As core networks become increasingly IP/MPLS based, voice and value-added services are provided on the same network. Operators are looking at deploying future-proof, backward-compatible infrastructure, allowing them to roll out newer services faster, improve customer acquisition and retention, while still increasing the average revenue per user (ARPU). Operators are also starting to adopt IMS specification put forth by the 3GPP governing body. They are deploying IMS infrastructure equipment such as Media Gateways, Session Border Controllers, and other IMS platforms to deliver new services. MindTree has deep understanding of fixed-mobile convergence, and the experience of working on leading-edge core routers, IMS Media Gateways, Session Border Controllers, Front Node systems, optical platforms, and linecards (legacy T1/E1).

Expansion of the telecom operator segment and heightened capital expenditure in emerging markets, create new growth opportunities for equipment vendors. These operators have large pools of customers and favourable regulations; but product innovations have to be rethought, and product costs need to be reduced. Equipment vendors have to meet higher consumer expectations regarding service quality, reliability, high-availability, forward as well as backward compatibility, and ease of use.

MindTree has the expertise and experience to take ownership of new product lines as well as help with redesign and re-engineering of legacy products, ensuring RoHS compliance.

MindTree Experience

We have significant expertise and experience in complete core backbone/infrastructure product development including core router, media gateway and front node systems.

Core Backbone/Infrastructure Products

Product	Activity	Features	Platforms/Tools
Core router	New feature development - complete design, development, integration, and testing - for core router with OC-48/OC-192 interfaces for a Tier 1 telecom equipment manufacturer in Europe	Data plane implementation of IPv6, IPv6 forwarding, IPv4-IPv6 interworking, integration with control plane protocols, and testing. Achieving 100% line-rate on OC48 interface	picoCode on IBM network processor NP4GS3 for the data plane. Control plane programming on the linecards with OSE (real-time OS)
Media Gateway for next generation 3G network	Complete architectural design, development of core components and new features, unit testing integration and testing	Features included data flow design for AAL2 cells to RTP, 11 new micro-blocks	Microcode programming for IXP2800 for data plane. Control plane programming on Linux
IMS Front Node System	Complete system software design, development , system integration and testing	Load balancing, IPSec, IPv6 security features on the data plane	Platform developed on Linux, with Cavium Nitrox Crypto, IXP2800 Network processor