Device Management and service activation in WiMAX Network
In the last issue we discussed on the role of AAA in a WiMAX network. In this issue we will go deeper into understanding device management and smooth hassle free service activation for subscribers on a WiMAX network.
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Turning downturn into Upturn
While we enter 2009 with fear and uncertainty due the global economic plunge, the silver lining is the Telecom sector which is expected to grow in emerging markets while maintain a balance in developed markets. However for operators this is a challenging year and they will need to adopt creative and innovative services in 2009 to keep the customer engaged. More than just any entertainment service customers are now demanding services that enable him in his day to day activities and delivers value for money.
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WiMAX 802. 16e
WiMAX based on IEEE 802.16e, delivers cost-effective wireless broadband access for fixed and mobile services across wide geographical areas. WiMAX holds high potential for growth with its offer of high speed wireless broadband and has emerged as a highly efficient and cost-effective alternative to the scanty and expensive wire line infrastructure in remote locations.
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Convergent Rating & Charging
Implementing real-time and pre-order rating of content services is one of the most arduous tasks in implementing a 3G billing system. Content may come from various quarters bringing to fore the need for integration, and complexities in rating. The main challenge lies in integration of content systems with the service provider’s interfaces. With opportunities aplenty, the main challenge providers’ face is with the integration of convergent rating and charging with other systems such as product management, customer management, balance management, voucher & recharge management, and billing.
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Crestel Solution for Enterprise Billing
Corporate enterprises generally use MPLS and leased lines since their businesses require services that ride high on availability and performance. Service providers opt for enterprise billing solutions that help them manage operations and streamline processes of these services right from account acquisition, provisioning, to billing of customers. Rapid deployment of plans, bundling tariff with committed quality of service, flexible rating and billing are critical needs from the solution.
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CRESTEL launches Wholesale VoIP Solution
Voice over IP, or VoIP, is one of the fastest growing areas of the telecom industry. Statistics suggest that the total worldwide VoIP subscriber-base increased by 34 million during 2006. It is predicted that by 2011, the worldwide consumer VoIP market will be worth $44 billion. Buying wholesale VoIP services and equipment and reselling them, is definitely the best opportunity for both Wholesale VOIP Providers and Resellers to get rewarding returns.
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Voice Interconnect
More and more providers are now partnering with each other to offer varied services and effective pricing to their customers through Interconnect. Statistics prove that interconnect is the second largest revenue generator for providers. Alongwith its advantages, it also opens a can of concerns including complexities in rating, billing, revenue management and settlement posed by multi-disciplinary partners bundling multiple services in a single package.
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Creating New Revenue Streams By Combining Policy Control & Rating
Service providers are at a juncture where they’ve been successful in living upto customer’s expectations through effective service delivery by Policy Control. However, the real challenge for them lies in generating new revenue streams by monetizing this differentiation by combining Policy Control with Rating.
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CRESTEL Subscriber Service Selection System (SSSS)
Changing market dynamics and economics are compelling providers to offer quality bundled-services at competitive rates. Telcos have moved on from conventional technology to IP, which has emerged as today’s most supple and ubiquitous technology.
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Crestel IPTV Solution
In the near future, IPTV will be a synonym for means of entertainment. IPTV Ecosystem brings tremendous opportunities for service providers, content providers, broadcasters and OSS/BSS Vendors. It also poses technology and business challenges to service providers
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