Lucent Technologies Announces Live IP Centrex Trial with SBC Communications

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Lucent Technologies will conduct a live internet protocol (IP) Centrex trial with SBC Communications beginning in April 2001, at its new technology center in Lisle, Illinois. Over 2,500 product marketing, product development, and research employees will participate in the trial, utilizing IP phones and accessing Centrex services via Lucent's 7R/E Packet Solutions. The project aims to integrate ISDN Centrex service with the new IP Centrex solution, leveraging Lucent's iMerge Centrex Feature Gateway (CFG) for IP Centrex functionality.

Key Takeaways:

  • Lucent Technologies will conduct a live IP Centrex trial with SBC Communications, involving over 2,500 employees.
  • The trial will utilize Lucent's 7R/E Packet Solutions for IP phones and Centrex services.
  • The project aims to integrate ISDN Centrex service with the new IP Centrex solution.
  • Lucent's iMerge Centrex Feature Gateway (CFG) will provide IP Centrex functionality.
  • The trial is expected to be one of the largest IP-Centrex deployments.
  • The 7R/E Packet Solutions will offer new ways to deliver applications, including multilocation Centrex, virtual office features, and seamless work environments for teleworkers.
  • Lucent's iMerge gateway combines the reliability of the public switched telephone network with the cost-saving advantages of a packet network.
  • The gateway extends feature functionality from any GR303-equipped central-office switch to H.323 endpoints while preserving operational infrastructure.

Statistics:

  • Over 2,500 employees will participate in the live IP Centrex trial.
  • The trial will begin in April 2001.
  • Lucent's 7R/E Packet Solutions will provide IP phones and Centrex services for the trial.
  • The project aims to integrate ISDN Centrex service with the new IP Centrex solution.

Sources:

  • Lucent Technologies: Press Release, October 24, 2000.