APFUTURA joins Transmode's Enlighten Ecosystem

Optical networks are becoming ever more complex to manage as higher layer functionality is increasingly added to packet-optical systems and as WDM-based optical networks push deeper into local access networks. As these networks transition into the access network environment then understanding the exact routing of fiber and the location of all network elements such as fibers and ducts, remote passive WDM filters and splice chambers becomes increasingly important.

To address this requirement, Transmode has partnered with APFUTURA, a supplier of advanced outside plant management software. APFUTURA's APEX outside plant management system has been integrated into Transmode's Enlighten multi-layer management suite and provides an extension to the usual packet-optical management capabilities by linking the network to detailed mapping capabilities. The APEX system includes inventory management, operation and network planning and troubleshooting all at the street/duct/fiber/splice chamber level. APFUTURA is also a Transmode sales partner operating across the Iberian Peninsula.

"Transmode is a logical partner for APFUTURA", commented Carlos Bock, General Manager of APFUTURA. "The company has a deep understanding of metro networks and pushing optical technology deeper into access networks. When combined with APFUTURA's understanding of outside plant management, this makes a powerful combination. We already have numerous local successes with the combined offering and now we are a member of the Enlighten Ecosystem we are seeing considerable interest from across the globe."

Sten Nordell, Transmode's Chief Technology Officer, commented, "Network management has been a development focus area of Transmode's as the sophistication of the networks we deploy has rapidly increased with Ethernet and MPLS-TP functionality and the completion of our first steps of transition to the SDN environment. Integrating tools such as APEX into the Enlighten Suite helps our customers deploy these solutions in real world environments and address the practical challenges associated with network deployment and ongoing maintenance."