Dublin-based mediation software company Openet is now delivering real-time subscriber controls to LightSquared, the U.S. wholesale LTE network startup. Openet provides its Convergent Mediation and Convergent Charging offerings and supports its service offering to the operator's growing base of customers.
Through Openet, LightSquared will provide real-time subscriber controls to each of its partners regardless of the complexity of the service offering, giving these companies the ability to differentiate via personalized plans. LightSquared's partners include wireless carriers, national retailers, wireline providers and device manufacturers.
"Partnering with Openet allows us to not only provide a unique set of services and reduce complexity for our partners, but also differentiates us as a next-generation network service provider," said Mahmood Mizra, VP Client Operations at LightSquared. "The increased demand for data on an array of devices required a partner who could support our customers' current and future business needs in a flexible, intelligent way. Openet's offerings enable a robust and comprehensive portfolio of solutions that are unmatched in the market today."
Openet says its proven performance in the market, track record of service and innovative software portfolio were key factors for securing this partnership with LightSquared.
"We believe that LightSquared will alter the wireless market landscape and pave the way for a new generation of products and services in North America," said Niall Norton, CEO of Openet. “Openet is thrilled to be part of the LightSquared phenomena. Our robust, best-of-breed, solutions for Mediation and Online Charging are a perfect complement to enable LightSquared to rapidly realize their vision and vault the US broadband industry forward."
