Telefonica Puerto Rico Select Nortel for Convergence

Puerto Rico and TLD (Telefonica Larga Distancia) selected Nortel Networks to converge their local, long-distance and data services onto a next generation VoIP network. The agreement includes Nortel Networks Succession Communication Server (CS) 2000, a superclass softswitch. Also included are Nortel Networks Passport Packet Voice Gateway (PVG), designed to help switch voice calls more cost-effectively; Nortel Networks Preside network management systems; and professional services ranging from network design to network operation and maintenance. Financial terms were not disclosed.



TLD and TData will also use Vero Systems AcuRoute automated optimal routing software. AcuRoute is an integrated call routing and cost management software application that enables service providers to significantly improve their margins by delivering least cost, best quality routing on their voice services.



Besides offering IP-centric business applications to corporate customers, TData will also resell and deploy Nortel Networks IP solutions, including Nortel Networks Succession 1000 IP PBX, designed to help increase productivity and mobility by optimizing business-critical applications and features. http://www.nortelnetworks.comhttp://www.verosystems.com