Markham, Ontario — July 28, 2023 – Enghouse Networks, a global provider of IP-based TV solutions and WISI, a global leader in carrier-grade video technologies, are excited to announce their strategic partnership in offering WISI’s new ABR (Adaptive Bitrate) Receiver solution with Google Widevine bulk decrypt to video operators. This collaboration aims to address the needs of bulk and commercial customers who have legacy end points within IP-based network environments.

This solution covers a wide range of hospitality locations, including universities, bars/restaurants, hotels, residential communities, gyms, military, and prisons. Many video operators are upgrading their infrastructure for broadband deployment using DOCSIS and fiber. As operators upgrade their networks, they also need to continue supporting TV delivery services for bulk and commercial customers.

Access Communications, a longstanding customer of both WISI and Enghouse, is looking to expand use of their multiscreen ABR feeds to serve hospitality accounts as well. “At Access, keeping a stable, reliable and high-quality TV service is important to us as we modernize our video network.  The ABR Receive solution from WISI and Enghouse allows us to minimize headend equipment and focus on one type of delivery network to serve all our customers, including business accounts,” said Craig Van Ham, Chief Technology Officer at Access Communications.

WISI and Enghouse have an existing, long-term partnership when it comes to serving the needs of video operators across North America. Together, WISI’s ABR transcoder, the Inca IP Video Platform, and Enghouse’s industry-leading IPTV solution, EspialTV, empower operators, such as Access, to migrate to feature-rich multiscreen TV services while maintaining affordability, reliability, and quality. Collaborating again to help operators use the same ABR streams for hospitality customers, was a natural next step for the two organizations.

“We are thrilled about our partnership with Enghouse and the opportunities it presents for video operators,” said Sharen Sandhu, VP of Product at WISI America. “Together, we assist operators in seamlessly transitioning to multiscreen video delivery while continuing to serve their bulk and commercial customers who rely on legacy endpoints such as QAM and analog.”

“This partnership represents our dedication to assisting independent operators in upgrading their networks and TV solutions. The WISI solution enables us to cater to the specific needs of bulk and commercial endpoints, where implementing IP-based network delivery may not be feasible on the building or campus level. By combining our strengths, we can empower operators to enhance their service offerings, drive customer satisfaction, and effectively navigate the challenges of network upgrades,” said Mick McCluskey, VP of Product Management at Enghouse Networks.

The new ABR Receive solution is available within WISI’s Inca IP Video Platform, which effortlessly bridges the gap between existing and new video technologies and can replace racks of headend equipment with one sophisticated platform.

For more information on this new solution, view WISI’s solution page for the ABR Receiver.

For more information about Enghouse Networks, please visit EspialTV solution page and Enghouse Networks’ website.

About WISI
WISI employs 600 people worldwide at locations in Germany, France, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, Canada and China. In addition, WISI works with more than 100 partners in all major international markets.  Nine decades ago, the high-tech company’s successful path began as one of the world’s pioneers in radio frequency and broadband technology. Today, new media are driving the rapidly increasing demand for broadband services. Modern broadband networks must be intelligent, powerful and scalable transport solutions. This is our business. As an innovator and technology integrator for key communications sectors, we are committed to innovation, now and in the future. For more information about WISI Communications, visit wisigroup.com.

About Enghouse Networks
Enghouse Networks is a reliable global telecommunications technology and solutions provider. Our commitment is to successfully deliver solutions that can enable digital transformation, ultimately building a connected global community. From edge to cloud, our applications reliably enable next-generation communications and media companies, defense, public safety agencies and utilities to plan, design, engineer, monitor, protect and simplify network complexity, in a vendor-agnostic 5G, IoT, Cloud, AI, NFV and SDN ecosystem. The Enghouse Networks technology portfolio spans Network Infrastructure, Business Support Systems (BSS), Operations Support Systems (OSS) and Digital Transformation solutions. For further information, visit www.enghousenetworks.com. Enghouse Networks is a unit of Enghouse Systems Ltd. of Markham, Ontario.

About Access Communications Co-operative
Access Communications Co-operative is a 100 % Saskatchewan-owned, not-for-profit co-operative that began serving customers in 1978. It is now one of the province’s largest telecommunication companies. We deliver exceptional communications and entertainment services to over 235 communities and 200,000 sq. kms of rural areas. Our commitment to the community goes beyond providing internet, television, phone, and security services. We dedicate 100% of our earnings to improving the quality of life in the communities and rural areas where we live and do business. This is primarily through our AccessNow TV community channels, corporate initiatives and fundraising events, and the Access Communications Children’s Fund charity.

Enghouse Networks Contact:
Balvinder Sandhu
Director, Demand Generation
Tel: +44 (0)1628 641 789
Email: balvinder.sandhu@enghouse.com

Fully managed solution provides subscribers with more TV viewing choices

Markham, Ontario — July 20, 2023 — Enghouse Networks, a leading global telecommunications technology and streaming TV solutions provider, announced today that its SaaS  IPTV platform, EspialTV, has been chosen by GVTC Communications to bring video streaming services to its customer base.

The Enghouse solution allows GVTC to provide more options to its subscribers, including the ability to record and view shows on any connected device, including Amazon’s Fire TV, Roku, AppleTV, phones and tablets. Subscribers will also benefit from the ability to watch TV programs and movies in leading-edge quality and enjoy new features like voice-enabled remote control, plus easy access to popular OTT streaming services.

The new GVTC system also relies on Broadpeak’s content delivery network (CDN) and cloud DVR solutions. Broadpeak is a leading provider of CDN and video streaming solutions for content providers and pay-TV operators worldwide. “Enghouse and Broadpeak have many successful joint deployments,” said Mario Rainville, Vice President, North America, Broadpeak. “Our solutions work together to ensure a more personalized, state-of-the-art experience for subscribers.”

GVTC has looked to Enghouse and Broadpeak to upgrade its current Cable TV offering to a fully managed streaming TV platform hosted in the cloud. With superior image and sound quality, plus enhanced network security, Enghouse Networks’ EspialTV and Broadpeak will deliver video content (including live, catch-up, digitally recorded (NDVR), and Video-on-Demand) to all of GVTC’s stream subscribers.

“We are committed to empowering the communities in our service area with leading-edge technology for today’s interconnected world,” said Ritchie Sorrells, President and CEO, GVTC. “Our continued partnership with Enghouse Networks and Broadpeak allows us to deliver on this promise. With IPTV, our customers will now be able to access all their favorite shows on their favorite devices.”

“As the TV experience evolves, so does GVTC,” said Josh Pettiette, Vice President, Product Business Development and Strategic Planning, GVTC. “In the 1980s, we built the infrastructure for cable TV, then high-speed internet in the ‘90s, and then Netflix’s #1 ranked Fiber Internet in the 2000s. EspialTV allows us to provide the next step in this journey with its hosted IPTV platform.”

“We are gratified that GVTC selected Enghouse’s EspialTV for this project, based on our track record of delivering outstanding television experiences,” said Mick McCluskey, Vice President, Product Management, Enghouse Networks. “Enghouse is renowned for being flexible in meeting operators’ needs. Our operations and deployment team has a unique skill set and thorough understanding of the video streaming environment that will aid us in providing GVTC with a market-leading and highly flexible TV solution.”

The Enghouse SaaS EspialTV platform offers GVTC a full set of content management capabilities, deep insight through analytics, and flexibility to easily segment and target various markets. It supports operators of all sizes — and its flexible, cloud-based architecture will allow GVTC to control operational costs as their TV customer base grows.

About Enghouse Networks
Enghouse Networks is a reliable global telecommunications technology and solutions provider. Our commitment is to successfully deliver solutions that can enable digital transformation, ultimately building a connected global community. From edge to cloud, our applications reliably enable next-generation communications and media companies, defense, public safety agencies and utilities to plan, design, engineer, monitor, protect and simplify network complexity, in a vendor-agnostic 5G, IoT, Cloud, AI, NFV and SDN ecosystem. The Enghouse Networks technology portfolio spans Network Infrastructure, Business Support Systems (BSS), Operations Support Systems (OSS) and Digital Transformation solutions. For further information, visit www.enghousenetworks.com. Enghouse Networks is a unit of Enghouse Systems Ltd. of Markham, Ontario.

About Broadpeak^® (https://broadpeak.tv)
Broadpeak^® designs and manufactures video delivery components for content providers and network service providers deploying IPTV, cable, OTT, and mobile services. Its portfolio of solutions and technologies powers the delivery of movies, television programming, and other video content over managed networks and the Internet for viewing on any type of device. The company’s systems and services help operators increase market share and improve subscriber loyalty with superior quality of experience. Broadpeak supports all its customers worldwide, from simple installations to large delivery systems reaching capacities of several million of simultaneous streams. The company is headquartered in Cesson-Sevigne, France.

Broadpeak is listed on Euronext Growth Paris (code ISIN: FR001400AJZ7; ticker: ALBPK)

About GVTC
GVTC is an award-winning fiber optics communications provider delivering high-speed Internet, digital cable TV, phone, and interactive smart security to residential and business customers in far north San Antonio, the Texas Hill Country, and South Central Texas. GVTC offers Internet connection speeds up to 1 Gbps. GVTC’s wholesale carrier transport network delivers Ethernet data delivery between San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Lubbock, and Houston, with access to remote Texas markets. The company’s philanthropic arm, The GVTC Foundation, celebrates 17 years of charitable giving. More than $6 million in contributions have been given throughout GVTC’s service area.

Enghouse Networks Contact:
Balvinder Sandhu
Director, Demand Generation
Tel: +44 (0)1628 641 789
Email: balvinder.sandhu@enghouse.com

Markham, Ontario — March 21, 2023 — Enghouse Networks, a leading global telecommunications technology and IPTV SaaS platform solutions provider, announced today it is partnering with Beacon Broadband to enable the organization to offer a world-class video streaming service to their customers.

Beacon Broadband is deploying a future-proof solution from Enghouse to ensure the best possible quality of service for subscribers on a wide range of devices, including Fire TV and Android devices.

“We are excited about Beacon Broadband offering our customers amazingly fast fiber internet, advanced voice and now the best video experience available,” said Bill Gerski, Vice President of Marketing and Sales, Beacon Broadband.

“We are committed to bringing the high-speed fiber experience where no one else will go. This includes out to the most remote homes in our rural territory and onto our subscribers’ televisions,” Said Paul Recanzone, General Manager, Beacon Broadband. “We selected Enghouse’s EspialTV platform to deliver a unique video experience that meets the needs of our older traditional video subscribers and our younger streaming subscribers. Our partnership with Enghouse Networks will enable us to provide the customer experience to all video subscribers, which our members have come to expect from Beacon Broadband.”

Beacon Broadband will use Enghouse EspialTV, a fully managed IPTV solution hosted in the cloud, to deliver live, catch-up TV, NPVR, and VOD content to their residential and bulk/commercial subscribers.

“We are pleased and gratified that Beacon Broadband selected Enghouse’s EspialTV for this project, based on our track record of delivering outstanding television experiences,” said Mick McCluskey, VP of Product Management, Enghouse Networks. “There are several steps involved in offering TV services, and Beacon Broadband has navigated these successfully with our assistance.”

EspialTV delivers an award-winning user experience across devices. With EspialTV, Beacon Broadband can easily customize the user interface of their video streaming service to address multiple consumer and business market segments. Since EspialTV is a cloud-based SaaS solution, it can be deployed rapidly at a low startup cost.

About Enghouse Networks

Enghouse Networks is a reliable global telecommunications technology and solutions provider. Our commitment is to successfully deliver solutions that can enable digital transformation, ultimately building a connected global community. From edge to cloud, our applications reliably enable next-generation communications and media companies, defense, public safety agencies and utilities to plan, design, engineer, monitor, protect and simplify network complexity, in a vendor-agnostic 5G, IoT, Cloud, AI, NFV and SDN ecosystem. The Enghouse Networks technology portfolio spans Network Infrastructure, Business Support Systems (BSS), Operations Support Systems (OSS) and Digital Transformation solutions. For further information, visit wwww.enghousenetworks.com. Enghouse Networks is a unit of Enghouse Systems Ltd. of Markham, Ontario.

About Beacon Broadband

Beacon Broadband is a wholly owned subsidiary of Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative on the southern Oregon coast. About 85 years ago, Ivan Laird couldn’t get the power company that owned transmission lines across his property to provide him electric service, so he founded the electricity cooperative. Today, Mr. Laird’s grandson, David, lives in the family home and cannot get the company that ownsfiber lines across his property to provide him internet service. Beacon Broadband will bring internet and video to David and all the residents in rural Curry and Coos Counties.

Contact Information

Enghouse Networks Contact

Balvinder Sandhu
Marketing Manager
+ 44 (0)1628 641 789
balvinder.sandhu@enghouse.com

Beacon Broadband Contact

Bill Gerski
Vice President of Marketing and Sales
(702) 493-6142
billg@beaconbroadband.com

• With 5G, a minimum connectivity of a million devices for the same coverage area can be achieved
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Download our latest IoT whitepaper “Why The Coming Wave Of Massive IoT Will Need Fibre?” to learn more.

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• Manufacturing
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Download the Enghouse whitepaper “Non-Public Network 5G: How to Capitalise on Surging Opportunity and Demand” to find out more.

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In this webinar, we will focus on the most critical components of exceptional TV service and the practical steps that even small operators can take to deliver superior service with a switch to IPTV video.

Key webinar topics will include:

1.  How TV service costs, risks and time-to-market can be slashed.

2.  How Access Communications and Enghouse have partnered on an IPTV solution.

3. How the advanced TV services enabled by this solution can efficiently serve consumers of all ages and types, including millennials, TV traditionalists and commercial customers.

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The new Enghouse whitepaper provides you with an overview highlighting:

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This webinar discusses the size of the problem, the impact that limited broadband availability has on rural consumers’ lives, and solutions to the problem. Specifically, we will discuss the activity that is underway, and the tools available, to increase rural access to broadband fiber. Click here to register.

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