VIACABO Selects IBBS` Award-Winning BBX Platform to Deliver Broadband to Cable Subscribers Throughout Brazil

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Tue May 11, 2010 1:54pm EDT

Brazilian Cable Operator Turns to Broadband Services and Solutions Leader for
Diagnostics and Provisioning; IBBS` Superior Technology and Expertise Prove
Invaluable
LOS ANGELES--(Business Wire)--
Integrated Broadband Services (IBBS), the leading provider of managed,
integrated solutions that enable broadband providers to deliver exceptional
services, expand into new markets and reduce unnecessary operations costs, today
announced that it would deliver its Broadband Explorer (BBX) provisioning and
diagnostics services to enable VIACABO to provide broadband to cable subscribers
throughout Brazil. Based in Sao Jose dos Campos in the state of Sao Paulo,
Brazil, VIACABO serves over 130,000 video and data subscribers in 14 cities
across the country. 

According to Eduardo Nasser Bussab, Finance Officer, VIACABO, "After extensive
due diligence, our executive team collectively agreed that IBBS would offer a
technologically robust solution and a cost structure that is more manageable and
predictable than any other alternative. In addition, the Company`s clear
commitment to customer service and support, coupled with its intimate knowledge
of both our industry and the Latin American market, led us to the conclusion
that our customers will be best served by IBBS." 

David Keil, IBBS CEO, noted that, "VIACABO is recognized throughout South
America for the quality of its advanced data, voice and video services, and we
are honored to be their partner of choice." He continued, "IBBS is committed to
expanding its footprint throughout the Caribbean and Latin American markets, and
is excited to add such a significant customer in Brazil. I am pleased that our
conversions are progressing ahead of schedule, as two VIACABO systems have
already been successfully converted to our BBX platform, with more planned over
the coming months." 

ABOUT IBBS

IBBS is the leading global provider of managed, integrated broadband services
and solutions. More than 230 broadband and cable operators worldwide utilize
IBBS` managed software, network management and technical support to increase
residential and commercial subscriber satisfaction, reduce OPEX and optimize
network performance. The Company`s diagnostic and provisioning software, network
management services and tier-1 NOC, as well as its technical support center,
empower broadband professionals to cost-effectively monitor and service
customers with a scalable, secure, fully-integrated solution that ensures
maximum network uptime and lower operating expenses. Since 2001, IBBS and its
customers have been providing world-class customer service and network
management by using the Broadband Explorer (BBX) Provisioning and Diagnostic
Software Suite and enabling the Triple Play through wired and wireless networks.
IBBS is located in Atlanta, GA, with western operations in suburban Vancouver,
BC. 

Additional information can be found at http://www.ibbs.com or by calling
770-387-2053. 

ABOUT VIACABO

VIACABO is one of the pioneers in the Cable Television market in Brazil,
operating since 1988. In its early years has attracted foreign investors,
promoting the union between local entrepreneurs and the tradition, expertise and
competences of major players in the global pay-TV market. 

The evolution of VIACABO services has also followed the industry technological
development, with the implementation of digital platforms and compatibility to
new services and products. 

Presently operating 14 systems in 8 states, with complete infrastructure, modern
buildings, new vehicles; and qualified technical and administrative staff,
trained to support and comply with any customers` needs. 

VIACABO can be reached at www.viacabo.com.br or at (12) 2139 05 00 

Av.Barão do Rio Branco , 540 São Jose dos Campos , São Paulo , Brasil

IBBS Marketing Manager
Toni Birtwistle, 888-207-0203
toni.birtwistle@ibbs.com

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