Telkom South Africa Selects MaxView To Streamline Satellite Network Ops

SPACEMART

illustration only

Atlanta GA (SPX) Sep 22, 2004
ILC's MaxView network control software with integrated carrier monitoring system (MaxView CMS) has been selected by South Africa's telecom operator Telkom SA Limited, to consolidate monitor and control of national satellite earth stations.

The new satellite Network Element Management System (NEMS) will add momentum to Telkom's objective of centrally managing its satellite voice, video, data, Internet and e-Commerce services, from its National Network Operations Centre (NNOC) in Centurion, Gauteng.

Telkom's satellite network, which has expanded in size, scope and complexity, requires the MaxView Satellite NEMS with integrated CMS to improve performance, provide optimum coverage and network flexibility.

ILC's MaxView will manage Telkom's seven satellite uplink/downlink facilities strategically located throughout South Africa, which host multiple satellite antennas ranging in sizes from 4.6m to 32m and include thousands of network elements from various manufacturers.

"The implications for improving service delivery are immense when you consider the extensive terrestrial and satellite network that Telkom currently manages. This is yet another demonstration of Telkom's capability to deliver network services with manageability at a world class level," says Reuben September, Telkom's Chief Technical Officer.

"ILC's MaxView system will allow immediate monitoring opportunities and will enable proactive responses that will ensure that our services are always up."

Telkom will use MaxView to monitor the network, identify and remedy problems before service is interrupted. MaxView CMS will allow Telkom to proactively monitor satellite services, identifying anomalies and policing Telkom's leased satellite bandwidth.

MaxView will optimize Telkom's operations by automating faultfinding, reducing downtime and managing the overall health of the network.

"ILC's MaxView software facilitates quick installation and upgrades because of its smart approach to new equipment integration," says Telequip Manager Gert Zaayman.

Integrator Telequip will be installing MaxView at all seven South African earth stations. Installations commenced in early August 2004 and completed implementation is targeted for the end of December 2004.

"ILC is proud to deliver a satellite network management system of this size to the largest telco in Africa," says ILC Chief Executive Officer Richard Graham.

"Our relationship with Telkom and Telequip marks a milestone in our company's international growth and supports our goals to continually expand our EMEA business."

SPACEMART

MeterSmart Launches Remote Meter Reading Via Satellite

Dallas TX (SPX) Sep 21, 2004
MeterSmart Monday announced what may be the utility industry's most innovative meter data collection service. The new MeterSmart offering allows utilities to collect accurate meter data across the globe, including rural and remote areas, via a deployed constellation of more than 25 orbiting satellites.

Thanks for being here; We need your help. The SpaceDaily news network continues to grow but revenues have never been harder to maintain. With the rise of Ad Blockers, and Facebook - our traditional revenue sources via quality network advertising continues to decline. And unlike so many other news sites, we don't have a paywall - with those annoying usernames and passwords. Our news coverage takes time and effort to publish 365 days a year. If you find our news sites informative and useful then please consider becoming a regular supporter or for now make a one off contribution.
SpaceDaily Contributor $5 Billed Once credit card or paypal		SpaceDaily Monthly Supporter $5 Billed Monthly paypal only

The content herein, unless otherwise known to be public domain, are Copyright 1995-2016 - Space Media Network. All websites are published in Australia and are solely subject to Australian law and governed by Fair Use principals for news reporting and research purposes. AFP, UPI and IANS news wire stories are copyright Agence France-Presse, United Press International and Indo-Asia News Service. ESA news reports are copyright European Space Agency. All NASA sourced material is public domain. Additional copyrights may apply in whole or part to other bona fide parties. Advertising does not imply endorsement, agreement or approval of any opinions, statements or information provided by Space Media Network on any Web page published or hosted by Space Media Network. Privacy Statement All images and articles appearing on Space Media Network have been edited or digitally altered in some way. Any requests to remove copyright material will be acted upon in a timely and appropriate manner. Any attempt to extort money from Space Media Network will be ignored and reported to Australian Law Enforcement Agencies as a potential case of financial fraud involving the use of a telephonic carriage device or postal service.