Algeria Telecom has partnered with NEC Corporation (a leading global IT and network transformation services provider) and Juniper Networks to build a modern, nationwide IP metro commercial network. The goal of these infrastructure improvements is to support the current demand for increased capacity, as well as future needs driven by 5G and FTTx (a generic term for any broadband network architecture that uses optical fiber to provide all or part of the local loop used for last-mile telecommunications).
NEC and Juniper have successfully delivered Algeria Telecom’s next-generation IP metro network while ensuring the quality of service which will ensure the best possible user experience.
Algeria Telecom has formed a mid-term strategic plan to implement a transport network with a homogenized, optimized topology as well as automation capabilities that guarantee bandwidth and future-proofing of its infrastructure in a growing market.
The 5G-Ready IP Metro Network.
As the innovative foundation of the new platform, Algeria Telecom has selected high-performing, secure solutions from the Juniper Networks portfolio for SDN-ready, cloud-grade networking, and feature-rich, simple, and secure connectivity at scale, deployed as access nodes to create separate pre-aggregation, aggregation, and access domains for optimal reliability.
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Elements of the Juniper Paragon Automation cloud-native solution suite, Paragon Pathfinder and Paragon Planner have been deployed, enabling Algeria Telecom to achieve deep visibility and simplified operations of its network and services. This paves the way for assured user experiences within complex 5G and multicloud services. All of the Juniper platforms run on a single operating system, Junos® OS, to create an easily-managed, simplified and open solution.
NEC’s One-Stop Network Integrator.
Leveraging on its extensive transport network integration and engineering capabilities NEC delivers best-in-class solutions that are well suited to Algeria Telecom’s requirements.
NEC has ensured that the total project is a `One-Stop Network Integrator’, having capitalized on its professional services based on global and local experiences ranging from network analysis and consulting, to design, implementation, migration, and operation of high-capacity networks.
In addition, NEC and Juniper’s solid partnership, built on a track record of delivering innovative networking to hundreds of customers across the globe, has enabled the tight coordination between the parties to achieve Algeria Telecom’s objective of providing a high-capacity innovative network to accommodate surging data traffic and a future of diversified 5G use cases.
Algeria Telecom’s Statement.
“The successful completion of the IP metro network modernization project by our partners, NEC Corporation and Juniper Networks, will allow us to make the migration to IPV6 and the initiation of digital transformation, as well as the implementation of high-speed internet, as we best satisfy the needs of Algeria Telecom customers,” said Mr. Adel Bentoumi, CEO of Algeria Telecom.
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“The rapid growth of network traffic is a clear indication of the need for modernization and expansion of network capacity,” said Allahoum Hocine, Head of IP Core, Algeria Telecom. “NEC and Juniper have been extremely attentive to our needs, both technical and commercial, working as an extension of our team with their outstanding local engineering abilities, as well as their relentless efforts to assure the quality of experience and on-time delivery. Overall, the innovative solutions from Juniper to enable this automated metro cloud architecture have helped us achieve our strategic goals and thrive as we pave the way for 5G.”
About Algeria Telecom
Algeria Telecommunications Corporation (Arabic: إتصالات الجزائر, French: Algérie Télécom) is the state owned telecom operator in Algeria. It is a public company active in the fields of fix and mobile telephony, Internet, and satellite communications. Algérie Télécom was created on 5 August 2000.
About Juniper Networks
Juniper Networks is dedicated to dramatically simplifying network operations and driving superior experiences for end users. Our solutions deliver industry-leading insight, automation, security, and AI to drive real business results. We believe that powering connections will bring us closer together while empowering us all to solve the world’s greatest challenges of well-being, sustainability, and equality.
About NEC Corporation
NEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness, and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential.