Infonet and KCOM Collaborate with Lucent to Bring High-Speed Data Access to Mobile Users in Japan

Strategic Insights -

The collaboration between Infonet Services Corporation, KCOM Inc., and Lucent Technologies has resulted in the availability of high-speed data access for mobile/wireless users throughout Japan. Leveraging their combined expertise, they have developed a solution that enables remote and mobile users to access data applications with the same convenience, speed, quality, and flexibility as they would have at the office or at home. This innovation is particularly significant in Japan, where technology standards are advanced, and the adoption of new telecom technologies is rapid.

Key Takeaways:

  • Infonet and KCOM have partnered with Lucent Technologies to offer high-speed data access for mobile/wireless users in Japan.
  • The solution is based on Lucent's MAX TNT and APX 8000 products, which support the Japan PHS 64k wireless data standard.
  • The collaboration aims to service technology-driven clients within the Asia Pacific region and cater to the growing demand for remote access.
  • Infonet and KCOM are responding to the needs of large multinational electronic manufacturing clients by providing wireless access to corporate networks, resulting in cost savings and improved productivity.
  • The 64Kbps access speed is higher than traditional "keitai" mobile phones, enabling mobile users to connect at faster speeds.
  • This collaboration is a significant step in providing solutions to the needs of wireless data and mobile users throughout Japan and potentially other parts of the world.

Statistics:

  • Infonet Services Corporation powers the global communications initiatives of more than 2,600 multinationals.
  • Infonet's stock is traded on the New York and Frankfurt Stock Exchanges under the symbol IN.
  • Lucent Technologies is headquartered in Murray Hill, N.J., USA, and designs and delivers systems, software, silicon, and services for next-generation communications networks.

Sources:

  • Infobusiness news wire (12/19/2000)
  • Lucent Technologies (http://www.lucent.com)
  • Infonet Services Corporation (http://www.infonet.com)