Microsoft (News - Alert) Metaswitch was a division of Microsoft specializing in software and solutions for communication service providers (CSPs). Its primary focus was on helping these companies modernize their networks and deliver new services.
Metaswitch offered a range of products, including network functions virtualization platforms, VoIP solutions and cloud communication platforms. These solutions enabled CSPs to:
- Transition to cloud-based infrastructure: Virtualize network functions and deploy them more flexibly and cost-effectively.
- Introduce new services: Offer innovative communication services like VoIP, messaging, and video conferencing to customers.
- Improve operational efficiency: Streamline processes and reduce costs associated with managing communication networks.
That said, Microsoft previously announced end-of-life for their Metaswitch MaX UC offering and stated that they will sell off their Metaswitch division, which prompted many service providers to actively seek new and improved partner solutions to support their transition.
One such provider is Popp Communications. Looking to move on from Metaswitch, Popp Communications turned to Crexendo.
Crexendo, an exhibitor of ITEXPO (News - Alert) 2025 (taking place February 11-13, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida), is a software technology company that is a premier provider of cloud communication platform software and UCaaS offerings, including voice, video, contact center and managed IT services tailored to businesses of all sizes. Crexendo's cloud communications software solutions currently support over 5 million end users globally (i.e. through an extensive network of 235+ cloud communication platform software subscribers and its direct retail offering).
“Crexendo has established itself as a formidable player in the telecommunications market, experiencing remarkable success and rapid growth as evident with our recent inclusion on the Deloitte (News - Alert) Technology Fast 500 list of fastest growing companies in North America. Crexendo’s service provider partners are thriving, achieving growth rates that are nearly double the industry average,” said Jeff Korn, CEO and chairman of Crexendo. “We are excited to partner with Popp Communications during this pivotal time.”
Furthermore, Popp Communications will be going with Crexendo’s NetSapiens (News - Alert) platform.
Crexendo's NetSapiens platform is a cloud communication platform that enables service providers to deliver a range of communication services, such as voice, messaging and video conferencing, over the cloud. It is designed to help service providers modernize their networks and deliver new services to their customers.
“In an industry facing significant disruption due to Microsoft’s decision, service providers are actively seeking not only a replacement, but a superior alternative,” said Ryan Cummings, Vice President of Technology for Popp Communications. “We have thoroughly evaluated various leading platforms and concluded that Crexendo’s NetSapiens Platform is the ideal choice for us. As we seek a trusted partner, the fact that Crexendo adds over 100,000 new users every month serves as strong validation of their pedigree and innovation.”
NetSapiens provides a stable and reliable foundation for service providers. Backed by over 20 years of development and a dedicated team, the platform ensures a dependable future for Crexendo’s clients.
Crexendo is an exhibitor of ITEXPO 2025. For the latest in business communications and technology tools, solutions, and strategies that are re-shaping how businesses operate and communicate, join the conversation at ITEXPO 2024, taking place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 11-13, 2025. ITEXPO combines educational conference programming with a robust exhibit hall, networking events, and other activities, bringing together buyers and providers of business technology products and services. Crexendo will be in booth #2042 in the exhibit hall.
Edited by
Alex Passett
