Converged services present a huge opportunity for network operators (such as mobile operators, cable MSOs and telcos) to increase ARPU and retain subscriber ownership. As broadband IP is now available across fixed, WLAN and 3G networks, network operators have the opportunity to quickly introduce new services and significantly reduce costs by shifting to an all IP-based architecture. The Internet Multimedia Subsystems (IMS) framework is driving convergence within the telecom industry, providing a standard communications infrastructure based on the ubiquitous IP transport layer. With IMS, network operators will be able to offer rich, multimedia services across all access and device types. IMS will allow network operators to introduce applications and services more quickly and cheaply, as integration time and costs are dramatically lower with an all IP-based network.

Pronto's IMS-ready UniFi Converged Services Suite is the best way for network operators to transform their networks and business models to remain competitive. Pronto's solution enables voice, data, and video to be efficiently delivered across an IP-based network. Other key characteristics include:

• High scalability supporting millions of nodes and tens of millions subscribers
• Support for both centralized and de-centralized architectures
• Ability to integrate with existing subscriber databases and legacy systems
• An open, flexible platform for quickly introducing new services
• Faster time-to-revenue at reduced costs

For more information, contact a Pronto sales representative.