Equant Unveils New Strategy

Equant announced a five point reorganization to better meet the new communications needs of multinational companies. Going forward, Equant's services expertise will be centered around five business practices: consulting; project management; service management; integration services; and managed services.


The new focus is also aimed at reinforcing Equant's Data and IP solutions. The company already serves 1,000 global businesses with IP VPNs. Equant plans to further strengthen its leadership in Europe, and increase its presence in North America. The company said its strategy is also to expand leadership in new market segments, in particular on mobility and enhanced voice offerings as part of its integrated and customized solutions.


The reorganization include the appointment of five new executives to Equant's Executive Committee: Didier Duriez, Head of Network, Managed Services & Security; Alex Gouvea, Head of Customer Care & Integration Services; William Priest, Head of Products & Solutions; Stephane Rougeot, Head of Business Development, Marketing & Communications and Mack Treece, Head of Business Operations & Services. http://www.equant.com