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Sedona Systems has created NetFusion, the first multi-layer application platform, focusing on optimization & control of the optical and IP layers (L0-L3) of network operators. Enabling both optically-aware IP routing and IP-informed optical switching, our applications double effective WAN capacity, boost agility, availability and flexibility – and save up to 80% of core network costs over 5 years. Based on a centralized open-source software tools, NetFusion connects to all major vendors’ equipment through SDN controllers or management systems. It then optimizes key tasks through dynamic, automatic management of both optical and IP resources.

IMImobile PLC is a cloud communications software and solutions provider that enables enterprises to enhance and automate customer interactions through digital technologies. The company offers a range of products, including IMIbot.ai for automated conversational experiences, IMIchat for consolidating customer service channels, and IMIcampaign for multi-channel communication management. Additionally, it provides IMIconnect, a comprehensive cloud communications platform, along with services like Textlocal for SMS messaging and IMIdigital for mobile content deployment. Serving various industries such as telecom, banking, healthcare, and retail, IMImobile manages over 42 billion messages and 44 billion commerce transactions annually. Headquartered in London, the company has a global presence with offices in multiple regions, employing over 1,100 individuals. Founded in 1999, IMImobile supports organizations in improving customer engagement and operational efficiency through its innovative solutions.

Voicea is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence-based enterprise voice assistant software designed to enhance meeting productivity. Its flagship product, the Enterprise Voice Assistant (EVA), functions as an intelligent meeting facilitator by listening, taking notes, and identifying key decisions and action items during meetings. This capability allows users to make meetings searchable and ensures that discussions translate into actionable initiatives. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Voicea was formerly known as Voicera until its rebranding in December 2018. The company operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc., and is led by professionals with experience from major technology firms.

BroadSoft, Inc. is a prominent provider of software and services that empower telecommunications service providers to offer hosted cloud-based unified communications (UC) to enterprise customers across various regions, including North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company's main products include UC-One, which integrates various communication and collaboration tools such as phone services, messaging, and video conferencing; Team-One, a solution for project management and collaboration; BroadSoft Hub, which connects real-time communications with cloud applications; and CC-One, a contact center solution for multi-channel customer interactions. BroadSoft's offerings are delivered through its BroadWorks application server and BroadCloud platform. The company also provides professional support services, including installation, project management, and training. Catering to over 500 telecommunications service provider customers, BroadSoft operates in more than 70 countries and serves many of the largest telecommunications carriers globally. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, BroadSoft became a subsidiary of Cisco Systems in 2018.

Viptela, Inc. specializes in software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) technology, enabling global companies to establish carrier-agnostic and policy-controlled WANs that are both secure and cost-effective. Their offerings include a cloud-based SD-WAN Controller for managing routing, security, and authentication across devices, as well as a centralized management system that provides real-time monitoring of network health. Viptela's technology also features vEdge Routers for secure data connectivity and a flexible platform called Viptela Fabric, which supports various applications such as cloud networking and Network-as-a-Service. The company has been adopted by numerous Fortune 500 enterprises and major carriers, highlighting its effectiveness in reducing WAN costs and improving network agility. Incorporated in 2012 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Viptela operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems and has received recognition from industry analysts, including being named a Gartner Cool Vendor.

Acano Limited provides Acano, a collaboration platform for teams. Its Acano platform provides audio conferencing with support for various concurrent calls, integrated Interactive Voice Response, and a range of codecs; video conferencing support for standards-based video systems, while taking advantage of existing infrastructure; Web conferencing capabilities; Skype for business (Lync) integration; team spaces (virtual meeting rooms) to enable employees to organize their workflow around teams, projects, and topics with the people and tools they need; and unified communication capabilities. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Uxbridge, United Kingdom with locations in New York, New York; Palo Alto, California; Herndon, Virginia; Oslo, Norway; and North Sydney, Australia. As of January 29, 2016, Acano Limited operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems Holdings UK Limited.

Tropo Inc. provides a cloud API for building voice and SMS applications. It offers Tropo that enables the user to create conference calls and transcribe calls; and add communications features to their applications. Tropo Inc. was founded in 2009 and is based in Menlo Park, California. As of May 29, 2015, Tropo Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc.

ItsOn, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based software platform designed to enhance the performance of mobile networks for service and content providers. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, ItsOn enables real-time service customization, allowing businesses to offer smart mobile services tailored to specific user demographics and device types. The platform enhances brand awareness for mobile partners and improves targeted app placement, while also providing consumers and enterprise managers with real-time visibility and control over voice, text, and data usage. ItsOn has developed solutions for wireless carriers, including key accounts, and has been recognized for launching the first end-to-end solution for virtual policy and billing in 2014. The company serves a diverse clientele, including mobile operators, OEMs, OS suppliers, retailers, brands, and consumers both in the United States and internationally.

Ubiquisys is a mobile communications company specializing in the design and development of devices for mobile operators and consumers. The company is recognized for its ZoneGate femtocell system, a compact plug-and-play device that connects to home or office broadband, delivering 3G coverage and supporting various mobile services. Ubiquisys is also a leader in intelligent small cell technology, with its products deployed by over 70 operators worldwide. Additionally, the company offers solutions in the wireless-wireline convergence market, enhancing connectivity in both residential and commercial settings.

Intucell Ltd. is a company based in Israel that specializes in providing advanced radio management solutions for mobile operators. Operating in stealth mode, Intucell develops self-optimizing network (SON) software designed to enhance mobile traffic management services. Its technology offers real-time radio frequency visibility across the entire Radio Access Network, leveraging operational support system (OSS) data to automate the management and synchronization of network elements. This allows mobile carriers to effectively plan, configure, manage, optimize, and repair cellular networks in response to real-time changes in network demand, thus improving overall efficiency and capacity to handle increasing traffic associated with smartphone usage.

Odin provides the software that powers the cloud ecosystem, from small and local hosters to some of the world’s largest telecommunication companies. By partnering with Odin, service providers gain access to industry expertise, a catalog of the most in-demand cloud applications, and the most comprehensive selection of software including web server management, server virtualization, provisioning, and billing automation.

BroadHop specializes in policy control solutions that empower telecom service providers to manage their converged networks effectively. With over 65 policy installations globally, the company is recognized as a leader in this domain. Its open policy platform is uniquely designed to support all aspects of policy control, allowing service providers to efficiently manage, monetize, and personalize various services. This capability extends to both new and legacy network components, as well as in-network and third-party services across different access technologies, including wired and wireless systems. BroadHop's innovative approach ensures that telecom operators can optimize their service offerings and enhance customer experiences.

ip.access solves in-building access problems for mobile operators, opening up new revenue streams while defending existing business. ip.access has been deploying small cell solutions for over 10 years providing more than 90 customers around the world with the capability to accelerate the introduction of small cell solutions into their networks irrespective of use case, technology or deployment model. The company’s success is built upon its ability to provide its Service Provider customers with a range of small cell solutions across all technologies (2G, 3G, and 4G), alongside a deployment philosophy that integrates the small cell access points with converged access gateways and comprehensive network management and performance tools. The methodology and solution capability provided by ip.access enables its customers to better manage the economic challenges of delivering against ever more demanding coverage and capacity requirements. This, along with the ease of integration to higher order management solutions and the robust and elegant macro network interaction reduces the ‘cycle time’ from installation to commercial service. In addition, ip.access has focussed diligently on providing the intelligence and application layers to enable its customers to deliver rapid monetisation of their small cell deployments, drive new and complimentary revenue streams to further enhance the small cells business case.

VideoIQ, Inc. produces intelligent video surveillance systems. The company's products include Icvr intelligent IP cameras and encoders with video recording and analytics for building video analytics, content-aware storage, and intelligent networking into security cameras and encoders; and HD intelligent smart video analytics engines, which act as a digital guard, transforming video surveillance into a system for warning and security protection in various environment and under various conditions. It serves water treatment, chemical, and processing plants in the utilities and infrastructure sector; factory settings in the industrial sector; and truck and train terminals, and highways in the transportation sector. The company also serves government buildings, borders, and military bases in the homeland security industry; and headquarters facilities, hospitals, and production facilities in the corporate campus sector. In addition, it serves car dealerships, parking lots and garages, rental yards, hospitals, and construction sites in the commercial outdoor sector; and luxury homes, notable persons, second homes, and the residential home construction sector. The company sells its products in the United States and Europe through video surveillance integrators and resellers. VideoIQ, Inc. was founded in 2006 and is based in Bedford, Massachusetts.

RingCentral is a cloud-based communication and collaboration platform that offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance business operations. Its products include unified communications as a service (UCaaS), which integrates voice, messaging, video conferencing, and online meetings, enabling organizations to connect teams across various locations seamlessly. The platform caters to over 350,000 businesses worldwide, providing solutions that scale with enterprises as they grow. Key offerings include RingCentral Office, which combines a multi-extension business phone system with unlimited calling and fax functionalities, and RingCentral Glip, a unified team workspace that facilitates effective collaboration by centralizing communications and resources. Additionally, RingCentral provides an omnichannel contact center solution that enhances customer service interactions and supports efficient communication. The company also offers RingCentral Professional for managing virtual phone lines and RingCentral Fax for internet-based faxing, streamlining document transmission. Headquartered in Belmont, California, RingCentral was founded in 2003 and has received backing from several prominent investors.

VidSys, Inc. specializes in developing a converged security information management software platform designed for operations centers within public sector agencies and enterprise organizations globally. The company's flagship product, Vidsys, is a flexible solution that integrates various sensors, devices, and systems through open architecture APIs and SDKs, facilitating the collection and analysis of large data sets to generate actionable insights aligned with organizational risk policies and compliance standards. The platform supports real-time situational awareness and information management, accessible from mobile and web technologies. VidSys also offers a mobile application for both iOS and Android devices, as well as software training and web-based portal support services. The company serves a diverse range of sectors, including federal government, education, energy, transportation, public safety, and healthcare. Established in 2005, VidSys is headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, with additional offices in Massachusetts, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, and Brazil.

LineSider Technologies is leading the evolution of communications networks to meet the requirements of cloud computing. With next-generation network services virtualization, the Company helps service providers and enterprise organizations, transform their networks into dynamic and fluid infrastructures that can respond rapidly to changes in dynamic cloud computing environments.

RingCentral is a cloud-based communication and collaboration platform that offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance business operations. Its products include unified communications as a service (UCaaS), which integrates voice, messaging, video conferencing, and online meetings, enabling organizations to connect teams across various locations seamlessly. The platform caters to over 350,000 businesses worldwide, providing solutions that scale with enterprises as they grow. Key offerings include RingCentral Office, which combines a multi-extension business phone system with unlimited calling and fax functionalities, and RingCentral Glip, a unified team workspace that facilitates effective collaboration by centralizing communications and resources. Additionally, RingCentral provides an omnichannel contact center solution that enhances customer service interactions and supports efficient communication. The company also offers RingCentral Professional for managing virtual phone lines and RingCentral Fax for internet-based faxing, streamlining document transmission. Headquartered in Belmont, California, RingCentral was founded in 2003 and has received backing from several prominent investors.

Oversi is an Israeli company specializing in over-the-top (OTT) caching and content delivery solutions. It provides a multi-service platform designed to accelerate the delivery of internet video and peer-to-peer (P2P) content, thereby helping service providers manage the increasing traffic on their networks. Oversi's video caching and P2P caching technologies enhance the quality of experience for subscribers, which not only improves user satisfaction but also opens new avenues for monetization and enables the delivery of tiered services. This ultimately contributes to an increase in average revenue per user. The company's systems are implemented by service providers globally, with a presence in EMEA, the US, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America.

Mavenir is a cloud-native network software provider that focuses on transforming network infrastructure for Communications Service Providers (CSPs). The company offers a comprehensive product portfolio that spans all layers of network infrastructure, including 5G applications, packet core, and radio access networks (RAN). Mavenir's innovative solutions have established it as a leader in evolved networking, with notable advancements in technologies such as VoLTE, VoWiFi, Advanced Messaging, and virtualized RAN. The company serves over 250 CSP customers in more than 130 countries, impacting more than half of the world's subscribers. By leveraging disruptive technologies and business models, Mavenir aims to enhance service agility, flexibility, and efficiency while helping CSPs reduce costs and protect revenue.

Starent Networks specializes in multimedia core technology that supports mobile operators in providing mobile broadband services to their subscribers. The company offers a range of infrastructure hardware and software solutions designed to enhance the delivery of high-speed data, voice, and multimedia services. By focusing on high-performance network architecture, Starent Networks enables mobile wireless operators to meet the demands of advanced multimedia services, ensuring efficient and reliable connectivity for users.

TANDBERG provides video conferencing for business, public sector, and education. They offer telepresence, high definition video systems, and PC video, a full portfolio of infrastructure products and MCUs, and a video management platform They hold the highest market share for video infrastructure products as well as video endpoints, whether measured in terms of revenue or unit volume. Tandberg has dual headquarters in Oslo, Norway, and New York, USA, offices in 34 countries, and more than 1,500 employees across the globe.

Jabber, Inc. develops and markets commercial real-time presence and messaging solutions for the enterprise, government, communications/service providers, financial services, and original equipment manufacturer markets. It offers JabberNow that provides out-of-the-box collaboration features, such as presence-based instant messaging and text conferencing/group chat in a secure messaging environment to small and medium workforces; and Jabber Extensible Communications Platform, a presence, messaging, and XML routing platform. The company also provides Jabber MomentIM, an extensible Windows desktop client; Jabber Messenger for the Web, a zero-footprint Web browser client; and Mobile Clients solution that offers instant messaging and presence functionality to mobile users. In addition, it offers maintenance and support, installation and configuration assistance, training, consulting, and custom development services. Jabber offers its products through reseller, strategic, and development partners. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Denver, Colorado with additional offices in Washington, District of Columbia. As of October 31, 2008, Jabber, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc.

PostPath, Inc. develops email and collaboration servers for corporate messaging and collaboration environments. Its products include The PostPath Server, a Linux-based enterprise-email and collaboration server, which provide live and incremental backup and granular restore; PostPath WebMail, which provides AJAX browser-based access to email, calendar, contacts, and collaboration data; PostPath Web Configuration Tool, which provides GUI based and access-controlled administration; and PostPath Remote Office Extensions. The company was founded in 2003 as Apptran Software, Inc. and changed its name to PostPath, Inc. in 2006. PostPath, Inc. is headquartered in Mountain View, California. As of September 17, 2008, PostPath, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc.

Oversi is an Israeli company specializing in over-the-top (OTT) caching and content delivery solutions. It provides a multi-service platform designed to accelerate the delivery of internet video and peer-to-peer (P2P) content, thereby helping service providers manage the increasing traffic on their networks. Oversi's video caching and P2P caching technologies enhance the quality of experience for subscribers, which not only improves user satisfaction but also opens new avenues for monetization and enables the delivery of tiered services. This ultimately contributes to an increase in average revenue per user. The company's systems are implemented by service providers globally, with a presence in EMEA, the US, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America.

Webex, now part of Cisco, specializes in on-demand collaboration solutions that facilitate online meetings, web conferencing, and videoconferencing for teams of all sizes. It enhances business processes, including sales and training, through secure and interactive web-based applications. These services are delivered via the Webex MediaTone Network, a global infrastructure designed for secure and efficient application delivery. In addition to video and web conferencing, Webex offers integrated telephone and audio services, allowing users to connect using standard devices such as telephones, webcams, and microphones. The platform also provides supplementary services like asset management and software distribution, ensuring comprehensive support for remote collaboration.

Qovia provides voice over Internet protocol telephony monitoring and management technologies and products. It develops software products to monitor and manage voice quality on Internet telephone systems. The company's customers include school districts, government agencies, law enforcement agencies, banking and financial institutions, call centers, and voice carriers. Qovia, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is based in Frederick, Maryland.

Tivella provides solutions for the video on demand and interactive services over IP marketplaces. It offers VIPbox, a software for IP-based set-top boxes; and TAS servers for providing administrative services for the VIPbox based set-top boxes networks. The company also provides corporate messaging and training, business updates, private channels, and information/announcements solutions for enterprise TV; and video/audio advertisements, price promotion, and product launch solutions for retail TV. In addition, it offers video-on-demand, video distribution from district level, real-time broadcasts, and e-rate certified solutions for education TV. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Half Moon Bay, California. As of January 9, 2007, Tivella, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc.

Orative Corporation develops mobile software solutions that improve voice communications for business mobile phone users. Its Orative Enterprise Software, a client-server solution, provides users to coordinate conversations, collaborate with colleagues, screen unwanted calls and interruptions, and access personal and corporate phone books. Orative was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in San Jose, California. Orative Corporation operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc.

Arroyo Video Solutions is a video on demand company based in the United States. It was acquired by Cisco Systems on August 21, 2006.

Metreos Corporation, founded in 2001 by Louis Marascio and Mark Richards, specializes in providing an IP telephony development and run-time platform that enables companies to build, deploy, and manage IP telephony applications. The company offers both packaged applications and a comprehensive set of tools for customizing and managing these applications within IP telephony networks. Metreos primarily serves large enterprises that have transitioned from traditional TDM phone systems to Voice-over-IP systems, particularly those utilizing Cisco Systems as their VoIP provider. Since 2004, notable clients such as Lehman Brothers and BearingPoint have utilized Metreos products to tailor their IP telephony solutions, compensating for features that were not carried over from their previous systems. In recognition of the value provided to its large enterprise customers, Cisco acquired Metreos in June 2006 for $28 million, further integrating its capabilities into Cisco's offerings.

Audium specializes in the development of advanced call center applications, particularly through its VoiceXML speech self-service application platform. The company provides a comprehensive software suite that enables users to create, prototype, test, deploy, manage, scale, and enhance interactive voice response (IVR) applications. This platform is designed to accommodate both small and large development teams, integrating seamlessly with existing web and application server infrastructures. Audium was acquired by Cisco in 2006, further solidifying its position in the market for innovative communication solutions.

Sypixx Networks provides video/audio network and software solutions. It offers products and solutions that deliver broadcast-quality video, audio, and data to multiple users over standard Ethernet/IP networks to the security and infrastructure markets. Sypixx Networks, Inc. also offers network-centric video surveillance software and hardware that enable existing analog video surveillance systems to operate as part of an open IP network. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Waterbury, Connecticut with additional offices in Carlsbad, California; and Scottsdale, Arizona.

Comviva, formerly known as Bharti Telesoft, is a leading provider of integrated value-added services (VAS) solutions for mobile operators, primarily in emerging markets. The company has established a significant presence in over 90 countries, serving more than a billion mobile users globally. Comviva's extensive portfolio includes offerings in mobile finance, content, infotainment, customer value management, messaging, and mobile data services. By partnering with major mobile service providers and financial institutions, Comviva aims to enhance revenue growth, improve customer loyalty, and increase operational efficiency. The company is a subsidiary of Tech Mahindra and is part of the Mahindra Group, which has a diverse business portfolio. Comviva's solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly into operators' business environments, catering to the needs of one in three mobile users in regions such as Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.

Cisco Systems, Inc., has completed the acquisition of Scientific-Atlanta of Lawrenceville, Georgia. Scientific-Atlanta is a leading global provider of set-top boxes, end-to-end video distribution networks and video systems integration. This acquisition will allow Cisco to offer a world class, end-to-end data, voice, video, and mobility solution for carrier networks and the digital home.

Sipura Technology, Inc. was a Voice over IP (VoIP) startup company based in San Jose, California.

Traverse Networks is a leading supplier of enhanced voice services technology to communications service providers in the US. With unique and highly scalable technology, Traverse Networks helps partners generate new revenue streams by complementing existing products or enabling the creation of new enhanced services.

DynamicSoft offers carrier-class infrastructure software designed for packet-based wireline and wireless communications networks. The company's solutions enable carriers and communications application service providers to implement telephony applications and converged services over Internet Protocol networks. Central to its offerings is the dynamicsoft Service Engine, which facilitates mobile carriers in delivering voice and data services over packet networks. This platform also provides a transition pathway to IP 3G network environments and supports a range of services, including voice, multimedia messaging, instant messaging, and presence. Additionally, it consolidates essential functions such as customer data storage, authentication, authorization, provisioning, and service interaction. Established in 1998, DynamicSoft is headquartered in East Hanover, New Jersey.

P-Cube develops programmable IP service control platforms for broadband and mobile network operators. The company's products include engage, which offers service providers a roadmap to profitability by offering technology that enables operators to adopt a phased approach; encharge, which works with existing OSS and BSS systems that creates a converged voice and data prepaid-postpaid environment; and service control platforms.

VirtualLogix, Inc. specializes in developing virtualization software solutions for connected devices and networks. The company's flagship product, VirtualLogix VLX, is a platform that allows embedded systems to operate multiple heterogeneous operating systems and applications concurrently on shared hardware. Its offerings include VLX for Network Infrastructure, which supports real-time and Linux operating systems on general-purpose and digital signal processors; VLX for Mobile Handsets, tailored for wireless devices; and VLX for Embedded Systems, a customizable option for various embedded products. Additionally, VirtualLogix provides VLX Developer, an eclipse-based environment for configuring and optimizing virtualized platforms, along with consulting and training services. The company’s solutions are utilized in diverse applications such as 3G wireless handsets, multimedia IP devices, and switching equipment. VirtualLogix serves a global clientele, including semiconductor companies, manufacturers, OEMs, and carriers across Europe, the United States, Japan, Korea, and China. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, VirtualLogix was previously known as Jaluna SA.

Latitude Communications specializes in providing enterprise voice and web conferencing solutions, facilitating virtual meetings for organizations. Its MeetingPlace system enables companies to conduct meetings across various geographic locations, enhancing decision-making processes by allowing participants to schedule, attend, and interact during sessions. The platform supports document sharing and editing, as well as recording and playback of meeting content. Participants can join meetings using a range of accessible communication devices, including telephones, cellular phones, laptops, and desktop computers, ensuring broad usability and convenience for diverse user needs.

The Linksys Group is a manufacturer of networking products designed for home and small office use. The company specializes in a wide range of wired and wireless equipment, including broadband and wireless routers, Ethernet switches suitable for both consumers and small businesses, and VoIP devices. Additionally, Linksys provides wireless internet video cameras, audio-visual products, and network storage systems. By focusing on the needs of home users and small office environments, Linksys aims to enhance connectivity and communication through its innovative product offerings.

SignalWorks is a software firm that designs and develops full-duplex speakerphone (FDS) software modules. The company also offers products for microphones, loudspeakers, acoustics, telephone enclosure design, and telephony. SignalWorks Inc. was founded in 1994 and is based in Mountain View, California.

Flarion Technologies, based in Bedminster, New Jersey, specializes in mobile broadband solutions, having developed FLASH-OFDM technology since 2000. The company offers a range of products, including the RadioRouter base station and FLASH-OFDM modems, which enable mobile operators to provide high-speed data services to their subscribers. Flarion also licenses its FLASH-OFDM technology, supporting the integration of this mobile communications technology into various devices such as notebook computers, handheld PCs, personal digital assistants, web tablets, and mobile phones. By focusing on orthogonal frequency division multiplex access (OFDMA) technology, Flarion Technologies aims to enhance the mobile Internet experience for users.

Adir Technologies develops and markets network management software for VoIP and other packet-based multimedia networks. It provides software solutions for telecommunications, internet, wireless, and broadband service providers and enterprises. Adir Technologies is acquired by NetSpeak Corporation in August 2001. Adir Technologies was founded in 1995 and is based in Newark, New Jersey.

NetVmg is a company specializing in intelligent route control software designed to optimize internet performance for businesses. Founded in May 2000 and later acquired by Internap Network Services Corporation in 2003, NetVmg offers a range of hardware solutions, including the FCP 500 for mid-sized enterprises and the FCP 100 for smaller sites. The company's services focus on managing Internet protocol traffic, enhancing control and reliability for mission-critical operations, and helping organizations achieve their objectives related to cost reduction and improved application performance. By enabling effective management of IP traffic across various networks, NetVmg supports businesses in maintaining optimal internet performance levels.

ExiO Communications develops wireless technologies for corporate networks based on code division multiple access technologies. Cisco acquired ExiO communications in 2000.

Active Voice is a company that specializes in call processing systems and unified messaging solutions. It develops software and servers that integrate traditional office telephone systems with personal computers, local area networks, and the Internet, enabling businesses to enhance their communication capabilities. The company offers a social networking voice application that allows users to send voice messages, emails, and share content on platforms like Twitter and Facebook. This application supports voice recognition in 23 languages, including full support for Chinese, and can convert spoken Mandarin, Cantonese, English, and Japanese into text. Active Voice's products are designed to streamline telephony functions, including voicemail and desktop call handling, facilitating improved operational efficiency for its clients. The company is headquartered in Seattle and has representatives across the United States, as well as offices in several countries worldwide.

Picolight Incorporated is a manufacturer of high-bandwidth optical transceivers and components, specializing in the design and development of optical components and vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL)-based optical transceivers. Founded in 1995 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company serves various sectors, including local area networking, optical switches, computer systems, and optical metro applications. Picolight's product offerings include Ethernet and fiber channel transceivers, as well as optical transmitters and receivers, catering to the growing demands of high-speed optical communication systems.

Picolight Incorporated is a manufacturer of high-bandwidth optical transceivers and components, specializing in the design and development of optical components and vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL)-based optical transceivers. Founded in 1995 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company serves various sectors, including local area networking, optical switches, computer systems, and optical metro applications. Picolight's product offerings include Ethernet and fiber channel transceivers, as well as optical transmitters and receivers, catering to the growing demands of high-speed optical communication systems.

CyOptics, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of Indium Phosphide (InP) optical chips and components, catering to access, metro, and long-haul communications systems. The company offers a range of products, including planar lightwave circuits (PLCs) for telecommunications and defense applications, as well as optical components such as transmitters, receivers, and modulators. These products serve as essential technology enablers for manufacturers of transmit optical sub-assemblies and receive optical sub-assemblies. Additionally, CyOptics provides contract design, foundry, and packaging services, along with radio frequency and optical design, wafer fabrication, and automated assembly and testing for both telecom and non-telecom applications. The company's clientele primarily consists of original equipment manufacturers and sub-system manufacturers in the communications sector. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Breinigsville, Pennsylvania, CyOptics operates InP design and fabrication facilities in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, silicon PLC fabrication operations in South Plainfield, New Jersey, and automated packaging and testing operations in Matamoros, Mexico.

IPCell Technologies is a voice over Internet Protocol company based in the United States. It was acquired by Cisco Systems on September 28, 2000.

Vovida Networks develops a Linux based communications infrastructure company and the global pioneer of open source telephony. Acquired by Cisco in 2000.

Adir Technologies develops and markets network management software for VoIP and other packet-based multimedia networks. It provides software solutions for telecommunications, internet, wireless, and broadband service providers and enterprises. Adir Technologies is acquired by NetSpeak Corporation in August 2001. Adir Technologies was founded in 1995 and is based in Newark, New Jersey.

PixStream is a technology company based in Waterloo, Ontario, that specializes in developing video networking solutions. Founded in 1996 by Marc Morin and Brad Siim, the company creates systems that adapt television signals to various network types. Its offerings include complete video head-ends that facilitate the efficient transport of high-quality video and audio over broadband networks. By optimizing bandwidth, PixStream enables service providers to deliver innovative video services and applications, thereby enhancing the user experience.

IPmobile is a new, wireless communications infrastructure company focused on transforming raw radio capacity into managed, cost-efficient, and IP service-ready bandwidth. Using IPmobile's solutions, network operators and service/content providers will be able to profitably extend wireline VPN, service guarantees, provisioned QoS, premium content delivery, VoIP, and multicasting capabilities over the air. The Company's air intelligent technology has wide applicability for current cellular/PCS and fixed wireless markets, and for next generation IP-based wireless/mobility networks.

Komodo Technology is a developer of Voice-over-IP (VoIP) devices that allow analog telephones to place calls over IP-based networks.

Ubicom is a privately held company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in communications and media processor (CMP) and software platforms designed for real-time interactive applications and multimedia content delivery in the digital home. The company focuses on providing optimized system-level solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across various products, including wireless routers, access points, VoIP gateways, streaming media devices, and print servers. Ubicom's innovative multithreaded processor design, coupled with its real-time operating system and application-level solutions, ensures a high-quality user experience characterized by exceptional ease of use.

InfoGear Technology specializes in the production of software and application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) aimed at the low-cost Internet Appliance market. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company is known for its initial product, the iPHONE, a smart telephone featuring a touch screen that facilitates simple access to online services and the Internet/Intranet.

Spanlink Communications, Inc. provides business communications technology and network integration solutions in the United States and internationally. It offers packaged applications, such as Spanlink Courtesy Callback that improves customer satisfaction and agent utilization rates; Customer Survey Manager, which provides users with a solution for creating, launching, and managing automated customer feedback surveys; Spanlink Top Customer that enables users to give designated customers attention; and SolutionWatch, an enterprise-grade application monitoring and systems reporting tool to provide alerts on flaws in the voice and data network. The company also provides CentralControl, a system management product that provides the multi-tenancy to manage voice network, enables senior level control at the data center, and provides access for routine changes at the edge; and IVR toolkits for unified customer voice portal, unified contact center enterprise, and unified contact center express platforms. In addition, it offers analysis, design, implementation, validation, launch, transition, and support services; consultative and assessment services, such as solution value analysis, voice readiness assessment, recording studio, reporting assessment, simulation testing, and post-deployment assessment services; and planning, migration, and support services. Further, Spanlink Communications provides contact center solutions, such as unified communications, unified customer contact, and network systems solutions; and interactive intelligence solutions, including enterprise IP telephony, contact center, hosted and on-premise contact center, and business process automation solutions. The company integrates unified communications, customer interaction, workforce optimization, and system management products that exploit the benefits of VoIP network infrastructures. Spanlink Communications, Inc. was founded in 1988 and is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Compatible is a developer of standards-based, reliable and scalable VPN solutions for service provider networks. Its industry-leading platform enables service providers to deploy robust, IPSec architectures for VPN services.

Altiga Networks develops a new generation of high performance, highly scaleable, cost-efficient Internet connectivity products that utilize industry standard protocols. Altiga Networks was founded in 1998 and is based in Franklin, Massachusetts.

Tellium delivers high-speed, high-capacity, intelligent optical solutions that empower service providers around the world to create, run, control, simplify and optimize their networks. First in the world to provide in-service, intelligent optical switches, Tellium's Aurora Optical Switch™ family and the StarNet Software Suite™ together offer service providers a simple and cost-effective migration path to next-generation public networks.

POS is a leading developer of Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM) equipment. A pioneer in the DWDM market, the company has leading-edge technology and the world's largest installed base of 'open' 10 GBPS (gigabits per second) optical transport systems in operational networks. POS products will accelerate the deployment of more cost-effective transitional and New World networks.

V-Bits is a provider of standards-based digital video processing systems for cable television service providers. The company develops video multiplex/demultiplex products for operators and service providers within the cable, satellite and broadcasting industries. The company's core technologies include real-time rate processing and manipulation of compressed digital video signals. V-Bits offers scalable compression bandwidth management solutions for the cable DBS and broadcast market. The company was founded by Wen H. Chen in 1997 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.

WebLine Communications provides simultaneous Web-based information and real-time personal interaction by allowing customers to contact corporate call centers via their computer while browsing a site or Intranet. Webline became part of Cisco's Applications Technology. The company was founded in 1996 and is based in Burlington, Massacheusetts.

Maxcomm Technologies is a broadband internet technology distributor that brings data and multiple voice lines to consumers. It specializes in the development of telephony systems which enable organizations to grow their customer base, increase customer satisfaction, promote new products and programs, all achieved while streamlining costs. The company focuses on customer needs, they are able to create systems which are user-friendly, and yet technologically advanced. It allows its customers to receive technical support at pre-arranged times. Maxcomm Technologies is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 1998 by Dev Vrat Gupta. The company was acquired by Cisco on August 18, 1999.

Calista designs and manufactures devices which connect telephone exchanges to IP networks, voicemail systems and call recording systems, according to information on the company's Web site.

StratumOne Communications is a fabless semiconductor manufacturer that delivers high-performance chip sets for enabling packet, cell, and circuit switched data over SONET networks. Its semiconductor chips are used in conjunction with high-speed networks integrating data, voice, and video. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Santa Clara, California.

TransMedia Communications provides 'media-aware' voice-over-packet-network (VOPN) switch that bridges the gap between high-performance Internet/packet (IP/ATM) network and traditional public switched telephone network (PSTN) communications to provide lower cost services and enable high-impact customer services. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in San Jose, California.

Amteva provides IP-based Unified Communications middleware that consolidates voicemail, e-mail and fax on a single IP network, accessible independent of location, time or device.

GeoTel Communications Corporation operates as a global provider of customer-interaction software solutions for mission-critical call center applications. The company's computer telephony integration products create an enterprise-wide customer-interaction platform by integrating multivendor networks, automatic call distributors, voice response systems, databases, desktop applications, and other resources. Solutions are provided for single-site, multisite, and network service provider deployments. The company is based in Littleton, Massachusetts.

GeoTel Communications Corporation operates as a global provider of customer-interaction software solutions for mission-critical call center applications. The company's computer telephony integration products create an enterprise-wide customer-interaction platform by integrating multivendor networks, automatic call distributors, voice response systems, databases, desktop applications, and other resources. Solutions are provided for single-site, multisite, and network service provider deployments. The company is based in Littleton, Massachusetts.

Sentient Networks offers circuit emulation service based asynchronous transfer mode solutions. It also offers multi-service access switches. The company's product line gives competitive local exchange carriers a platform for provisioning services and converging voice and data networks. Sentient Networks, formerly known as Cellstream Networks, Inc., was founded in 1995 and is based in Milpitas, California.

Fibex Systems is a pioneer in Integrated Access Digital Loop Carrier (IADLC) products, devices that combine traditional voice services with data services using ATM as the underlying architecture. Sentient Networks has developed the industry's highest density ATM Circuit Emulation Service (CES) Gateway, which is capable of transporting circuit-based private line services across packet-based ATM networks.

Selsius Systems designs, develops, and delivers an IP-based H.323 PBX System. Its product Selsius-IP PBX allows customers to migrate their voice requirements to an IP network, at their own pace, without disrupting their current PBX environment. The company’s products, include the Selsius Call-Manager, an NT-resident software PBX, the Selsius-Phone, an Ethernet IP phone, and Selsius-Access, a family of IP-to-circuit switched analog and digital gateways. Seksius Systems was founded by Richard Platt in 1997 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Clarity Wireless is focused on the development of wireless communication technology solutions. It provides a range of information technology infrastructure installation, maintenance, and support services. Clarity Wireless was acquired by Cisco in September 1998. Clarity Wireless was founded by Greg Raleigh in 1996.

Lightspeed International specializes in voice protocol conversion and intelligent call control software. The company focuses on developing technology that facilitates the transmission of voice signaling across various protocols and applications. Its software aids in managing voice communication over data networks, ensuring compatibility and efficiency among diverse systems. By enabling seamless integration and communication, Lightspeed International supports the evolving needs of voice transmission in a technologically diverse landscape.

Tellium delivers high-speed, high-capacity, intelligent optical solutions that empower service providers around the world to create, run, control, simplify and optimize their networks. First in the world to provide in-service, intelligent optical switches, Tellium's Aurora Optical Switch™ family and the StarNet Software Suite™ together offer service providers a simple and cost-effective migration path to next-generation public networks.

Telebit Corporation is a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of products for data communication networks. In 1993, Summit Partners portfolio company Octocom Systems was acquired by Telebit.

Combinet provided telecommuters and remote offices with high-speed remote access to enterprise networks. The company was founded in 1988 and was based in Sunnyvale, California. Combinet has re-emerged in start-up phase.