Ericsson and Verizon Wireless sign contract for Express Network AAA solution

Ericsson today announced a contract with Verizon Wireless to deploy Ericsson’s CDMA2000 AAA (Authentication, Authorization and Accounting) solution throughout Verizon Wireless’ CDMA2000 1XRTT Express Network.

Ericsson’s CDMA2000 AAA solution will provide carrier class, geographical redundancy between the East and West coasts of Verizon Wireless’ Express Network in the United States. From premium services like 24-hour, high-bandwidth Internet access, to more standard services such as simple e-mail, Ericsson’s AAA solution will enable Verizon Wireless to offer custom service packages with unique characteristics that address target segments.

“We are very pleased to be selected by Verizon Wireless to provide our CDMA2000 AAA solution for their Express Network,” said Åke Persson, head of Ericsson Mobile Systems CDMA. “In order to meet critical operator requirements for advanced services, Ericsson offers the most cost-effective, powerful CDMA2000 solution in the industry, resulting in increased revenue and lowered expenses for operators such as Verizon Wireless.”

Ericsson’s CDMA2000 AAA will provide Verizon Wireless with integrated policy management, profile definition and the ability to offer a range of differentiated services.

Ericsson is shaping the future of Mobile and Broadband Internet communications through its continuous technology leadership. Providing innovative solutions in more than 140 countries, Ericsson is helping to create the most powerful communication companies in the world.

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