Published: May 11, 2010
VIACABO Selects IBBS' Award-Winning BBX Platform to Deliver Broadband to Cable Subscribers Throughout Brazil
LOS ANGELES - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Integrated Broadband Services (IBBS), the leading provider of managed,
integrated solutions that enable broadband providers to deliver
exceptional services, expand into new markets and reduce unnecessary
operations costs, today announced that it would deliver its Broadband
Explorer (BBX) provisioning and diagnostics services to enable VIACABO
to provide broadband to cable subscribers throughout Brazil. Based in
Sao Jose dos Campos in the state of Sao Paulo, Brazil, VIACABO serves
over 130,000 video and data subscribers in 14 cities across the country.
According to Eduardo Nasser Bussab, Finance Officer, VIACABO, "After
extensive due diligence, our executive team collectively agreed that
IBBS would offer a technologically robust solution and a cost structure
that is more manageable and predictable than any other alternative. In
addition, the Company's clear commitment to customer service and
support, coupled with its intimate knowledge of both our industry and
the Latin American market, led us to the conclusion that our customers
will be best served by IBBS."
David Keil, IBBS CEO, noted that, "VIACABO is recognized throughout
South America for the quality of its advanced data, voice and video
services, and we are honored to be their partner of choice." He
continued, "IBBS is committed to expanding its footprint throughout the
Caribbean and Latin American markets, and is excited to add such a
significant customer in Brazil. I am pleased that our conversions are
progressing ahead of schedule, as two VIACABO systems have already been
successfully converted to our BBX platform, with more planned over the
coming months."
ABOUT IBBS
IBBS is the leading global provider of managed, integrated broadband
services and solutions. More than 230 broadband and cable operators
worldwide utilize IBBS' managed software, network management and
technical support to increase residential and commercial subscriber
satisfaction, reduce OPEX and optimize network performance. The
Company's diagnostic and provisioning software, network management
services and tier-1 NOC, as well as its technical support center,
empower broadband professionals to cost-effectively monitor and service
customers with a scalable, secure, fully-integrated solution that
ensures maximum network uptime and lower operating expenses. Since 2001,
IBBS and its customers have been providing world-class customer service
and network management by using the Broadband Explorer (BBX)
Provisioning and Diagnostic Software Suite and enabling the Triple Play
through wired and wireless networks. IBBS is located in Atlanta, GA,
with western operations in suburban Vancouver, BC.
Additional information can be found at http://www.ibbs.com
or by calling 770-387-2053.
ABOUT VIACABO
VIACABO is one of the pioneers in the Cable Television market in Brazil,
operating since 1988. In its early years has attracted foreign
investors, promoting the union between local entrepreneurs and the
tradition, expertise and competences of major players in the global
pay-TV market.
The evolution of VIACABO services has also followed the industry
technological development, with the implementation of digital platforms
and compatibility to new services and products.
Presently operating 14 systems in 8 states, with complete
infrastructure, modern buildings, new vehicles; and qualified technical
and administrative staff, trained to support and comply with any
customers' needs.
VIACABO can be reached at www.viacabo.com.br
or at (12) 2139 05 00
Av.Barão do Rio Branco , 540 São Jose dos Campos , São Paulo , Brasil

IBBS Marketing Manager
Toni Birtwistle, 888-207-0203
toni.birtwistle@ibbs.com
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