Dialog Telekom selects Tekelec to enhance custom base
TEKELEC, a leading developer of high-performance network applications
for next-generation fixed, mobile and packet networks announced that
Dialog Telekom, Sri Lanka’s flagship telecommunications company, has
selected the Tekelec EAGLE(R) 5 Integrated Signaling System (EAGLE 5 ISS)
to support its substantial customer growth in the region.
Dialog Telekom has experienced significant subscriber growth during
recent years. With this trend set to continue, the operator required a
robust solution to support its growth as well a platform for deploying
network applications.
Tekelec’s EAGLE 5 ISS will support Dialog Telekom’s current needs
while providing a flexible platform to handle additional signaling
capabilities and applications in the future.
The implementation was carried out by Tekelec’s representative,
Keells Business Systems Limited (KBSL), which also provides other
support to Dialog Telekom.
“Tekelec’s strong reputation in signaling solutions was an important
factor in our decision to select its technologies above those of its
competitors,” said General Manager of Planning and Development at Dialog
Telekom, Mohd Rosman Mat Ali.
“Above all, however, we were particularly impressed with Tekelec’s
global experience when it comes to ensuring its products are
interoperable with a wide variety of systems and technologies.
The company’s capabilities in this area are invaluable as they enable
us to provide a highly efficient, cost-effective and scalable network to
support our customers and manage future growth”, he said.
Thusha Weerasooriya, CEO and vice president at KBSL, added, “We
appreciate the opportunity to work with Tekelec to deploy its solutions
across Dialog Telekom’s network.
Tekelec’s products are among the most impressive available today and
will ensure that Dialog Telekom is well positioned to retain its
competitive standing in the marketplace.”
Managing Director of Tekelec’s India region, Rajesh Kaul, said,
“We’re delighted to announce this implementation with Dialog Telekom.
It represents a major step forward in our strategy to expand our
business in the Indian subcontinent and also demonstrates our traction
with tier one operators around the globe.
We look forward to working with Dialog Telekom as it continues to
grow its customer base in the region.” |
