With new networks such as HSPA launching and operators trying to extract every last bit of value out of their existing networks, optimising their RF assets is a central priority for operators. UK-based Actix helps wireless carriers enhance revenue growth and improve operating margins by delivering intelligent, automated network optimisation and performance engineering systems. Actix solutions feature embedded wireless expertise, automating key processes and enabling very significant efficiencies in the deployment and operation of carriers’ networks. Over 5,000 engineers from more than 200 operators globally – including Verizon, Vodafone, O2, Cingular and T-Mobile – depend upon Actix software every day to improve their wireless operations.

Aricent is a full-service, full-spectrum communications software company. Aricent offers software services and products that enable the world's leading communications equipment manufacturers, device manufacturers and service providers to improve time-to-revenue and maximize efficiency. Aricent has more than 350 clients worldwide, including Airtel, Alcatel, Cisco Systems, Ericsson, Inmarsat, Juniper, Lucent, Motorola, NEC, Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, Texas Instruments, Virgin Mobile and Vodafone.

BroadSoft provides VoIP application software that enables the delivery of hosted telephony and multimedia services. Its flagship BroadWorks® technology empowers wireless, wireline and cable carriers to deliver next-generation voice and multimedia applications and advanced features that enable them to increase revenue, enhance competitive differentiation and elevate customer satisfaction. BroadSoft provides VoIP applications to 7 of the top 10 and 13 of the top 25 largest carriers worldwide, as measured by recent annual revenue, including Korea Telecom, Singtel, Sprint, Telefónica, Telstra, T-Systems, and Verizon.

Celtro provides innovative cellular backhaul switching solutions for mobile operators worldwide that improve service delivery and increase network efficiency. The resulting benefits to the operators are increased revenues and improved customer satisfaction, as well as reduced capital and operational expenses. Celtro has commercially deployed its DynaMate cellular backhaul switching products with 15 leading mobile operators servicing more than 200 million subscribers in Europe, Africa and Latin America.

Cloudmark provides comprehensive messaging security solutions that enable service providers to prevent messaging abuse from impacting their infrastructure, operations and subscribers. Founded by pioneers in messaging anti-abuse, Cloudmark has developed an innovative approach that leverages the strength of its network of global service provider customers in rapid threat detection. Cloudmark's solutions were architected from the ground up to stop current and emerging threat vectors with high efficiency and scalability. This intelligent approach to fighting spam, phishing, viruses and other malware has made Cloudmark the fastest growing messaging anti-abuse solution on carrier MTAs worldwide. Cloudmark currently protects over 250 million mailboxes in 163 countries.

Continuous Computing provides integrated systems and services that enable telecom equipment manufacturers to rapidly deploy Next-Generation Networks (NGN). More than 150 customers worldwide benefit from the company's unique blend of customized professional services, Trillium® protocol software, AdvancedTCA and CompactPCI systems, and BladeCenter hardware. Continuous Computing helps customers reduce platform lifecycle costs, optimize data delivery, and accelerate deployments of NGN, 3G Wireless and IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) infrastructure.

Covergence is the leader in scaling, securing and controlling VoIP and other real-time services. The award-winning Covergence Session Manager combines traditional session-border-control functionality with comprehensive security features and management tools. Covergence Session Manager is purpose-built to securely and reliably connect users to VoIP and multi-media services while giving organizations the complete control and visibility they require.

Force10 Networks is a pioneer in building and securing reliable, high performance networks. With its no compromise approach to networking and advances in high density Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet switching, routing and security, Force10 delivers the innovative technologies that allow customers to transform their networks into strategic assets at the lowest total cost of ownership.

Fractus designs and manufactures miniature and multi-band antennas for wireless applications that are easy to integrate, cost-effective and provide high performance. Using the unique space-filling and multi-level properties of fractals, Fractus antennas are employed in mobile phones, Bluetooth® and WLAN devices, base stations, military and automotive applications. Fractus has a significant intellectual property portfolio.

Jasper Wireless, a licensed global machine-to-machine (M2M) mobile operator, is the only company built from the ground up to wirelessly connect and manage machines around the world as part of the $32B M2M market. With this dedicated focus, Jasper Wireless is redefining machine-to-machine communications by converging the best in wireless technologies and on-demand Internet applications. The company’s unique service model features the Jasper Wireless M2M Global SIM, M2M vertical application solutions, and the Jasper Wireless M2M Control Center for real-time visibility and control to help M2M application providers maximize their revenues. Founded in 2004, Jasper Wireless is a privately held company based in Sunnyvale, CA, USA with regional offices in the United Kingdom.

Kineto Wireless is the key innovator and leading supplier of UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) Technology, the 3GPP standard for Mobile/Wi-Fi convergence. With a UMA-enabled network, mobile operators can provide a seamless, high-performance mobile voice, data, and IMS experience on both cellular and Wi-Fi networks.

An Ericsson company since January 2007 (NASDAQ: ERIC), Redback Networks Inc. manages 63 million broadband subscribers for 75 percent of the top 20 telephone carriers worldwide. Redback’s multi-service routing platform delivers next generation broadband services such as VoIP, IPTV, On-Demand Video, and on-line gaming. Redback Networks has more than 500 carrier customers worldwide and is based in San Jose, CA.

ShoreTel, Inc., (NASDAQ: SHOR) is a leading provider of Pure IP unified communications systems. ShoreTel enables companies of any size to seamlessly integrate all communications-voice, data, messaging-with their business processes. Independent of device or location, ShoreTel's distributed software architecture eliminates the traditional costs, complexity and reliability issues typically associated with other solutions. ShoreTel continues to deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction, ease of use and manageability while driving down the overall total cost of ownership. ShoreTel is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, and has regional offices in the United Kingdom, Australia and Germany.

Sierra Wireless modems and software connect people all over the world with mobile broadband networks that keep them in touch, informed, and productive from wherever they need to be. The Company offers a diverse product portfolio addressing enterprise, consumer, original equipment manufacturer, machine-to-machine, and specialised vertical industry markets, and provides professional services to customers requiring expertise in wireless design, integration, and carrier certification.

ZTE is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions. The ZTE product range is the most complete in the world – covering virtually every sector of the wireline, wireless, service and terminals markets. The company delivers innovative, custom-made products and services to customers in more than 120 countries, helping them to achieve continued revenue growth and to shape the future of the world’s communications. ZTE commits around 10% of annual turnover to research and development and takes a leading role in a wide range of international bodies developing emerging telecoms standards. It is the fastest growing telecoms equipment company in the world, and is China’s only listed telecoms manufacturer, with shares publicly traded on both the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges. ZTE was the only Chinese IT and telecoms manufacturer listed in BusinessWeek 2005’s Information Technology 100 and was included in its 2006 ranking of China’s Top 20 brands.