Swisscom Launches MVNO Platform

LogicaCMG says that it has successfully deployed a Mobile Virtual Network Operator-Enabler (MVNO-E) platform at Swisscom Mobile. This solution went into commercial service with the launch of Switzerland's lowest cost prepaid mobile offering, M-Budget-Mobile. It allows Swisscom Mobile to introduce similar partner brands to the Swiss market in an unprecedented short timescale.

Wolfgang Weber, chief technology officer at Swisscom Mobile, comments: "Together with our partner Migros, we wanted to launch the first low-cost telephony offering in the retailer market place. With support from LogicaCMG professionals and their innovative solution, we succeeded in launching on time."

Menno Breedveldt, vice president at LogicaCMG global telecoms, said: "Traditionally, launching a partner brand or a mobile virtual network operator takes months, due to all the changes required to integrate with existing billing, invoicing and customer relationship management systems. With our new solution that consists of pre-integrated components, we can significantly reduce the costs, risks and time-to-market."

Swisscom Mobile's new solution was delivered by LogicaCMG, based on leading edge technology from Metratech, a US based provider of operational support and business support systems (OSS/BSS). LogicaCMG will also manage and support Swisscom Mobile's MVNO-E solution."

Posted to the site on 15th February 2006