VeriSign, Inc., Mountain View, Calif., (NASDAQ: VRSN), the leading
provider of intelligent infrastructure for the networked world, has
announced that One Communications has selected VeriSign to be its
premier provider of Signaling System 7 (SS7) and database services for
its voice network. By outsourcing its SS7 network to VeriSign, One
Communications can more quickly deploy new revenue generating services
while realizing the benefits of VeriSign's reliable and scalable
infrastructure.
One Communications was formed in July 2006 through the merger of
CTC Communications, Conversent and Choice One Communications, creating
the largest privately held competitive local exchange carrier (CLEC) in
the United States. Choice One had already been a longtime VeriSign
customer. The convergence of three separate networks presented One
Communications with the challenge of creating a single, efficient
network in a cost effective manner.
"Based on our past experience with VeriSign, we were confident
that they would be able to help us quickly integrate our SS7 network
services-allowing us to optimize performance and realize the synergies
associated with a common platform," said Jim Weidman, vice
president of engineering, One Communications. "Their commitment,
open communication, and knowledge were assets that contributed to the
overall success of the project," he added.
In addition to VeriSign's SS7 network, the company was able to
deliver Calling Name, Toll-Free Services and Local Number Portability,
helping One Communications to improve overall performance and
profitability.
"VeriSign operates the largest independent SS7 network in
North America, which we employ to offer our customers a wide selection
of innovative database services to meet their diverse needs," said
Bill Wolfe, senior vice president, VeriSign Communications Services.
"That breadth of technology allowed us to quickly achieve network
synergies across each of the three networks One Communications was
managing, creating a smooth transition."
About VeriSign
VeriSign, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRSN), operates intelligent infrastructure
services that enable and protect billions of interactions every day
across the world's voice and data networks.
For more information, visit http://www.verisign.com or call
650/452-4867.
About One Communications
One Communications-the largest privately held competitive local
exchange carrier in the U.S.-is a leading provider of integrated
telecommunications solutions serving more than 160,000 businesses, from
large to small, in 16 states throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and
Upper Midwest regions. The company operates a robust, facilities based
IP network with 10,000 route miles of fiber connecting over 700
collocation facilities. With more than 2,000 employees and $800 million
in annual revenue, One Communications is uniquely positioned to offer a
robust portfolio of advanced telecommunications solutions backed by a
higher level of personal attention.
For more information, visit http://www.onecommunications.com or
call 585/530-2863.
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