SISL signs distribution deal for VoIP solutions

MUMBAI: In a move to take advantage of the opening of the VoIP sector in

India, Siemens Information System Ltd. (SISL) and VocalTec Communications Ltd.

have entered into a strategic agreement facilitating cooperation in this rapidly

growing area..

This agreement will allow SISL to offer end-to-end solutions comprised of

VocalTec's VoIP hardware and software together with SISL's system integration

services for integration of third party software. SISL is planning to offer this

comprehensive VoIP solution to carrier, telecom service providers and

enterprises within India and neighboring regions excluding Nepal.

Anil Laud, Managing Director, SISL, said, " This synergistic tie-up

enables SISL to offer end-to-end VoIP solutions, given the strengths,

competencies and expertise of VocalTec in this area."

SISL will distribute and perform systems integration for the full range of

VocalTec's solution including international and long distance calling, voice

VPN, calling card, exchange carrier and surf and call e-commerce.

Vocal-Tec vice president, sales Asia- Pacific, Zwicka Ben Zion said, "

We believe that India and its neighboring countries are poised for a quantum

jump in VoIP services. As a world leader we aim to leverage our experience and

field-proven solutions to gain a leadership position in these countries."

VocalTec will provide backline support to SISL as well as training to keep

SISL abreast of VocalTec's technologies. SISL will provide the first and second

level support to its customers.