CABLEMATRIX/ACTIVE BROADBAND UNVEIL ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT.

CableMatrix Technologies, a leading provider of Quality of Service (QoS) policy management solutions, and Active Broadband Networks, a pioneering developer of intelligent resource management systems, have announced successful integration of their platforms, creating the first adaptive resource management solution designed specifically for broadband cable operators. Together, CableMatrix's PacketCable Multimedia (PCMM) compliant ODSPTM policy server and Active Broadband's Active Resource Manager provide dynamic resource availability, resource allocation, and network utilization.

"The use of media rich web content is growing at exponential rates, and can cause network bottlenecks and service degradation in the near future," said Barry Hardek, vice president of marketing and sales for CableMatrix. "Adaptive resource management, applied on a per-customer basis, is much more practical than throwing raw bandwidth at the problem."

CableMatrix's policy management platform allows operators to implement real-time QoS and bandwidth management. Designed for use with PCMM-compliant Cable Modem Termination Systems (CMTS), the ODSP can control QoS in a highly targeted manner, instantly adjusting to bandwidth "hot spots" that arise within the broadband network. In addition to adaptive bandwidth management, the CableMatrix PCMM suite can be used to enable advanced service such as SIP telephony, commercial services, IPTV, interactive gaming, and photo uploads.

Active Broadband develops a complete service assurance and broadband demand management solution. Operators who deploy the Active Resource Manager are able to manage and reduce costs through accurate planning, network optimization and operational automation while protecting existing service revenue and reducing time-to-market for new service introduction.

"Through our Active Resource Manager, operators can effectively manage the combined bandwidth demands of tiered services and advanced PCMM services", said Adam Dunstan, president of Active Broadband. "Together with CableMatrix, we are the first to offer a complete solution that allows operators to manage the costs and maximize the profitability of their networks."

About CableMatrix

CableMatrix provides advanced, PCMM-based software solutions that enable broadband operators to maximize their revenues while delivering advanced, media-rich IP applications and services. Its standards-compliant ODSP Policy Server, in conjunction with the XAM Application Manager, allows operators to deliver dynamic, real-time QoS and bandwidth management on a per-customer, per-application basis, giving broadband cable operators the ability to directly link increased bandwidth usage with increased revenue. CableMatrix was recently named to the "Red Herring 100/Europe," recognizing the top 100 private European and Israeli companies that play a leading role in innovation and technology.

For more information, visit http://www.cablematrix.com or call 847/294-0600.

About Active Broadband Networks

Active Broadband Networks is a leading provider of service assurance and broadband demand management solutions designed to meet the needs of Broadband Operators deploying triple-play services. The Active Resource Manager is the first system that addresses the complete lifecycle of broadband demand management and the only solution that combines demand management, network optimization and dynamic service assurance necessary to enable successful delivery of the array of services offered by Broadband Operator today and in the future. Operators who deploy the Active Resource Manager enjoy increased revenue and customer retention while managing costs and profitability.

For more information, visit http://www.a-bb.net or call 617/395-7934.