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Nokia and Varnion to enhance superior broadband experience with Altiplano-based PON solutions
the company to leverage automation and network insights and improve management , flexibility , scalability and reliability .
As part of the three-year agreement , Nokia will supply its solution to transform the broadband experience for Varnion ’ s customers including more than 300 hotel chains , tourism centers , shopping malls and entertainment centers . Nokia ’ s solution will also be used to provide capacity for 200,000 homes passed in Jabodetabek , Java and Bali . said : “ Our industry-leading solutions are helping ISPs , such as Varnion , in ensuring an enhanced end-user experience while futureproofing their networks . Quality fiber-based fixed broadband services are crucial as our reliance on broadband-based services continues to expand for both professional and personal tasks . We are excited to collaborate with Varnion for this initiative and look forward to forging a long-term partnership with them .”
Varnion Technology Semesta ( Varnion ), an ISP focused on the hospitality industry , will use Nokia ’ s solution including Nokia Altiplano Access Controller , Lightspan MF , and Lightspan DF fiber platforms , to modernize its broadband network .
Alexander Budiman , CEO , Varnion Technology Semesta , said : “ Nokia ’ s Altiplano platform will empower us to delight our customers by delivering a more reliable and improved experience . We eagerly anticipate working with Nokia on this crucial project .”
Varnion is upgrading its LAN infrastructure from switch-based to PON-based – enabling
Sang Xulei , Head of Network Infrastructure Reginal Business Center , Nokia Asia Pacific ,
Ricoh wins Cisco Asia Pacific SMB Managed Service Partner of the Year
Ricoh has been recognised by Cisco as the Asia Pacific SMB Managed Service Partner of the Year – saluted for ‘ exceptional commitment ’ to delivering innovative and reliable managed services tailored to the unique needs of SMB ’ s .
The Cisco Asia Pacific SMB Awards reflect the top-performing partners within specific technology markets and segments across the Asia Pacific region . Award recipients are selected by a committee of executives representing Cisco ’ s Global and Regional Partner Sales Organisations .
“ Our partnership with Cisco enables us to deliver unparalleled levels of innovation to our clients , maximising their investments in networking and data center modernisation ,” said Kei Uesugi , Managing Director for Ricoh Asia-Pacific and Latin America .
“ Ricoh ’ s expertise in Digital Transformation , hybrid workplaces and the entire IT spectrum allows us to tailor solutions using the best mix of products and technologies to meet the evolving needs of our SMB customers so that they can focus on running their businesses .”
Together , Ricoh and Cisco help companies to scale efficiently , reduce development costs and risks and quicken the time-to-value of new business solutions by making it easy for organisations to stay connected and productive while ensuring their networks and devices are secure and reliable .
“ Winners of the SMB Awards are fantastic examples of how we partner to achieve shared success in various regions of the world ,” said Michiko Kamata , Managing Director of Cisco Distribution and SMB Sales , Asia Pacific , Japan and Greater China .
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