Ameritech Launches ISDN Allies Program to Expand High-Speed Internet Access

Strategic Insights -

Ameritech has announced the launch of ISDN Allies, a program aimed at expanding high-speed Internet access and remote LAN solutions using Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) technology. The program, which is expected to double Ameritech's ISDN growth, will utilize resellers to sell its ISDN service. This move comes as Ameritech seeks to meet the growing demand for high-speed Internet access and remote LAN solutions.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ameritech's ISDN Allies program is designed to meet the growing demand for high-speed Internet access and remote LAN solutions using ISDN technology.
  • The program will utilize resellers to sell Ameritech's ISDN service, with the goal of doubling Ameritech's ISDN growth.
  • Ameritech has partnered with IntelliCom Solutions, Inc. to facilitate and assist integrators of all sizes seeking entry into the rapidly expanding convergence market.
  • The training program for resellers will cover ISDN installations, applications, and support, and will be available to 300 resellers in Ameritech's five-state region.
  • The program initially targets specific customer applications, including LAN to LAN connectivity, remote LAN access, remote control access to office computers, and Internet access.
  • Ameritech has expanded its ISDN availability to 80% throughout its region, with over 90% availability in major metropolitan areas.

Statistics:

  • Ameritech's ISDN availability now stands at 80% throughout its region.
  • Over 90% of Ameritech's ISDN availability is in major metropolitan areas.
  • The program includes 300 resellers in Ameritech's five-state region.
  • IntelliCom has over 1,000 U.S. agents and representatives.
  • Ameritech serves almost 1.5 million cellular customers and 700,000 paging customers.

Sources:

  • "Ameritech Announces New Program." PRNewswire, Sept. 27, 1995.
  • "Ameritech and IntelliCom Solutions, Inc. Announce Strategic Alliance." PRNewswire, Sept. 27, 1995.
  • "Ameritech Corporate Profile." Ameritech website.