TechNexxus Telecommunications Experience
Telecommunications Skills, Resources and Experience
TechNexxus is one of the premier telecommunications consulting companies in the world, with unparalleled skills, processes, tools and experience developed over 20 years. Just a few highlights from the backgrounds of our consultants include: the former CIO of Global Crossing, senior network architects for Tier 1 outsourcing vendors; network engineers who have supported Chrysler, Cisco and ISPs; network security experts who have designed successful intrusion detection products; and the former division counsel of the Southeast Division of MCI Telecommunications
 Several TechNexxus consultants, including our founder David Baumann, worked in senior and executive positions with major telecommunications carriers, and David led the telecommunications, technology outsourcing practice at two of the top law firms in this area. TechNexxus has worked on telecommunications projects involving the design of hardware as well as software, networks, systems and services. We have worked on projects involving revolutionary soft switches and optical networking technologies, managed the design and development of OSS / BSS systems and sourced more network operating centers (NOCs) than we can count.
We lived through divestiture, and worked with MCI and the RBOCs in this uncharted area, applying federal principles of collocation and bypass at the state level. Our consultants pioneered a number of satellite and optical telecommunications technologies and have been working for almost 10 years on unified messaging, where voice, video, data, email, fax and every other form of communications can be centrally managed as one service.
 As voice, video and data continue to converge, and quality of service (QoS) guarantees become even more critical as users get used to faster response times despite exponentially increasing network congestion, there is no substitute for experience when you want a solution that will provide high availability and good performance at a reasonable price.
We have worked with every flavor of protocol and topology -- in other words, we know how to solve your challenges.
Ok, I'm sure someone, somewhere will find something that we haven't heard of, but it has been a long, long time since we've seen anything that surprised us. Why? The almost $500 Billion in transactions we have closed, include numerous transactions for the Bell companies (e.g., Ameritech, Bell South, Verizon, US West), MCI, Sprint, QWest, LCI, Avaya, Lucent, most of the major International Bell companies (e.g., Bell Canada, Telestra). Many of these transactions involved thousands of servers running protocols, and configured in topologies, nobody had seen since the early 1970s. So we've been on the inside of the major telecoms looking out, and we have represented over 1/2 the Fortune 100 on transactions involving advanced telecommunicatio ns transactions.
We've got your number .....
One of our core competencies is in handheld and wireless devices. We've done extensive work in this area. For example we have supported, and designed some of the key software for, the:
- cellular industry including pioneering work with T-Systems, MCI and Sprint
- apparel industry, including handheld design tablets
- utilities (including automated meter reading and other advanced wireless and wireline technologies)
- automotive industry with dealer networks using vsats and fiber and high performance internal networks (e.g., Ford which was running the 2nd largest network in the world when we started working with them)
- healthcare industry (e.g., physician and nurse handheld devices, handheld devices to support supply scanning of bar codes and RFIDs)
We even sourced and assisted the design of a phone system to serve India...
 TechNexxus has unparalleled international telecommunications sourcing experience. We have worked on communications rights of way, the trans-atlantic and trans-pacific fibers, IRUs, international treaties (e.g., Law of the Sea, ITU), regulations and legislation. We even built an entire local and interexchange telecommunications system in India, supporting one of the largest bases of users in the world with wireless in local loop and interexchange fiber services. This transaction was made possible by creative approaches to pricing and engineering developed by TechNexxus, Reliance, Nortel, Cisco and other suppliers that kept initial prices very low and then indexed increases in cost to the increase ability of the Indian people to pay as their quality of life increased.
TechNexxus Technology Experience
Technology - TechNexxus understands technology. We've seen more than our share of technology curves and refresh cycles across every topology, geographic location, environment, industry and market. Most importantly, we've distilled the information that we've gained from each technology, process, methodology and discipline to understand the fundamental elements that are fixed or constant and the elements that are variable together with the factors that cause, and the algorithms that describe, changes in the variable elements. When it comes to information and communications technology, TechNexxus has structured, sourced, closed and/or managed it, whether measured by first, last, largest, smallest or most innovative. TechNexxus focuses upon the consumers of information and communications technology; however, several of the largest technology hardware, software, network services and outsourcing vendors retain TechNexxus and use our process when undertaking their largest and most extraordinary procurements and internal outsourcing.
· Benchmarking
· Computers
· eCommerce
· Electronic Equipment
· Enterprise Planning (ERP)
· Intellectual Property
· Internet
· Security
· Software Development
Benchmarking
TechNexxus provides a wide range of market data and benchmarking services, and we frequently support other benchmarking service providers. We have extensive knowledgebases of price and performance data, redacted under the attorney - client privilege, and normalized to ensure accurate comparisons. We know how to compare apples-to-apples on a level playing field to give you accurate information and fair comparisons.
Computers
TechNexxus has worked closely with computer hardware manufacturers and software vendors on a wide range of projects. We've worked with almost every aspect of computer systems as large as the most powerful supercomputers, grid computers and clusters to the smallest nanocomputers and molecular circuits, and just about everything in between including mainframes, midranges, desktops, storage, databases, logic controllers, video, graphics, multimedia, CAD, CAM, chip manufacturers and peripherals. We understand the unique product cycles of the computer industry (e.g., the 3 - 6 - 1 desktop cycle) and have adapted our processes and methodologies to support the associated demands on business, financial and IT systems. We've worked with many computer industry clients to improve their sourcing and business processes, including outsourcing, CRM processes, Help Desk (e.g., advanced 'Level 0 Support' -- i.e., web-based support to achieve cost reductions in excess of 40%), recruiting, human resources, ERP and many others. TechNexxus employs consultants who have achieved stellar results as CIOs and Senior Vice Presidents of Fortune 100s, Fortune 500s, startups and aggressive technology consumers.
eCommerce
When the largest and most successful internet and eCommerce companies -- you know, the ones that are still in business today -- needed to support bleeding edge systems, and mature into leading edge architectures and business environments, they turned to TechNexxus for innovation, creativity, diligence and results. When the largest clustered systems mysteriously crashed -- hard -- under heavy loads, TechNexxus was there with options, alternatives and solutions. When the commerce volumes of our customers exceeded the volumes that could be supported using then-current midrange systems, TechNexxus was there to assist them to adapt mainframe 'glass house' processes, architectures and technologies to their unique business requirements (e.g., change management measured in minutes and seconds, not days and weeks). We have built successful eCommerce systems, companies and products. We've seen the few thousand ways for eCommerce companies to fail; but, more importantly, we know what it takes to succeed.
Electronic Equipment
Behind the CDs, DVDs,VCRs, iPods, walkmen, gameboys and robotic pet dogs, lies a great number of electronic equipment manufacturers, retailers, vendors and customers. We know how to support their needs, use legal requirements to the strategic advantage of our clients, determine the potential benefits of off-shore vs on-shore sourcing, supply and development and, identify new markets while developing strategic relationships that enable our clients to reduce cost while focusing on core competencies.
TechNexxus Telecommunications and Technology Experience
Telecommunications - TechNexxus is one of the premiere telecommunications consulting companies in the world, with unparalleled skills, processes, tools and experience. Just a few highlights from the backgrounds of our consultants include: the former CIO of Global Crossing, senior network architects for Tier 1 outsourcing vendors; network engineers who have supported Chrysler, Cisco and ISPs; network security experts who have designed successful intrusion detection products; and the former division counsel of the Southeast Division of MCI Telecommunications.
Technology - TechNexxus understands technology. We've seen more than our share of technology curves and refresh cycles across every topology, geographic location, environment, industry and market. Most importantly, we've distilled the information that we've gained from each technology, process, methodology and discipline to understand the fundamental elements that are fixed or constant and the elements that are variable together with the factors that cause, and the algorithms that describe, changes in the variable elements. When it comes to information and communications technology, TechNexxus has structured, sourced, closed and/or managed it, whether measured by first, last, largest, smallest or most innovative. TechNexxus focuses upon the consumers of information and communications technology; however, several of the largest technology hardware, software, network, services and outsourcing vendors retain TechNexxus and use our process when undertaking their largest and most extraordinary procurements and internal outsourcing.
· Benchmarking
· Computers
· eCommerce
· Electronic Equipment
· Enterprise Planning (ERP)
· Intellectual Property
· Internet
· Security
· Software Development
Benchmarking
TechNexxus provides a wide range of market data and benchmarking services, and we frequently support other benchmarking service providers. We have extensive knowledgebases of price and performance data, redacted under the attorney - client privilege, and normalized to ensure accurate comparisons. We know how to compare apples-to-apples on a level playing field to give you accurate information and fair comparisons.
Computers
TechNexxus has worked closely with computer hardware manufacturers and software vendors on a wide range of projects. We've worked with almost every aspect of computer systems as large as the most powerful supercomputers, grid computers and Beowolf clusters to the smallest nanocomputers and molecular circuits, and just about everything in between including mainframes, midranges, desktops, storage, databases, logic controllers, video, graphics, multimedia, CAD, CAM, chip manufacturers and peripherals. We understand the unique product cycles of the computer industry (e.g., the 3 - 6 - 1 desktop cycle) and have adapted our processes and methodologies to support the associated demands on business, financial and IT systems. We've worked with many computer industry clients to improve their sourcing and business processes, including outsourcing, CRM processes, Help Desk (e.g., advanced 'Level 0 Support' -- i.e., web-based support to achieve cost reductions in excess of 40%), recruiting, human resources, ERP and many others. TechNexxus employs consultants who have achieved stellar results as CIOs and Senior Vice Presidents of Fortune 100s, Fortune 500s, startups and aggressive technology consumers.
eCommerce
When the largest and most successful internet and eCommerce companies -- you know, the ones that are still in business today -- needed to support bleeding edge systems, and mature into leading edge architectures and business environments, they turned to TechNexxus for innovation, creativity, diligence and results. When the largest clustered systems mysteriously crashed -- hard -- under heavy loads, TechNexxus was there with options, alternatives and solutions. When the commerce volumes of our customers exceeded the volumes that could be supported using then-current midrange systems, TechNexxus was there to assist them to adapt mainframe 'glass house' processes, architectures and technologies to their unique business requirements (e.g., change management measured in minutes and seconds, not days and weeks). We have built successful eCommerce systems, companies and products. We've seen the few thousand ways for eCommerce companies to fail; but, more importantly, we know what it takes to succeed.
Electronic Equipment
Behind the CDs, DVDs,VCRs, iPods, walkmen, gameboys and robotic pet dogs, lies a great number of electronic equipment manufacturers, retailers, vendors and customers. We know how to support their needs, use legal requirements to the strategic advantage of our clients, determine the potential benefits of off-shore vs on-shore sourcing, supply and development and, identify new markets while developing strategic relationships that enable our clients to reduce cost while focusing on core competencies.
Enterprise and Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP and MRP)
We understand every facet of enterprise and manufacturing resource planning. From financials, to inventory and resource management, to exploding the Bill of Materials (BOM) in manufacturing and operations through management, distribution, logistics and reporting. We have worked with SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards and just about every other commercial off-the-shelf and proprietary ERP and MRP solution that you've heard of (and probably quite a few that you haven't). We understand the importance of optimizing processes to achieve superior business value and legal compliance and then (and only then) applying technology where cost effective. We also understand how to achieve the cultural change necessary to achieve success and high customer satisfaction.
Intellectual Property
The manner in which companies develop, distribute, acquire, use, protect and account for their technology assets is increasingly important in today's environment of rapid technological change. The current climate of enhanced scrutiny with respect to financial statements and accounting practices makes consistency in practices not just an organizational convenience, but a necessity. Internal programs and practices that go beyond simple legal terms and conditions are crucial. TechNexxus has been a leader in the development of 'best practices' for intellectual property and technology design, development, acquisition, licensing and distribution. Our clients include inventors, content providers, media conglomerates, biotechnology companies, scientists, universities, technology service providers, equipment manufacturers, government and defense contractors and companies that develop, implement and maintain software and networks. Many technology professionals can boast about the currency of their knowledge concerning best practices, but few have the confidence and assurance that only comes with having developed, implemented and tested those practices in a broad range of circumstances and contexts.
Internet
TechNexxus knows how to leverage the power and commercial potential of the Internet. We understand the Internet -- including all of its business, technical and legal issues and opportunities. Our clients have, and continue, to implement successful commercial strategies on the Internet every day. We have solved some of the most perplexing challenges for companies that handle hundreds of millions of hits per day, and we've implemented successful strategies for companies looking to make the most from each customer interaction.
Security
TechNexxus has provided expert services to some of the most security conscious companies around the world. TechNexxus consultants have designed successful security and intrusion detection products for the commercial and government markets. We understand how to develop products, systems and services that provide the best defenses at the best price points. Any system can be compromised. That why it's all about finding the best balance of cost and protection to achieve optimal overall value for your company.
Software Development
TechNexxus consultants know how to write and support good code. More importantly, we know how to manage software application development, implementation and maintenance to achieve optimal quality, productivity and efficiency. We have assisted numerous clients, by changing existing in-house resources or outsourcing to an onshore or offshore Tier 1 vendor, to transform their applications capabilities from inefficient SEI 'level zero' organizations that could not support basic business needs and functions to state-of-the-art SEI Level 3 - 5 business application development and implementation teams who achieve higher quality results, faster and at a lower cost. We also assist organizations to develop code and processes that facilitate efficient applications maintenance. We have used function points, earned value and a number of other tools and techniques to assist our clients to measure and manage ADIM productivity, efficiency and quality fairly and objectively.
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