First came smartphones, now we need smarter networks

Paris, France – 25 October 2010

At Broadband World Forum 2010, Nokia Siemens Networks outlines vision and approach for networks designed, managed and used smartly

Nokia Siemens Networks will showcase its focus on providing smarter networks* at Broadband World Forum 2010 in Paris from October 26 - 28. Smart networks are needed by operators to cope with the huge increase in smart devices. Smart networks provide the communications experience people expect, increase customer satisfaction and ultimately generate more revenue.

Speaking on the theme ‘Smart networks for smart business’, Bosco Novak, chief of customer operations at Nokia Siemens Networks, said: “A rethink of how all networks are built is necessary to enable operators to meet their customers’ demands. Our smarter networks combine the best mobile and fixed technology to be flexible enough to allow operators to address their customers’ needs, further improving customer satisfaction.”

As part of a series of technology showcases, the company will present :

  • Phantom DSL that aims to help operators maximize the value of existing, widely deployed copper lines;
  • A new approach to Managed Transport Services, which aims to maximize network capacity and optimize transport network running costs;
  • A sneak preview of its CloudStreet platform that allows operators to trade bandwidth in line with demand, creating a spot market for Carrier Ethernet capacity; and
  • Its ‘Security as a Service’ solution, which enables operators to offer hosted security services.

In addition to these showcases, experts from the company will conduct a series of workshops and breakout sessions to help operators fully understand the smart ways to build smarter networks.

The company is also hosting a press briefing on “Smart networks for smart devices – the pace is picking up”. It will take place :

When:           October 26, 2010 (09:15 – 11:00 am)
Where:          BBWF Paris La Défense CNIT, Level C, Room Cartier 2

About Nokia Siemens Networks

Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com

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Notes to editors:
A smarter network has a common core and common optical transport. It is all-IP based and provides a combination of fixed and mobile access to meet all customer needs. It is able to deliver context-specific services according to the user profile and location, the device, and the application’s requirements. Not only does this bring more value to the user, but also differentiates the operator’s offering from over-the-top services.