[October 12, 2005] U.S. ILEC Selects MetaSolv for IP-Based Service Activation; MetaSolv to Become Strategic Service Activation Provider with Execution of Framework Agreement Tweet PLANO, Texas --(Business Wire)-- Oct. 12, 2005 -- MetaSolv Software, Inc., a global leader in comprehensive operational support system solutions for next-generation communication service providers, today announced that it has executed a framework agreement with one of the largest U.S.-based incumbent local exchange carriers (ILECs), to support service activation for this carrier's next-generation service offerings. MetaSolv was selected as the service activation platform for the ILEC's next-generation service offerings. In the initial rollout, this will include Internet and MPLS-based IP-VPNs, with future plans for enterprise and consumer VoIP, and other IP-based services the carrier plans to offer. The ILEC selected MetaSolv after a thorough analysis of competing products and vendors. The carrier required a solutions provider with strong cross-domain activation capabilities to create an efficient, seamless provisioning chain for next-generation services delivered over a range of transport and access technologies. It chose MetaSolv based on the company's demonstrable service activation leadership, technology leadership in the IP domain, its successful track record in supporting large, Tier 1 customers, and its comprehensive functionality to enable multi-service activation. "Tier 1 operators' IP-VPN business is growing significantly; consequently the demand for IP-VPN activation systems is growing as well," said Larry Goldman, partner, OSS Observer. "It is not surprising that many of these operators are selecting and standardizing on MetaSolv, one of the leading providers of next-generation IP activation systems." MetaSolv's multi-vendor, multi-service activation capabilities have been deployed by more than 75 operators in over 26 countries for an array of services including VoIP, IP-VPN, Mobile, Broadband, Voice and Data. MetaSolv's solutions are market-proven and deployed for high volume performance and scalability. MetaSolv currently provisions numerous services over multiple network technologies for approximately 200 million subscribers globally. "We are very pleased that MetaSolv's comprehensive functionality and ability to activate any service over any technology in a cost effective manner has earned us the trust of one of the largest and most innovative service providers in North America," said David Sharpley, senior vice president, marketing and product management, MetaSolv. "As this service provider's strategic activation vendor, MetaSolv will enable efficient and automated delivery of their next-generation services in a timely manner. This agreement is a clear reflection of our ability to unleash significant value to worldwide telecommunications service providers as they deploy IP-based services and further underscores our growing leadership position in service activation." About MetaSolv MetaSolv, Inc. (Nasdaq:MSLV) is a global leader in comprehensive service fulfillment software solutions for communications service providers. MetaSolv's multi-service order management, inventory management, and service activation capabilities automate the order-to-activate provisioning process for traditional and next-generation IP-based wireline and mobile service providers. More than 180 global service providers -- including Brasil Telecom, BT, Cable & Wireless, O2, T-Mobile, Vodafone, and others -- use MetaSolv's solutions to achieve increased revenues, reduced costs, and enhanced customer service. MetaSolv is a global company, headquartered in Plano, Texas. Visit http://www.metasolv.com/ for more information. MetaSolv is a registered trademark. The MetaSolv logo and MetaSolv Solution are trademarks of MetaSolv Software, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]