Based on a proposition as a Fujitsu-hosted Managed Services offering in theUK and Europe, or as a turnkey carrier systems solution, the MetaSpheresuite of hosted VoIP applications gives enterprise and service providercustomers alike the competitive advantages required to succeed in today'sbusiness environment. Aligned to a wider managed desktop solution, whereFujitsu provide all aspects of hardware and applications serviceintegration, Unified Communications provides the flexibility of advancedapplications working with existing desktop, phone and business productivitysystems.

For enterprises, the ability to control where and how calls are received,whether on a mobile device, PC-based softphone, or fixed-line IP phone,ensures that VIP callers are prioritized and every employee is reachable,using the same number, whether they are in the office or on the road. Inaddition, rich unified communications capabilities provide for multi-screenaccess to messaging and calling features, including advanced voicemail andfax handling options, Microsoft Outlook/email integration, and the abilityto view messages and control calls from any device -- from PCs to SIP ormobile phones.

Carriers will value the minimal lead-time to revenue generation, thanks toa range of deployment options. A whole range of access technologies canconnect business customers to the service, from desktop IP phones and PABXsystems to IMS compliant network products, such as Fujitsu's MSAN. Theaward-winning MetaSphere applications suite provides enormous scope forservice and applications development, where the operator can use an SDK tocreate new features. The MetaView management system is an importantoperational tool that provides an unparalleled insight into their IP-basedvoice network, alerting to issues such as voice quality degradation, andenabling resolution, even before subscribers are impacted.

Commenting on behalf of Fujitsu, Nigel Garnham - Head of PropositionDevelopment, said:"With this showcase of the latest features and technologies, we arehighlighting our longstanding and successful partnership with MetaSwitch.Our proposition shows depth of features and scalability in deployment tobenefit businesses of all sizes. Coupled with our managed desktoppropositions, this positions Fujitsu as a leader in flexible, openstandards, technology and as a key partner for operators and enterprisesthroughout Europe."

Graeme MacArthur, General Manager, Carrier Systems Division at MetaSwitch,expanded:"Fujitsu Telecommunications Europe is a valued partner for us as we expandour business internationally. We are excited to be demonstrating ourlatest solutions together at Broadband World Forum."

The MetaSwitch-Fujitsu Managed UC Services solution will be on display atStand No. 563, at Broadband World Forum Europe, CNIT La Défense, Paris, 7-9September.

About Fujitsu Telecommunications Europe

Part of the worldwide Fujitsu Group, Fujitsu Telecommunications Europedesigns, develops and supplies end-to-end network infrastructure solutionsand services in EMEA, and is a major provider of Next Generation Networks.It specialises in Access and backhaul solutions encompassing DSLAM, Copperand Fibre MSANs, GPON, WiMAX and SDH and Ethernet. Fujitsu's capabilitiesinclude end-to-end design, performance optimisation, security, NOC, managedservices, network infrastructure provision and comprehensive expertise inLLU, as well as wholesale service environments. Fujitsu TelecommunicationsEurope provides regional support in EMEA for Fujitsu's global customers.For more information, please visit:http://www.fujitsu.com/uk/telecommunications/.

About MetaSwitch

MetaSwitch is a leading provider of carrier systems and software solutionsthat are powering the migration of communications networks to open,packet-based architectures. Hundreds of network operators worldwide dependon its Carrier Systems Division for reliable, scalable session control,media gateway and application/feature server solutions to enable compellingrevenue-generating services. Its Network Protocols Division, marketed underthe Data Connection brand (www.dataconnection.com), develops highperformance, portable software components that are integrated into theproducts of the world's leading communications equipment manufacturers. Formore information, please visit www.metaswitch.com.

About Fujitsu

Fujitsu is a leading provider of IT-based business solutions for the globalmarketplace. With approximately 175,000 employees supporting customers in70 countries, Fujitsu combines a worldwide corps of systems and servicesexperts with highly reliable computing and communications products andadvanced microelectronics to deliver added value to customers.Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702) reported consolidatedrevenues of 4.6 trillion yen (US$47 billion) for the fiscal year endedMarch 31, 2009. For more information, please see: www.fujitsu.com.

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