Solutions for GSM/UMTS Networks
Proven high-performance subscriber-centric solutions from Bridgewater Systems™ help GSM/UMTS operators accelerate the launch of innovative new services while maintaining granular control over their networks. Subscribers expect always-on access to any application, over any network, at any time. They want choice and control over their data services consumption.
GSM/UMTS solutions at a glance
- Subscriber Data Management – This core capability of all Bridgewater solutions brings static and dynamic subscriber data to access control and policy management, creating per-subscriber awareness and response capabilities for new service creation and control.
- Fixed Mobile Convergence – Bundles robust 3GPP AAA functionality with IP address management and session state streaming to offer comprehensive support of IP services in fixed-mobile deployment architectures.
- IP Address Management – A centralized RADIUS-based approach that provides improved network performance, flexibility, and scalability to support the growing demand for IP-based enterprise and consumer services.
- Network Resource Policy Control – Enables customized service tiers and the ability to limit bandwidth consumption by application, or by subscriber.
- Policy Control – Shapes subscriber interaction with applications and content, determining how and when subscriber information can be made available to applications, regardless of where they are hosted.
- Customer Self-Care – Enables online self-service portals that allow subscribers to see and alter their service packages and choices — proven to reduce customer care calls by 40%.
- Standards-Based – 3GPP, 3GPP2, Open Mobile Alliance (OMA), and IETF standards-based technology ensures both rapid integration and long-term compatibility across multiple networks.
- Proven Solutions – Leverage Bridgewater Systems integration experience from proven deployments in tier-1 Service Provider networks and several markets around the world.
- Centralized Management – Eliminates access network silos to increase operational efficiencies and provide a consistent subscriber experience over multiple networks and applications.
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