UniDial Communications Deploys Nationwide Converged Services Network with Accelerated Networks

Strategic Insights -

UniDial Communications, a leading provider of integrated communications services, has selected Accelerated Networks to deploy a nationwide converged voice and data network. The $10 million agreement calls for the deployment of Accelerated's multiservice access platform (MSAP) voice services gateways at approximately 45 regional points of presence (POPs) across the United States, along with integrated access devices (IADs) to be deployed at UniDial's customer locations.

Key Takeaways:

  • UniDial Communications has partnered with Accelerated Networks to deploy a nationwide converged voice and data network, investing $10 million in the project.
  • The deployment will cover approximately 45 regional points of presence (POPs) across the United States, with Accelerated's multiservice access platform (MSAP) voice services gateways and integrated access devices (IADs) being used.
  • The new network will offer a suite of converged services, including high-speed data and Internet connectivity, long-distance voice and frame relay services, to small to mid-sized business customers over T1 access facilities.
  • The approach optimizes local loop bandwidth and allows for dynamic bandwidth allocation between voice and data.
  • Accelerated Networks will supply professional services to assist in the rapid deployment of UniDial's network.
  • UniDial's chief technology officer, Mike Johnson, commented that Accelerated Networks has a proven track record with similar telecommunications companies.
  • Charlie Vogt, vice president of worldwide sales for Accelerated Networks, stated that the company is pleased to help UniDial continue their aggressive growth serving the small and medium-sized business market.

Statistics:

  • $10 million: The value of the agreement between UniDial Communications and Accelerated Networks.
  • 45: The number of regional points of presence (POPs) across the United States where Accelerated's multiservice access platforms (MSAP) will be deployed.
  • Nationwide: The scope of the converged voice and data network deployment, covering the United States.
  • Small to mid-sized businesses: The target market for UniDial's suite of converged services.
  • Early 2000: The starting point for UniDial's nationwide "next generation" facilities-based data network deployment.
  • 1993: The year UniDial Communications was founded.

Sources:

  • Business Editors. "UniDial Communications Deploys Nationwide Converged Services Network with Accelerated Networks". Business Wire, March 15, 2000.
  • About UniDial Communications. UniDial Communications website.
  • About Accelerated Networks. Accelerated Networks website.