Acterna Announces FDM-100 Field Data Management Software; Enhanced Software System Improves Testing Process by Empowering Technicians with the Ability to Manage and Interpret Raw Test Data.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers BroadBand Plus 2002 Booth 3832 GERMANTOWN, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 3, 2002 Acterna (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :ACTR ACTR American Council of Teachers of Russian ACTR Actuator ACTR Association for Canadian Theatre Research ACTR A Christmas To Remember ACTR Assistant Contract Technical Representative (NMCI liaison) ), the world's leading provider of cable network test and management solutions, today announced the release of Acterna FDM-100 Field Data Management Software, a client application that manages test instruments and results, and ensures that test procedures are consistent across users. On view at BroadbandPlus in Anaheim, December 4-6, booth 3832, FDM-100 represents Acterna's interoperable software platform, integrating efficient data management into all operations by capturing the power of test data as well as continually expanding data manipulation Processing data. and analysis capability. The FDM-100 is a component of Acterna's TechSync(TM) family of workforce automation tools and will be formally launched at BroadbandPlus. "Retrieving test data from the field has just been made more efficient and sensible," said Bill Robertson Billy Henry "Bill" Robertson (born May 5, 1938) has been the Democratic mayor of the small city of Minden, the seat of Webster Parish in northwestern Louisiana, since his initial election on November 6, 1990. , vice president of marketing for Acterna's Cable Networks division. "With the use of FDM-100 software, technicians now have an integrated storage and management system that really helps the job of managing all the test data. Gathering and reporting data - via RF - directly over the cable plant, is just part of the equation. A significant benefit that has been missing is the function of managing data - whether it's verifying previous measurements, pinpointing specific data, or verifying the source and integrity of the data - all of which is critical to the engineer evaluating a network. With FDM-100 and our DSAM-2500's, there is finally a convenient means of managing all that information." FDM-100 also allows the technician to view test files in a rich graphical user interface graphical user interface (GUI) Computer display format that allows the user to select commands, call up files, start programs, and do other routine tasks by using a mouse to point to pictorial symbols (icons) or lists of menu choices on the screen as opposed to having to and archive files See archive. according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. the work folder structure of a DSAM DSAM Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota DSAM Diploma in Small Animal Medicine DSAM Deputy Sheriff's Association of Michigan (Lansing, MI) DSAM Defense Supply Agency Manual , a meter that provides extensive analog and digital analysis capabilities. Additionally, users can deploy test results to work folders, and deploy selected work folders to specific instruments. Remote communication from FDM-100 to the DSAM-2500 is performed through the unique synchronization (1) See synchronous and synchronous transmission. (2) Ensuring that two sets of data are always the same. See data synchronization. (3) Keeping time-of-day clocks in two devices set to the same time. See NTP. process, which is critical when managing a mobile workforce. Acterna TechSync(TM) Solutions Acterna's new Techsync family of workforce management Workforce Management (WFM) encompasses all the responsibilities for maintaining a productive and happy workforce. Sometimes referred to as HRMS systems, or even the larger ERP systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, SAP). There are many software vendors within this space. solutions reduces the costs associated with installing, troubleshooting and managing cable services. Implemented on the Acterna DSAM family of test instruments for the cable industry, TechSync solutions provide technicians with immediate, interactive access to back-office systems over existing, paid-for channels, as well as test applications and other Acterna systems. Open and customizable, TechSync solutions enable operators to control the information passed to the field in accordance with their own workforce management philosophies. TechSync solutions transform test equipment into multifunctional devices that automate advanced services testing, reduce capital expenditures, and eliminate costly rework re·work tr.v. re·worked, re·work·ing, re·works 1. To work over again; revise. 2. To subject to a repeated or new process. n. . As a result, technicians can perform more work faster with less cost and greater subscriber satisfaction. About Acterna's Cable Network Products and Technologies Acterna is the world's leading provider of integrated network A network that supports both data and voice and/or different networking protocols. See converged network and new public network. test and management solutions for global cable networks. Acterna's cable networks portfolio enables cable operators to meet demand and enhance the reliability and performance of their networks and services. Deployed around the world, Acterna's cable systems, software and instruments comprise the industry's broadest set of products that support cable operators through the network life cycle, from building the network to deploying and managing advanced services. About Acterna Acterna is the world's largest provider of test and management solutions for optical transport, access and cable networks, and the second largest communications test company overall. Focused entirely on providing equipment, software, systems and services, Acterna helps customers develop, install, manufacture and maintain their optical transport, access, cable, data/IP and wireless networks. The company serves customers in more than 80 countries. Acterna is a subsidiary of Acterna Corporation (NASDAQ:ACTR). Information about Acterna can be found on the Web at www.acterna.com. Note to editors: All company or product names mentioned in this press release may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. Product-related inquiries should be directed to 800/543-1550 or 240/404-2999. |
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