SETAR, Aruba's largest telecommunications and internet service provider, currently offers fixed line local and international telephony, GSM and TDMA-based mobile services, digital leased lines and frame relay services as well as Internet access and IP servicesfor both business and residential customers.
SETAR selected Verso's next-generation softswitch solution todevelop its new IP-based services, including feature rich pre-paid andpost-paid VoIP services to residential and corporate customers, softphone applications, second line services and follow-me capability. The system will be integrated with the current unified messaging platform and back-office systems.
To execute the solution, Verso partnered with IPVision, a value-added reseller, who will provide advanced billing and provisioning solutions, allowing SETAR to seamlessly administer, provision and manage the Verso platform.
"Verso's solution will enable us to offer IP-based, next-generation, value-added services strengthening our marketposition, increasing customer loyalty and achieving new revenue opportunities while lowering our overall cost of operating the network," said Roland Croes, Director, SETAR. "In addition to the newservice offerings, Verso's solution has proven to be highly reliableand we are very pleased with Verso's support level," he added.
"SETAR is utilizing an end-to-end Verso solution to offer newIP-based services including Verso's PSTN and Edge Access solutions forVoIP transport and enhanced revenue generating applications," said Ariel Belossi, Director, IPVision. "Our strategic partnership with Verso has allowed us to provide joint customers with a comprehensive solution, both in our region and on a global basis," said Belossi.
"We are pleased that our solutions easily integrate with SETAR's existing infrastructure, and will add value and support to the company's network growth plans," said Monty Bannerman, president and chief operating officer, Verso Technologies, Inc. "In addition, IPVision is a key partner for us, and we expect future opportunities for growth in this fast growing and emerging market," said Bannerman.
