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| Yipes and Exponential-e to provide global ethernet services Yipes Enterprise Services, Inc. (http://www.yipes.com), the leading provider of global managed, end-to-end Gigabit Ethernet solutions for enterprise customers, has partnered with Exponential-e (http://www.exponential-e.com), the specialist provider of carrier grade Ethernet connectivity to medium and large enterprises in the UK. Under the terms of the agreement, the two companies will provide connectivity and reciprocal support for implementation and remote on-site maintenance in their respective countries, enabling businesses on both sides of the Atlantic to benefit from the flexibility, superior quality and cost advantages that end-to-end Ethernet connectivity delivers. The combination, which provides access to hundreds of cities in the UK and US, creates a compelling proposition for each provider's customer base. The companies are jointly providing Ethernet solutions to customers in the financial, media and legal sectors, where transatlantic connectivity is viewed as an essential service. Pivotal to the agreement is the fact that both Yipes and Exponential-e are proponents of Ethernet technology and deliver carrier grade Ethernet services. They are also innovators, with both currently implementing the use of Virtual Private LAN Services (VPLS). Commenting on the deal, Exponential-e's Managing Director, Lee Wade: "The striking of this agreement is an important milestone in Exponential-e's development. While we have been able to provide transatlantic connectivity for some time, our US offering has been enhanced since working with Yipes, our preferred US partner and the recognized pioneer in globally managed, end-to- end Ethernet solutions. This agreement takes our managed service to over 50 cities across the US and beyond, which is ideal for our customers. Those in the finance sector want to be able to reach exchanges in Chicago for example, while our media customers want an end-to-end service to Los Angeles." "As we continue to execute on our international strategy and expand our client service footprint, we recognize the need for top-level partners such as Exponential-e, " said John Scanlon, chief executive officer of Yipes. "Its Ethernet-only approach, nationwide reach and true QoS MPLS network make them an outstanding partner in the UK. We look forward to working with them and expanding our relationship in growing our respective markets." write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Networking News :: home page |