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5G and Common Language levels the playing field to new players, creates opportunity, Podcast

In the latest podcast by Telecom Reseller, iconectiv’s Director of Product Management, Sharon Dileo, is joined by Chris Bain, Director, Common Language Services at iconectiv to discuss the recent whitepaper findings and how a common naming strategy improves the effectiveness of real-time network operations and key business management functions while also bringing increased awareness when launching and managing new network-based services.
May 21, 2021
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Why ‘common language’ could clarify the DSP route through network complexity

In the latest IDC white paper, “Common Language Drives Customer Value for All Network Technology: 5G/MEC and Virtualized Networking,” iconectiv’s Karl Whitelock points out that while Common Language has been used by communications service providers for over 40 years, iconectiv’s TruOps Common Language was established to facilitate the service design and asset tracking needs of the operations and business management processes for prevailing and emerging network connectivity architectures. Additionally, Common Language is expected to play a major role in the evolution and deployment of new facilities-based networks.
Apr 30, 2021
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IDC Whitepaper Addresses the Challenges of Cost-Effectively Deploying 5G At Scale

Communication service providers face the major challenge of keeping up with the latest technology advancements, such as 5G, that support the rollout of new revenue-generating services in a way that is both profitable and scaleable. Industry analyst firm IDC has released a new whitepaper that addresses this challenge. The whitepaper explains how service providers can achieve business value by maximizing use of a standardized nomenclature and how iconectiv’s TruOps Common Language will play a larger role in the evolution of networks.
Apr 29, 2021
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A Matter of Trust: Leveraging Short Codes to Bolster Vaccine Communication Efforts

As we move toward nationwide vaccine eligibility, the logistics of helping people schedule and confirm appointments through a process they trust will be crucial. In this Healthcare Business Today article, iconectiv’s Cliff Holsenbeck explores how short codes are an ideal option for providing necessary communications and navigating the logistics of vaccine distribution. Across the country, text messaging has already been implemented as a tool by healthcare and other facilities throughout the pandemic for services like telehealth, virtual care, contact tracing, pre-screening questionnaires and sending updates to loved ones and caretakers.
Apr 8, 2021
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Wireless industry readies as STIR/SHAKEN deadline approaches

By the end of June all U.S. voice providers are required to implement STIR/SHAKEN technology, to fight against robocallers by authenticating caller ID to help ensure a phone number isn’t being spoofed. To date, T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon have protected millions of customers from billions of robocalls. In this Fierce Wireless article, iconectiv’s CTO Chris Drake discusses iconectiv’s role as industry and policy administrator for SHAKEN and the upcoming deadline to implement this technology. iconectiv has processed over 100 carriers to be enabled for SHAKEN certificates and there are still between 50 and 100 carriers still in the queue.
Mar 25, 2021
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How the U.S. response to one-ring ‘Wangiri’ robocall scams affects non-U.S. service providers

Wangiri is a global scourge that costs service providers $1.82 billion annually, making it one of the top five fraud types. In this Vanilla Plus article, iconectiv’s principal solutions engineer director John Haraburda discusses how iconectiv is taking steps to help service providers protect their customers and their bottom lines against one-ring fraud.
Mar 22, 2021
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Michael O’Brien of iconectiv: “Having a recognized centralized resource for providing this trust is essential”

The telephone changed the way people communicate all over the world, and then email and text messaging took it to the next level. In the latest Thrive Global article, iconectiv’s Chief Product Officer Michael O’Brien explores the future of communication, his career and what led iconectiv to create their cutting-edge and innovative communication technologies.
Mar 8, 2021

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iconectiv Attends International Telecoms Week

During International Telecoms Week, iconectiv is focused on addressing the mounting challenges across the telecom ecosystem. To protect service providers, businesses and consumers, its arsenal of trusted communications superheroes battles scammers, identifies suspicious callers and organizes mismanaged assets and inventory.
May 16, 2023
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With millions in CapEx at stake for service providers each year, digital transformation and next-generation communication deployments like 5G require a coordinated approach across the ecosystem—and a common language—to succeed.

In a panel at Connect (X), iconectiv’s Head of Solutions Engineering, John Hayes, will join industry experts to discuss the deployment challenges of 5G and what service providers and the larger telecom ecosystem are learning along the way. With his expertise, Hayes will explore how a network is sourced and transitioned and why service providers must have full visibility into the location, assets and capabilities of all available infrastructure and network sites.
May 3, 2023
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With fraud on the rise and mobile phone numbers now acting as individuals’ digital identities, a perfect storm is brewing in the UK

Peter Ford, iconectiv’s Executive Vice President, Information Solutions Business joined the paper’s author, Omnisperience Chief Analyst Teresa Cottam in the latest Trending Tech Podcast, hosted by Jeremy Cowan. During it they discussed this pressing issue as well the latest tech headlines and trends impacting the telecom space.
Apr 26, 2023
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iconectiv use case substantiates how standardized site data maximizes revenue and ROI for companies that own towers and network sites

As service providers roll out new technology (like 5G) and densify their networks, it is critical that they have full visibility into the location, assets and capabilities of all available infrastructure and network sites. Companies that own and operate towers and network sites can help service providers do this—essentially optimizing their network planning and operation—by providing clear and accurate site information using the standardized industry data widely used by the telecom ecosystem.
Apr 25, 2023
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As regulators around the world combat the rise in illegal robocalls, call centers and businesses must adapt in order to get legitimate calls through to consumers

At Conecta Mexico, iconectiv’s Bob Grant will discuss how the global telecom community is working together to protect and defend the communications ecosystem. To learn more about how iconectiv’s services are focused on keeping people connected by verifying legitimate callers, stop by booth #3 on the exhibition floor to talk to our team.
Apr 11, 2023
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New iconectiv use case highlights how streamlined ordering, interconnection and billing can light up wholesale fiber revenues and ROI

As service providers roll out 5G and densify their networks, they are increasingly relinquishing end-to-end ownership and control of their networks by outsourcing links to wholesale fiber providers. A new iconectiv use case explains how wholesale fiber companies can streamline and simplify their interactions with their service provider customers to secure greater market share. Service providers use an industry-standard common language to log and describe their networks. A wholesale fiber company that applies the same standard terminology to their own network elements will instantly improve communication within their own organization—and at a competitive advantage when marketing to service providers.
Apr 6, 2023
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The new opportunity for tower companies in a 5G era

The Network Media Group recently sat down with a panel of experts at Mobile World Congress ‘23 in Barcelona to discuss the role of tower companies in the deployment of 5G. Learn how tower companies are able to partner with telecom service providers to tap into new revenue streams and speed up 5G rollouts.
Apr 4, 2023