Tekelec (NASDAQ: TKLC), a leading developer of high-performance network applications for next-generation fixed, mobile and packet networks, today announced that voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) services provider FeatureTel has selected the Tekelec 6000 VoIP Application Server to enable hosted private branch exchange (PBX) services.
FeatureTel is a facilities-based carrier with headquarters in Apex, N.C., that delivers managed VoIP services to businesses in the southeast United States. The Tekelec 6000 provides a flexible, feature-rich, scalable application server that enables tailored service packages and supports the carrier's growth plans.
“We selected the Tekelec 6000 because it supports our customized, enterprise-class hosted PBX services while improving service delivery and customer support capabilities,†said FeatureTel CEO Paul Levering. “Tekelec's solutions are proven to scale as we grow our footprint while also helping us to control operational and capital expenditures.â€
The Tekelec 6000 is a standards-based carrier grade VoIP platform and session border controller that works with a wide range of network equipment and protocols and can scale to support many hundreds of thousands of users in a widely distributed network. Operators are able to deploy a complete range of next-generation services such as softphone with multimedia capabilities, conferencing, find-me, and intelligent Web portal, unified messaging and voice mail capabilities. Its IP multimedia service control (ISC) interface and session initiation protocol (SIP) profiling capabilities make the Tekelec 6000 one of the first feature-rich VoIP application servers to support IP multimedia subsystem (IMS) networks.
“FeatureTel has created a distinguished reputation for superior quality and customer service, and its decision to deploy Tekelec's VoIP application server demonstrates our unique ability to meet these demanding standards,†said Jay Whitehurst, president and general manager, Tekelec Switching Solutions Group. “As the demand for VoIP grows, Tekelec will continue to equip operators with the most customizable set of applications, making quality solutions available for all types of subscribers.â€
About FeatureTel, LLC
FeatureTel is North Carolina's VoIP Telephone Company for business. FeatureTel's fully managed and hosted IP Telephony service provides businesses with an alternative to the traditional IP PBX and traditional voice solutions. Delivering Fortune 500 telephone system features to IP telephones, the service eliminates the need for investment in a telephone system altogether. FeatureTel differentiates itself with its educational and hands-on approach to servicing clients. For more information, contact FeatureTel at (919) 459-2300, e-mail info@featuretel.com or visit www.featuretel.com.
About Tekelec
Tekelec is a high-performance network applications company that is accelerating the transition to IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) networks for service providers around the globe. With its experience at the intersection of network applications and session control, Tekelec creates highly efficient platforms for managing media and delivering network solutions. Corporate headquarters are located near Research Triangle Park in Morrisville, N.C., U.S.A., with research and development facilities and sales offices throughout the world. For more information, please visit www.tekelec.com.
