Anritsu deploys IMS solution with major mobile operator in Eastern EU

2010-02-02

Copenhagen, Denmark, January 28 2010, Anritsu A/S, a global provider of Operations Support Systems (OSS) for advanced and converged networks, announced today that their installation in a leading mobile operator in Eastern EU has been successfully upgraded to support the next generation IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) network technology.

The IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) application is a part of Anritsu’s MasterClaw network monitoring and troubleshooting solution, which provides performance management and service intelligence. With the IMS application the operator can ensure Quality of Service for a range of new multimedia based services. IMS brings internet type applications to the subscribers regardless of access method.

“Deploying services over IMS networks is really starting to gain traction with the major mobile operators, and Anritsu is at the forefront of helping our customers with the management of their IMS service quality,” said Marketing Director Neil Tomlinson. “Like with any other service delivery, the ability to monitor and troubleshoot the service before customers actually experience any problems is paramount. With our long proven track record in the OSS market space we are seeing a lot of interest from our global customers when they are moving from traditional networks to next generation IMS solutions”.

The MasterClaw IMS solution provides network connectivity and performance analysis across SIP, DNS and Diameter protocols with the latest 3GPP release 7.

About Anritsu Corporation
Anritsu Corporation (www.anritsu.com) has been a provider of innovative communications solutions for more than 110 years. The company's solution portfolio includes test and measurement solutions and service assurance solutions that address the technology lifecycle from R&D and lab testing, to operational support systems for in-service network monitoring and service assurance. The test and measurement solutions include wireless, optical, microwave/RF and digital instruments that can be used during R&D, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance. Anritsu also provides precision microwave/RF components, optical devices, and high-speed devices for embedment into communication products and systems.

Anritsu’s award winning service assurance solutions offer an integrated portfolio of applications combining network monitoring and optimization with a unique suite of service intelligence solutions for service and customer experience management. As a long-time leader in 3G solutions, Anritsu is committed to supporting the delivery of next-generation networks, addressing emerging technologies such as LTE, HSPA Evolution, MIMO, WiMAX and high-speed optical and IP networks. Anritsu sells in more than 90 countries worldwide with approximately 4,000 employees

For more information contact
Neil Tomlinson
Anritsu Service Assurance Division, Global Marketing and Product Management Director
Tel: +45 72 11 22 00
Fax: +45 72 11 2210
Email: neil.tomlinson@anritsu.com

Kim Kisbye
Anritsu Service Assurance Division, Marketing Manager
Tel: +45 72 11 22 00
Fax: +45 72 11 2210
Email: kim.kisbye@anritsu.com