Anite's Test Solutions are Used to Assess LTE Devices and Networks for U.S. Public Safety

CHICAGO, August 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Provides rigorous testing for mission critical services

Anite, a global leader in mobile device and network testing technology, today announced that its test solutions are being used to assess the US LTE public safety network and associated devices.  

NIST, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, is working with government agencies and device manufacturers to ensure that any LTE enabled public safety device operates effectively on the soon to be deployed US public safety LTE Network. Delivering services to approximately 60,000 federal, state and local agencies, the network will be operated by the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) and will replace a patchwork of different systems in use today.

A high quality service is paramount in the public safety industry in order to ensure continuous communication and access to mission critical functionality. With a 20-year history of working alongside global mobile operators and leading device manufacturers, Anite plays a key role in making sure devices and networks work as intended, resulting in a high quality of experience for demanding end-users. Anite has a wealth of expertise in both compliance and interoperability of LTE mobile devices and has achieved a number of industry firsts, such as the development of the first LTE protocol test system in 2007. Anite's leadership can be further demonstrated by to date being responsible for more than 80% of all LTE test case verification submissions to 3GPP RAN5 for the PTCRB certification requirements.

Anite also provides one of the strongest and most versatile ranges of LTE network testing products - under the Nemo brand - to ensure a consistently high quality of service for mobile device users. Nemo products are trusted by world leading operators and network vendors in over 100 countries.

Anite will be exhibiting at the largest U.S. public safety event of the year, the 78^th Annual APCO International Conference, taking place in Minneapolis from the 19^th to the 22^nd of August.

Kevin Winters, VP of US Wireless Sales at Anite commented that: "As one of the earliest pioneers of LTE device and network testing, Anite is proud to support the deployment of a nationwide public safety LTE network".  "Anite has a strong presence in the US, working closely with the major US carriers" he continues.

About Anite

Anite provides a comprehensive range of critical IT solutions to the Wireless and Travel sectors across the globe. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Anite develops and implements software as well as provides consultancy, systems integration and managed services to ensure that our customers operate effectively and securely. By using the latest technologies to deliver quality and cost-effective solutions, Anite meets customers' specific requirements and realises tangible results for its clients.

Anite offers rigorous yet simplified device testing, accelerating new devices to market. A global market leader, Anite has over 20 years of experience providing cutting-edge technology to device manufacturers, operators and test laboratories. Anite was the first company to verify LTE conformance test cases in 2009 and has consistently remained at the forefront of the handset testing industry.  Its highly flexible and reliable software solutions make Anite a key partner to the major Telecoms manufacturers and operators. With a diverse team focused on exceeding expectations, Anite draws upon worldwide expertise and is enthusiastic about the future of LTE.

Anite also offers a comprehensive range of network measurement solutions. Our core competence lies in developing measurement and testing solutions for the latest network technologies. All major network standards are supported, including LTE, HSPA+ and EV-DO/RevA. The Nemo branded tools are optimal for network roll-out, tuning, verification, maintenance, optimization, troubleshooting and benchmarking. Our global customer base covers more than 300 operators, network manufacturers, service providers and network equipment vendors from over 100 countries worldwide.

Headquartered in the UK, Anite has offices in 15 countries across Europe, America, Asia and the Middle East. For more information, please visit http://www.anite.com.

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Editorial contacts:
Kevin Winters
Anite
Tel: +1-30-1675-09-58
Email: kevin.winters@anite.com

Rufus Jay
Babel PR
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Email: anite@babelpr.com