Locaweb Selects Global IP Solutions’ VoiceEngine to Power Softphone

Leading Brazilian carrier now provides a virtual PBX offering to Businesses and consumers

SÃO PAULO, Brazil. — Oct. 28, 2008 — Global IP Solutions (Oslo Børs: GIPS), the leading provider of IP multimedia processing solutions, announced today that Locaweb will deploy GIPS VoiceEngine technology to power Locaweb’s softphone, which is part of a larger virtual PBX offering for small-to-medium businesses, consumers and call centers throughout Brazil and Latin America.

“We were certain that Global IP Solutions media processing technology would provide our customers with the quality they have come to expect from Locaweb, and we are thrilled to be utilizing the best VoIP software available,” said Locaweb Telecom Product Manager, Dov Bigio. “Consumers and businesses alike need to rely on flawless technology to help keep them in-touch. With GIPS software, Locaweb will be able to offer high-quality through our virtual PBX offering.”

Locaweb is the leading hosted IT services company in the Brazilian market. By utilizing GIPS technology, Locaweb can ensure its customers can benefit from a virtual PBX offering, which can replace legacy PBX systems to reduce the cost of long distance communication by 80 percent.

“Locaweb has clearly established itself as a leading carrier in Latin America,” said Emerick Woods, GIPS Chief Executive Officer. “Their virtual PBX solution offers end-users a unique and easy way to stay connected. By embedding GIPS technology, Locaweb will be providing their customers with true high-quality, resulting in a seamless communication experience.”


GIPS VoiceEngine is a comprehensive solution designed to handle all necessary voice processing for VoIP. GIPS’ VoiceEngine provides superior voice quality even under the most adverse network conditions resulting in the highest quality user experience possible.