Network engineering

Asian Pacific Islander American Scholars Announces Interim Board Chair and Interim Board Vice-Chair

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Friday, January 5, 2024
AT&T, AAPI, Government, Student, Research, Regent, Network engineering, National Geographic Partners, Executive, Digital divide, Wescom Credit Union, Gene, University, The Walt Disney Company, Interim, History, Management

WASHINGTON, Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Asian Pacific Islander American Scholars (APIA Scholars), the nation's largest organization dedicated to AAPI higher education success through scholarships, programs, and research and advocacy for AAPI students, announces Jeff Luong, Vice President of Network Engineering at AT&T, as the Interim Chair of the Board of Directors and Nancy Lee, Executive Vice President, International Business Operations and Chief of Staff to the CEO, at The Walt Disney Company as the Interim Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors. Both will serve through December 31, 2024 and will lead a 19-member all-volunteer Board of Directors committed to eliminating financial barriers to student success.

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  • Both will serve through December 31, 2024 and will lead a 19-member all-volunteer Board of Directors committed to eliminating financial barriers to student success.
  • "This is a significant moment in the history of our organization as we celebrate our 20th anniversary.
  • He also serves on the board of Wescom Credit Union, a $6B financial institution with 24 branches and over 200,000 members throughout Southern California.
  • She also serves on the board of directors of National Geographic Partners, as well as the Georgetown University Law Center Alumni Board.

EdgeUno Improves Network Connectivity in Brazil and Mexico with Ciena’s WaveLogic 5 Nano 400ZR Pluggables

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Technology, Electronic Games, Entertainment, Online, IOT (Internet of Things), Carriers and Services, Other Technology, Telecommunications, Software, Audio, Video, Networks, 5G, Internet, Mobile, Wireless, Hardware, Data Management, Consumer Electronics, Infrastructure as a service, Network engineering, Multimedia, CIEN, Carbon, NYSE, Coherence, Video game

EdgeUno , a leading infrastructure as a service (IaaS) company in Latin America, recently upgraded its data center interconnect network with Ciena’s (NYSE: CIEN) Waveserver 5 compact interconnect platform, powered by WaveLogic 5 Nano (WL5n) 400ZR coherent pluggables .

Key Points: 
  • EdgeUno , a leading infrastructure as a service (IaaS) company in Latin America, recently upgraded its data center interconnect network with Ciena’s (NYSE: CIEN) Waveserver 5 compact interconnect platform, powered by WaveLogic 5 Nano (WL5n) 400ZR coherent pluggables .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230913756557/en/
    EdgeUno’s customers in Brazil and Mexico now benefit from a more reliable and scalable network.
  • With Ciena’s WaveLogic 5 Nano 400ZR solution – the lowest-power, highest-performing 400ZR in the industry – EdgeUno has doubled its network capacity from 200G channels to 400G per channel, improved its cloud service offerings, and reduced its carbon footprint by optimizing data center space and reducing energy consumption.
  • EdgeUno is also leveraging Ciena’s edge-optimized, compact Coherent ELS open line system to achieve lower latency, operational simplicity, and deliver higher quality experiences to its customers.

CDG's New Public Cloud OSS/BSS Integration with Calix Cloud Enables Broadband Services Providers to Delight Their Customers

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Monday, August 21, 2023
Cloud, Partnership, CDG, MBS, API, ISP, New product development, CX, OSS, Network engineering, Marketing, BSS, APEX, History of science and technology, NYSE, PRTC, Automation, Internet service provider, Mobile phone, Calix

Utilizing the Calix Cloud Subscriber Services Application Programming Interface (API) and CDG's API, the integration enables the auto registration and visibility of new and updated MBS subscribers and billing information in Calix Support and Marketing Cloud.

Key Points: 
  • Utilizing the Calix Cloud Subscriber Services Application Programming Interface (API) and CDG's API, the integration enables the auto registration and visibility of new and updated MBS subscribers and billing information in Calix Support and Marketing Cloud.
  • The recently enhanced API improves automation and data accuracy and simplifies the creation and provisioning of subscriber broadband services for providers by reducing manual tasks.
  • "We are excited to expand our integration with Calix and committed to creating single-pane experiences for providers and subscribers across the Calix and CDG platforms," said Mike Chalk, CDG's VP of Product Development.
  • "CDG and Calix share a common mission to help empower our customers and the subscribers they serve," said Skip Hirvela, Vice President of Sales Partnerships at Calix.

Vyve Broadband Partners with IP Infusion and RocNet Supply to Upgrade Network

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Internet, Hardware, Data Management, VoIP, Northland Communications, Human, Network engineering, NOS, Documentation, Gigaom, Architecture, Growth, MSO, Automation, Mobile phone

With this upgrade, Vyve is replacing an existing NOS installation by utilizing a variety of white box network hardware from Edgecore Networks .

Key Points: 
  • With this upgrade, Vyve is replacing an existing NOS installation by utilizing a variety of white box network hardware from Edgecore Networks .
  • This upgraded network provides seamless operation with existing network equipment, while meeting the demand brought on by rapid customer growth.
  • Vyve Broadband is a leading national provider of high-speed data, video, and voice services, offering connectivity and entertainment solutions to residential and business customers.
  • New York-based RocNet Supply , a specialist in broadband and fiber network infrastructure, provided design and testing expertise to ensure a seamless deployment.

Triangle Communications Upgrades and Expands Broadband Network with Ribbon's IP Wave Solutions

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Monday, May 15, 2023
Partnership, Life, Internet, Network engineering, Rural marketing, IP, Growth, NPT, Cable television, Ribbon

PLANO, Texas, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global provider of real time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions to many of the world's largest service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure operators to modernize and protect their networks, today announced that Triangle Communications, a regional provider of high-quality communications services to customers in Montana, has upgraded its network with Ribbon's IP Optical solutions.

Key Points: 
  • "Reliable internet connection is essential for today's business operations and everyday life, which is why we're committed to providing our customers with the best possible service," said Frank Munson, Network Engineering Manager, Triangle Communications.
  • Selecting Ribbon to spearhead our network upgrade was an easy decision to make as we prepare for significant growth in broadband usage."
  • Leveraging Ribbon's NPT IP Routing and Apollo Optical Transport solutions, Triangle Communications upgraded outdated legacy transport and packet equipment to dramatically increase the capacity of its broadband network, which stretches 24,000 square miles from Chester to Malta and from the Canadian border to the Wyoming border.
  • By modernizing its network, Triangle Communications is now able to deliver faster internet speeds to residential and business customers.

Triangle Communications Upgrades and Expands Broadband Network with Ribbon's IP Wave Solutions

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Monday, May 15, 2023
Partnership, Life, Internet, Network engineering, Rural marketing, IP, Growth, NPT, Cable television, Ribbon

PLANO, Texas, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global provider of real time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions to many of the world's largest service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure operators to modernize and protect their networks, today announced that Triangle Communications, a regional provider of high-quality communications services to customers in Montana, has upgraded its network with Ribbon's IP Optical solutions.

Key Points: 
  • "Reliable internet connection is essential for today's business operations and everyday life, which is why we're committed to providing our customers with the best possible service," said Frank Munson, Network Engineering Manager, Triangle Communications.
  • Selecting Ribbon to spearhead our network upgrade was an easy decision to make as we prepare for significant growth in broadband usage."
  • Leveraging Ribbon's NPT IP Routing and Apollo Optical Transport solutions, Triangle Communications upgraded outdated legacy transport and packet equipment to dramatically increase the capacity of its broadband network, which stretches 24,000 square miles from Chester to Malta and from the Canadian border to the Wyoming border.
  • By modernizing its network, Triangle Communications is now able to deliver faster internet speeds to residential and business customers.

Verizon customers make up 60% of Super Bowl LVII attendees

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Monday, February 13, 2023
Super Bowl LVI, Investment, NYSE, Westgate Entertainment District, State Farm Stadium, RSS, Super Bowl, NFL, City, VZ, TB, HD, Network engineering, Cable television, Entertainment, Verizon Communications

The data usage by Verizon customers was up 36% over the 30.4TB used at Super Bowl LVI in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The data usage by Verizon customers was up 36% over the 30.4TB used at Super Bowl LVI in 2022.
  • “Verizon customers shared their in-game experiences like never before,” said Phillip French, Vice President of Network Engineering for Verizon.
  • Phoenix residents, tourists, public safety agencies and businesses throughout the Valley area will benefit from Verizon’s network investments long after the clock runs out on Super Bowl LVII.
  • Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $136.8 billion in 2022.

Jeff McCorpin to Retire from LBMC Technology Solutions, Stacy Schuettler to Serve As CEO

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023
Professional Services, Data Management, Security, Technology, Software, Consulting, Accounting, Microsoft, Network engineering, Corporate title, Managed services, Multimedia, Office Business Applications, Retirement, Growth, Culture, Management

LBMC Technology Solutions , a leading technology consulting firm headquartered in Brentwood, TN, announced today the retirement of founder and CEO Jeff McCorpin after 26 years of service.

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  • LBMC Technology Solutions , a leading technology consulting firm headquartered in Brentwood, TN, announced today the retirement of founder and CEO Jeff McCorpin after 26 years of service.
  • Current President, Stacy Schuettler , will serve as CEO of the company going forward.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230103005836/en/
    Stacy Schuettler current President of LBMC Tech will now serve as the new CEO following the retirement of founder and CEO Jeff McCorpin.
  • President Stacy Schuettler will assume the role of CEO and continue to lead the organization’s strategic vision and growth as she has for the past 15 years.

NGA, Verizon, Logan County (W. Va.) deploy nation's first End State NENA i3

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Friday, December 16, 2022
Cloud, Real-time text, State, Voice over LTE, RTT, PSAP, Network engineering, NGA, Government, Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, Quality of life, Mission, Public security, Failure, West End State School, Next Generation 9-1-1, Safety, I3, ALI, NENA, State of emergency, CHS, Renewable energy, Satellite navigation device, Verizon Communications

LOGAN COUNTY, W.Va., Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Next Generation Advanced (NGA) and Verizon announced today that they have deployed the nation's first National Emergency Number Association (NENA) i3 End State in Logan County, West Virginia.

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  • LOGAN COUNTY, W.Va., Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Next Generation Advanced (NGA) and Verizon announced today that they have deployed the nation's first National Emergency Number Association (NENA) i3 End State in Logan County, West Virginia.
  • Verizon Wireless's 9-1-1 VoLTE calls no longer use a legacy selective router and ALI services in Logan County.
  • Verizon and NGA have set the bar high for the industry's Next Generation 9-1-1 deployments by realizing End State NENA i3.
  • Ted Sparks, Director of Logan County Emergency Operations 911 said, "NENA End State has immediately and positively impacted my Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Operations.

Aviz Launches ONES, Industry’s First SONiC Supportability Stack

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Automotive, Automotive Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, VoIP, Mobile, Wireless, Semiconductor, Other Defense, Security, Contracts, Satellite, Nanotechnology, Audio, Video, Defense, Supermarket, Transport, Supply Chain Management, Other Technology, Online Retail, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Department Stores, Internet, Hardware, Retail, Electronic Design Automation, Data Management, Consumer Electronics, Technology, Other Automotive, Cloud, EOS, Sonic, Software, OEM, Network, SRE, Network operating system, Data center, Adoption, AND, Cumulus Networks, SLA, NVIDIA, House, Aviz, NetOps, Ecosystem, Silicon, Partnership, Cisco NX-OS, ONES, Network engineering, Solution, AI, Telemetry, Research, EBay, NOS, SONIC, Community, CEO, Video game console, Ethernet

ONES is an outcome of 4+ years of SONiC community leadership from the Aviz team, along with 18 months of supporting SONiC in production environments for customers.

Key Points: 
  • ONES is an outcome of 4+ years of SONiC community leadership from the Aviz team, along with 18 months of supporting SONiC in production environments for customers.
  • Aviz ONES supports Community SONiC and its vendor-specific distributions and provides an unparalleled level of NetOps capabilities for switches running SONiC.
  • At the Open Networking Day with SONiC community event hosted by Aviz this past September, the need for a SONiC support stack was articulated well by Aldrin Isaac, who runs the Network Engineering team at eBay.
  • Aviz multi-vendor SONiC support via their ONES platform helps address this gap in the SONIC ecosystem.