Alopa Networks Deploys Second-Generation Alopa MetaSure Service Assurance and Management Platform.Business Editors SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 28, 2004 Robust Platform Provides MSOs with Intelligent, Quick, and Integrated Management and Control of Network Information Alopa Networks, Inc. (http://www.alopa.com), a recognized leader in Operations Support Systems Operations Support Systems (also called Operational Support Systems or OSS) are computer systems used by telecommunications service providers. The term OSS most frequently describes "network systems" dealing with the telecom network itself, supporting processes such (OSS Oss (ôs), city (1994 pop. 62,141), North Brabant prov., S Netherlands; chartered 1399. It is a significant industrial center. Manufactures include meat products, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, electrical equipment, and metalware. ) software for broadband service providers An ISP, telephone company, cable company or other carrier that offers high-speed communications to homes and businesses, typically for Internet access. Cable modems, DSL and T1 lines are the common technologies. See broadband, cable modem, DSL and T1. , today launches its second-generation Alopa MetaSure(TM) assurance and management platform. Alopa MetaSure demonstrates Alopa's commitment to providing next-generation tools that empower broadband service providers to consolidate critical management systems and network touch points into a single point of visibility and control. Alopa MetaSure is a highly intuitive service assurance and management product that automates and speeds up the process of gathering critical network-based intelligence. In addition, Alopa MetaSure enables broadband service providers of any size to secure consistent view and management level control of subscribers and devices through innovative assurance applications such as device firmware A category of memory chips that hold their content without electrical power. Firmware includes flash, ROM, PROM, EPROM and EEPROM technologies. When holding program instructions, firmware can be thought of as "hard software." See flash memory, ROM, PROM, EPROM, EEPROM and FOTA. management, inventory management, remote device control, event correlation Event Correlation is the processes involved with reducing a large number of incident alerts to a much smaller, more manageable number within automated monitoring and incident/problem management in a Support Management System. , and network and device fault management. "Deploying the next generation of Alopa MetaSure demonstrates our commitment to the cable industry to continue providing advanced, innovative tools that enable MSOs to provide new services without breaking their bank," said Alopa Networks CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. Tom Engdahl. "It also shows the world that Alopa Networks is here to stay, and we'll continue leading the OSS industry with products that reduce the complexity of managing networks." Providing a high degree of control and visibility into the network and its associated devices, Alopa MetaSure breaks down the complexity of network management over critical areas such as CMTs and edge access equipment, cable modem cable modem Modem used to convert analog data signals to digital form and vise versa, for transmission or receipt over cable television lines, especially for connecting to the Internet. , MTA (1) (Message Transfer Agent or Mail Transfer Agent) The store and forward part of a messaging system. See messaging system. (2) See M Technology Association. 1. (messaging) MTA - Message Transfer Agent. , and home networking or residential gateway devices. The platform can be deployed as an adjunct to Alopa's MetaServ(TM) OSS platform, or it can work as a stand-alone solution in networks that lack an assurance component. Alopa's proven track record of fast deployments supports the company's ability to immediately offer MetaSure to customers without long professional service engagements, providing the products of tomorrow, today. About Alopa Networks Alopa Networks, Inc. is a recognized pioneer and leader in the design, development, and deployment of infrastructure software solutions for broadband service providers (BSPs) for the activation and management of IP services. The company's award-winning Alopa MetaServ platform empowers BSPs to deliver on the promise of the Internet while lowering their operating and capital expenses. Alopa's IP infrastructure solutions help BSPs accelerate time to market for new services, while increasing subscriber acquisition. Through participation at CableLabs and other standards organizations, Alopa is leading the way in defining solutions for advanced services based on initiatives such as DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) A cable modem standard from the CableLabs research consortium (www.cablelabs.com), which provides equipment certification for interoperability. , PacketCable(TM), and CableHome(TM). Established in 1999, Alopa Networks is based in Sunnyvale, with research and development offices in Bangalore, India, and field and sales offices worldwide. For more information, contact Alopa Networks at 408-331-1750 or visit www.alopa.com. |
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