Accuris Networks’ AccuROAM Relieves Congested 3G Networks with Seamless Wi-Fi Offload on Legacy Networks
CTIA, Orlando, Florida - Thursday 17 March, 2011 - Accuris Networks (www.accuris-networks.com), an innovator in roaming interworking and device management technology, today announced that its Wi-Fi offload and roaming platform AccuROAM is being used by three top-tier North American mobile operator networks. Accuris Networks will demonstrate its Wi-Fi offload solution at CTIA Booth #3010.
The AccuROAM platform enables subscribers to seamlessly and securely connect to an operators’ Wi-Fi hotspot using SIM-based authentication without users having to log in every time a new Wi-Fi hotspot becomes available. AccuROAM uniquely works with legacy Wi-Fi networks solving the problem for the majority of networks that don’t support easy authentication. It mitigates the need for operators to build out new infrastructure. AccuROAM provides a secure authentication and registration and an improved user experience compared to traditional username/password methods. It enables both GSM and CDMA operators to control and manage service access when using Wi-Fi by registering data connections back to the mobile network.
“AccuROAM provides a unique solution to mobile operators who are looking to Wi-Fi to offload congested 3G networks as well as enable a higher value roaming experience when subscribers travel in the U.S. and abroad,” stated Aidan Dillon, Chief Technology Officer of Accuris Networks. “Subscribers report significantly higher bandwidth when connected on Wi-Fi as well as coverage improvements in key indoor locations.“
SIM-based authentication is a key element in allowing mobile operators to leverage alternate access networks such as Wi-Fi while minimizing lost revenue opportunities from over-the-top applications. With AccuROAM, operators can offload voice and messaging as well as data services that can be a key value-add for high-ARPU enterprise subscribers.
The key features of the solution being leveraged today are:
• SIM-based authentication – for WISP equipment that supports EAP-SIM and alternatives for other access points.
• VPN management - Standard and non-standard approaches to tunnel back to core networks.
• Billing and settlement functions – including CDR conversion (RADIUS to TAP); real-time pre-paid support.
• Tight Mobile Network Integration – including extension of voice and messaging on to Wi-Fi and cell-location-aware Wi-Fi offload.
• Hotspot white-list management – ensuring all devices are populated with the latest mobile operator Wi-Fi partnerships and tariffs, etc.
Accuris Networks: www.accuris-networks.com
Contact: Aoife Kimber +1-650-394-4249
akimber@kimberpr.com
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