Kingston Communications has deployed eight fully-configured Marconi SoftSwitches, providing the foundation of a next-generation network while supporting its existing voice and Virtual Private Network (VPN) business. Kingston’s SoftSwitch network consists of eight platforms connected in a meshed configuration but located in separate geographical zones to improve security and reliability. Initially, the operator is using its Class 4 SoftSwitch deployment to support its existing Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) network, providing features such as Indirect Access, Number Translation Services and Carrier Pre-Select. During the second phase Kingston will employ SoftSwitch’s next-generation features to support new services as they evolve. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Kingston Communications is the first UK mainland operator to deploy Marconi’s Softswitch. http://www.marconi.comhttp://www.kcom.com
