ECIL Eci Telecom Ltd (MM)

ECI Telecom Ltd. (NASDAQ: ECIL), a global provider of access and transport networking infrastructure equipment, today introduced the first access platform with virtual routing capabilities enabling Layer 3 VPN applications. The L3 VPN-like capabilities allow service providers to offer cost-effective per-service granularity to their business, residential and wholesale customers. Per-service segmentation enables operators to provide flexible business models and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for voice, data and video applications. In addition, virtual routing in the access portion of the network provides OPEX and CAPEX optimization by freeing expensive ports in the aggregation and edge layers. "By incorporating virtual routing capabilities into the Hi-FOCuS Multi-Service Access Node (MSAN) platform, ECI enables operators to go to the next level in terms of advanced, SLA-based service delivery, for both residential and enterprise customers," said Erik M. Keith, Senior Analyst for Broadband Infrastructure at Current Analysis. "With the integration of virtual routing into its Hi-FOCuS-5 solution set, ECI has added a new, unique differentiator into what is already an extremely competitive platform in the market." Current Analysis has ranked ECI�s Hi-FOCuS-5 as the top DSLAM broadband access platform based on five major buying criteria: scalability, standards, capacity, QoS support and pricing. With virtual routing, the Hi-FOCuS-5 MSAN integrates all major voice, data and video network services onto a single high-bandwidth platform, over either copper or fiber technologies. In addition to virtual routing, the Hi-FOCuS-5 introduces enhanced IP capabilities, including improved unified network management, resiliency, security and expanded ability to handle a greater number of subscribers. �As service providers look for the most suitable business models to provide next-generation services, ECI's virtual routing capabilities provide them with cost-effective flexibility,� said Zvika Weinshtock, VP Marketing of ECI Telecom�s Broadband Access Division of ECI Telecom. �We are proud to be the first to offer virtual routing capabilities in the access network. This underscores our continued dedication to highly innovative broadband access solutions.� About ECI Telecom ECI Telecom delivers innovative communications platforms to carriers and service providers worldwide. ECI provides efficient platforms and solutions that enable customers to rapidly deploy cost-effective, revenue-generating services. Founded in 1961, Israel-based ECI has consistently delivered customer-focused networking solutions to the world�s largest carriers. The Company is also a market leader in many emerging markets. ECI provides scalable broadband access, transport and data networking infrastructure that provides the foundation for the communications of tomorrow, including next-generation voice, IPTV, mobility and other business solutions. For more information, please visit www.ecitele.com. Certain statements contained in this release may contain forward-looking information with respect to plans, projections or future performance of the Company. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, product and market acceptance risks, the impact of competitive pricing, product development, commercialization and technological difficulties and other risks detailed in the Company�s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.