Sonus Networks, a market leader in IP communications infrastructure, today announced that its solutions for wireless carriers have been certified as part of PathFinder, the GSMA-managed service operated by NeuStar. The PathFinder initiative is dedicated to the simple delivery of IP-based services to fixed and mobile networks, reducing the cost and complexity of providing innovative new services.
PathFinder is based on Carrier ENUM technology, facilitating an interoperable, industry-wide solution which enables the routing of global IP service interconnect traffic. The service acts as a central directory where operators share IP and fixed-line addresses to allow swift and cost-effective routing of Packet Voice, Instant Messaging (IM), Multimedia Services, email and video. By assisting the linking of an IP address to a phone number for mobile devices, fixed-line phones and IP devices, the delivery of IP-based services is made easier.
"As a PathFinder Industry Partner, Sonus Networks is pleased to be part of an important initiative which seeks to promote the introduction of new services and revenue streams," said Shailin Sehgal, vice president of marketing and product management at Sonus Networks. "Sonus is committed to building interoperable solutions to help carriers migrate seamlessly from legacy systems to their next generation network. Protecting return on previous investments while positioning for future subscriber growth and new services is more important than ever for carriers in the current economic climate."
"Sonus Networks is an important addition to the community of next generation network providers," added Steve Edwards, senior vice president of Converged Addressing at NeuStar. "As the PathFinder service moves into production, it is key to carriers planning their networks that leading industry players such as Sonus are certified interoperable with PathFinder."