Tinley Park, IL (September 28, 2007) - PANDUIT, a world leader in physical layer networking solutions, and RedSky Technologies, the leader in automated E911 solutions for enterprises, announced a joint initiative to provide state-of-the-art location tracking of VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phones by integrating the PANVIEW™ System from PANDUIT with RedSky’s E911 Manager software.
One of the issues confronting medium to large size enterprises deploying VoIP networks is keeping track of changes to the physical layer connections. If a connection is moved at the patch panel, the physical layer map that associates the enterprise switch port to the location of a cable termination is compromised unless meticulous record keeping is performed. The need for such record keeping is eliminated by the PANVIEW™ System.
The PANVIEW™ System provides visual mapping and location identification of VoIP phones by gathering accurate information on asset movements and changes to the cross-connected patch field. The PANVIEW™ System records this information to a central database. RedSky’s E911 Manager draws MAC address information from this database and sends phone location updates to the leading VoIP call server platforms from Cisco, Nortel, and Avaya.
“Through this partnership with PANDUIT, we can deliver the state-of-the-art integrated software solutions that Fortune 500 companies require,” said Nick Maier, SVP of RedSky. “The PANVIEW™ System is the leading system for managing and identifying physical layer connections, and E911 Manager is the leading E911 software application. By integrating the two, we can further automate location management, asset management, emergency calling and ultimately other location-based services.”
The integrated solution will meet the needs of enterprise customers who manage thousands of IP endpoint devices and rely on automated systems to drive network performance. E911 Manager also provides interfaces to Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) Automatic Location Information (ALI) databases, thereby automating the process of record management across different LEC providers.
Ron Partridge, VP of Sales and Marketing at PANDUIT concludes, “The seamless integration of E911 Manager and the PANVIEW™ System enhances the location-based information for IP telephony deployments. PANDUIT and RedSky are committed to delivering the best E911 solution available.”
About PANDUIT:
PANDUIT is a leading, world-class developer and provider of innovative network infrastructure solutions. Network management solutions map, monitor, and manage physical layer connectivity to minimize downtime, increase security, and optimize network resources. Through PANDUIT Laboratories, our cross-functional R&D teams analyze and resolve complex technical challenges to address specific industry and customer needs. PANDUIT global expertise and strong industry relationships provide businesses unmatched service and support that enable customers to move forward with their strategic objectives. For more than 50 years, the PANDUIT commitment to innovation, quality, and service has created competitive advantages to earn customer preference. (www.panduit.com)
For more information, contact PANDUIT:
web: www.panduit.com • e-mail: cs@panduit.com • phone: 800-777-3300
About RedSky:
RedSky Technologies Inc. is the leading developer of E911 and other location information management solutions. The company helps large organizations of all types, including enterprises, government agencies, the military, schools, school districts and Voice over IP (VoIP) service providers, capture, manage and deliver the detailed location information necessary to provide effective 911 emergency response and other location-based services. More than 275 customers, including 50 Fortune 500® companies, use RedSky’s E911 Manager to automate their E911 processes. Headquartered in Chicago, RedSky has partnerships with other leaders in the telecommunications and 911 industries to help shape 911 policy, leverage emerging technology and comply with evolving regulatory requirements. For more information on RedSky, visit www.redskyE911.com.
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