Alfa, the Lebanese mobile operator managed by Orascom Telecom, has chosen Astellia, to deliver a complete vendor-independent 3G+ monitoring solution which will highlight the quality experience of Alfa’s subscribers and offer enhancements to the operator’s enhancements on network capabilities.
“This partnership comes in line with the national quality of service (QoS) network plan for 2012 which has set concrete targets. Astellia’s 3G+ monitoring solution will allow us to proactively address any quality problems on our 3G+ network and analyse hidden network issues,” said Assaad Abousleiman, Alfa’s chief technology officer. “This will enhance the efficiency and performance of our network and result in offering our entire base of subscribers of 1.7 million with a first class quality of experience (QoE). We are confident that Astellia will lead the project successfully and allow us to address all requirements within the set timelines.”
Astellia has already with Alfa delivering its 2G monitoring solution. The company has also performed a three-month in-depth audit for Alfa’s 3G+ network following its deployment and official launch, delivering actionable insights to optimise network quality and provide first class experience to Alfa’s subscribers. This comprehensive audit was the stepping-stone to Alfa’s purchase of Astellia’s complete solution.
Under the new deal, Astellia will monitor all 3G+ network interfaces for Alfa in two phases delivering precise, up to cell level information to optimise and fine-tune Alfa’s radio access network. Astellia will also work upgrading Alfa’s 2G and 3G+ solutions with new modules, such as roaming, and will enhance the network solution with key performance indicators reporting, troubleshooting, and alarming capabilities.
“It is a great honour for Astellia to be acknowledged by Alfa for our outstanding network optimization solutions and services. Through this contract, Astellia is taking Alfa further into the QoE era by providing a deeper understanding of the inter dependencies between network equipment, subscribers, mobile devices, voice and data services,” said Ali Wansa, managing director, Middle East, at Astellia.
