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Alcatel-Lucent: Telefonica O2 in the Czech Republic selects Alcatel-Lucent to support a wide range of next-generation subscriber messaging services(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) RDATE:12022009 Paris -- Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) today announced that it has been selected by Telefonica O2 Czech Republic, a major fixed and mobile service provider, to support the launch of a range of next-generation messaging services for its subscribers.[ ]Thanks to the new converged messaging platform from Alcatel-Lucent, Telefonica O[2]'s mobile and fixed customers will now be able to access a range of innovative services in addition to traditional voice mail services. Using a Web-based interface, customers can choose how and when they receive their messages; the service supports Czech, Slovak and English languages. As part of a five-year contract - which includes project management, software integration, deployment and maintenance - Alcatel-Lucent has migrated voicemail boxes for 2.2 million fixed line and mobile customers in a record-breaking six weeks. A key feature of this end-to-end mailbox migration has been the movement of user greetings, announcements and personal options for all subscribers from legacy systems to the new, converged infrastructure, all while ensuring an uninterrupted and seamless transition for Telefonica O[2']s subscribers. About the Alcatel-Lucent solution For the project Alcatel-Lucent is supplying its 5100 Converged Messaging System, an IP-based platform that supports next-generation converged IP messaging, basic voice mail and unified messaging services, the 5150 Messaging Applications Broker platform enables subscribers choices on how, when and where to be notified and receive messages and the 5155 WebDesk, which enables subscribers to manage their personal options from their desktop. About Telefonica O2 Czech Republic Telefonica O2 Czech Republic is a major integrated operator in the Czech Republic. It is now operating more than seven million lines, both fixed and mobile, making it one of the world's leading providers of fully converged services. The organization offers the most comprehensive portfolio of voice and data services in this country. It is paying special attention to the exploitation of the growth potential, particularly in the data and Internet sector. Telefonica O2 Czech Republic operates the largest fixed and mobile network including a 3rd generation network, CDMA (for data), and UMTS, enabling voice, data and video transmission. Telefonica O2 Czech Republic is also a notable provider of ICT services. About Alcatel-Lucent Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) is the trusted partner of service providers, enterprises and governments worldwide, providing solutions to deliver voice, data and video communication services to end-users. A leader in fixed, mobile and converged broadband networking, IP technologies, applications and services, Alcatel-Lucent leverages the unrivalled technical and scientific expertise of Bell Labs, one of the largest innovation powerhouses in the communications industry. With operations in more than 130 countries and the most experienced global services organization in the industry, Alcatel-Lucent is a local partner with a global reach. Alcatel-Lucent achieved revenues of Euro 16.98 billion in 2008 and is incorporated in France, with executive offices located in Paris. CONTACT: Alcatel-Lucent Press Office e-mail: [email protected] WWW: http://www.alcatel-lucent.com ((M2 Communications Ltd disclaims all liability for information provided within M2 PressWIRE. Data supplied by named party/parties. Further information on M2 PressWIRE can be obtained at http://www.presswire.net on the world wide web. Inquiries to [email protected])). Copyright ? 2009 M2 Communications Ltd. |