap.
The three companies endorse standards-based technologies, such
as Cbeyond’s
SIP solution for IP PBXs, that accelerate and enhance adoption
of VoIP networks. As a systems integrator and distribution channel
for converged solutions, CTAP sells and maintains customers’
TDM and IP CPE, while tekVizion offers a unique and comprehensive
range of testing services including interoperability and certification,
compliance and solution testing.
“Typically, customers do not migrate the entire enterprise
to a new IP platform all at once,” observes Max Adams CTAP’s
president/CEO. “They conduct a phased approach to implementing
new technology. It’s important for a thorough network assessment
to be completed to ensure that the existing backbone is capable
of supporting added technology. Interoperability testing is also
crucial to any customer’s success with VoIP."
“Interoperability among equipment from multiple vendors
is essential to the migration to an all-IP network,” agrees
Chris Gatch, Cbeyond’s CTO. “Another essential step
toward realizing the full potential of VoIP is direct IP peering
between IP PBXs.”
“Ultimately, ensuring the integrity of the network is the
goal of any technology-based solution,” adds Tracy Venters,
tekVizion’s vice president of solutions engineering. “The
need for interoperability testing and certification won’t
go away because networks are always going to be unique and SIP
will continue to evolve.”
During the panel, which will include time for questions and answers,
the trio will provide more details on their firms’ approaches
to combining legacy and IP networks so that all parts interoperate
reliably to deliver the enhanced services that make converged
networks so attractive.
About the Channel Partners Conference & Expo
The PHONE + Fall 2005 Channel Partners Conference & Expo takes
place Sept. 20 to 22, 2005, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. The
most comprehensive trade show for the indirect sales channel serving
the convergent communications market, the expo expects to draw
more than 2,000 participants and more than 100 exhibitors. The
theme of this fall’s event is, “Your Solutions Provider
Blueprint.” More information:
http://www.phoneplusmag.com/channelpartners/chicago2005
About CTAP
CTAP, Converged Technology Application Partners, provides state-of-the-art
telecommunications products and services nationwide, implementing
the convergence of voice and data network solutions as well as
the applications that ride on this infrastructure, giving customers
the competitive advantage they need to be successful in today’s
economy. CTAP is uniquely positioned as a system integrator that
has the capability to manage both the customers’ network
as well as premise requirements. In concert with joint partnerships,
CTAP provides best of class services and solutions. CTAP is privately
held and headquartered in Richardson, Texas. For more information,
please visit the Web site at www.ctap.com
or call (888) 879-2827.
About Cbeyond Communications
Cbeyond Communications, a privately held, Atlanta-based Managed
Services Provider is a leader in the emerging local voice and
broadband services market and manages a 100% Voice over Internet
Protocol (VoIP), facilities-based, private, local phone network.
Using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and a Cisco-powered
network, Cbeyond delivers to small business customers in Atlanta,
Chicago, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Denver and Houston an integrated package
of high quality local and long distance telephony services, high-speed
Internet access and Internet-based applications for about the
same price that small businesses typically pay for local and long
distance service alone. For more information on Cbeyond Communications,
visit www.cbeyond.net.
About tekVizion PVS, Inc.
tekVizion (www.tekvizion.com)
has set the new standard for systems integration in the telecommunications
industry. tekVizion’s core services include consulting,
custom applications, integration and support, and testing through
tekVizion Labs™-- the first interoperability certification
lab of its kind. tekVizion Labs offers a full suite of testing
services including interoperability, solution, conformance, product
compliance/ assessments and outsourced testing. tekVizion helps
service providers achieve a smooth transition to packet-voice
networks, speeding delivery of integrated services. tekVizion
leverages its real-world, multi-vendor integration and test experience
and proven processes to provide leading vendors, carriers, and
enhanced service providers with solutions that meld legacy and
next-generation resources. tekVizion's headquarters, which includes
its state-of-the-art test lab and Executive Briefing Center, is
within the Telecom Corridor® in Richardson, Texas.
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