Harmonic will demonstrate its latest developments for fiber and DOCSIS networks at the ANGA COM conference in Germany.
These technologies aim to improve network speeds and reliability, which could help operators generate more revenue and retain customers.
Statement from Leadership
Nimrod Ben-Natan, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Harmonic’s Broadband Business, and CEO-designee of Harmonic, emphasized the importance of reliability, speed, and versatility for service providers’ growth and profitability. He mentioned that the event would be a platform to demonstrate how Harmonic’s solutions could improve the quality of service for subscribers and provide faster internet speeds.
Innovative Technologies on Display
Harmonic plans to present several key innovations at ANGA COM:
- Intelligent Speed Optimization: The new Beacon intelligent speed maximizer (ISM) for DOCSIS networks, running on the cOS virtualized broadband platform, is designed to optimize both upstream and downstream speeds and mitigate network impairments.
- Advanced Fiber Solutions: The unveiling of a new remote Optical Line Terminal (R-OLT) device, which supports various technologies such as GPON, XGS-PON, and ComboPON, will cater to diverse market needs and broadband architectures.
- Open ONU Strategy: Harmonic’s cOS platform will showcase its compatibility with various ONUs, allowing operators more flexibility and freedom from vendor lock-in.
- DOCSIS 4.0 Capabilities: The platform will also support DOCSIS 4.0 with extended spectrum DOCSIS (ESD), achieving downstream speeds exceeding 9Gbps, which enhances both speed and security.
Harmonic Executives to Speak at ANGA COM
Conference Participation
Several executives from Harmonic will participate in ANGA COM conference sessions:
- Richard Rommes, Vice President of Access Networks Solutions and Strategy, will discuss future PON technologies for rural broadband on May 14.
Richard Rommes - Asaf Matatyaou, Senior Vice President of Product, alongside Thuy Nguyen from Intel, will explore advancements in HFC networks on May 15.
- Dan Gledhill, Senior Vice President of Broadband Business Operations, will discuss strategies for monetizing neutral host fiber networks on May 16.
Industry Recognition
Harmonic’s impact in the broadband sector is significant, as evidenced by the Dell’Oro Group Market Share Leader Award for 2023, recognizing the company’s leadership in the DAA and Cable Broadband Equipment markets. Harmonic’s solutions are currently implemented in over 28 million homes globally, serving more than 110 service providers, including major operators in the U.S., Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
