NetCracker Completes Critical Aspects of VimpelCom Group OSS Transformation
NetCracker Technology and VimpelCom Group (brand “Beeline“) has completed the first phase of OSS transformation at VimpelCom. The OSS Solution for VimpelCom includes such NetCracker modules as Resource Inventory, Discovery & Reconciliation, Outside Plant, and Order Management. NetCracker’s solution helps VimpelCom improve the overall efficiency and management of the network. Specific benefits include the following:
– Reduced operational expenses on VoIP and PSTN service activation through a reduction in the number of inventory systems
– Increased data quality as well as improved efficiency and accuracy of the service planning process through the creation of regular reconciliations with the live network
– Lowered IT support and maintenance costs through the consolidation and retirement of multiple legacy systems
“NetCracker has enabled VimpelCom Group to speed up operations and minimize the risk of billing errors while providing PSTN and VoIP services,” said Alexey Goryachkin, Chief Technical Officer at VimpelCom Group. “We look forward to working with NetCracker on our other lines of business to ensure consistency and progress across all VimpelCom’s networks.”
“It has been a true pleasure working with VimpelCom,” said Andrew Feinberg, President and CEO of NetCracker. “We look forward to continuing our work with the VimpelCom Group and to helping them improve operational and cost efficiencies across all their business units.
About VimpelCom Group
The VimpelCom Group (www.vimpelcom.com) consists of telecommunications operators providing voice and data services through a range of wireless, fixed, and broadband technologies. The Group includes companies operating in Russia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Georgia, and Armenia. Licenses of VimpelCom Group operate in territories with a total population of about 340 million. The Group companies provide services under the “Beeline” brand. VimpelCom was the first Russian company to list its shares on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”). VimpelCom’s ADSs are listed on the NYSE under the symbol “VIP”.
About NetCracker Technology
NetCracker Technology is the leading global Solution Company enabling Service Providers to deliver rapidly and manage effectively convergent and content-rich offerings. NetCracker delivers service and resource management through its software and implementation expertise. NetCracker’s portfolio includes a comprehensive suite of product modules as well as specialized vertical solutions (such as Triple Play), all pre-integrated with the NetCracker Framework. Founded in 1993, NetCracker Technology was acquired by NEC Corporation in 2008. NetCracker Technology is headquartered in Waltham, MA, and can be reached at +1-781-419-3300 +1-781-419-3300 or www.NetCracker.com.
