Saturday, January 30, 2010

Voice Commerce signs up global reseller partner

Australian Technology Innovator, Majitek, to expand Voice Commerce’s global reach, especially in the Asia-Pacific region London, 25 January, 2010: Voice Commerce Group, the innovative financial services group, today announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Australian reseller, Majitek. The partnership will use Majitek’s extensive distribution network to expand Voice Commerce’s global reach, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region.


The deal covers all three of the Voice Commerce Groups key offerings (VoicePay, Voice Transact and Voice Commerce) allowing Majitek to deliver a range of payment services and identity and verification solutions to consumers and businesses. These will complement Majitek’s existing area of expertise in Online Service Delivery and SaaS (Software as a Service).

Nick Ogden, CEO of Voice Commerce Group, said: “Expanding our global reach is strategically important for the continued growth and success of Voice Commerce Group. By partnering with an established Service Provider Solutions company such as Majitek, which has an excellent reputation and record in technology innovation, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region, we will be able to ensure that Voice Commerce has the global footprint that we require.”

Arthur Petronzio, Chief Operating Officer of Majitek, said: “We were deeply impressed by the capabilities of Voice Commerce that has already achieved significant success in the UK and US markets. As a successful global reseller, we aim to build on Voice Commerce’s existing success by bringing their best-of-breed products to a wider global audience, particularly in Asia-Pacific where we know voice based authentication and identity management will find a highly receptive market.”

Sunday, January 24, 2010

TRUE GROUP UNVEILS BUSINESS DIRECTIONS FOR 2010

CONVERGENCE, INNOVATION LEADERSHIP AND CONTENT DEVELOPMENT TO SUPPORT MOBILE INTERNET ON 3G


True Corporation Plc has unveiled its business directions for 2010, placing emphasis on furthering the Group’s convergence strategy, innovation leadership and network quality. Increased investment in TrueOnline’s hi-speed Internet services will target nationwide coverage. TrueMove’s mobile network will be enhanced to support greater data and voice demand while content development will support mobile Internet growth driven by 3G. Meanwhile, the Group will maintain its innovation leadership through the launch of high-definition channels at TrueVisions.

In 2009, True Group’s core businesses, which include TrueOnline, TrueMove and TrueVisions, progressed in many areas. Over the first nine months of 2009 TrueMove performed well with growth in non-voice services, a recovery in International Roaming (IR) and continuing success in managing and controlling Interconnection (IC) payments. Meanwhile TrueMove subscriber numbers grew to 15.4 million at the end of Q309. Service revenue continued to increase for TrueOnline’s Broadband service while the subscriber base rose to 665,000. True was also able to provide increased international bandwidth at lower costs. As for TrueVisions, its subscriber base grew to 1.64 million and in October 2009 the company was given the green light from the MCOT to commence paid advertising. This will generate increased content and variety for viewers while gradually developing into an important new revenue stream.

Mr. Suphachai Chearavonont, President & CEO of True Corporation Plc said, “In 2010 True Group will maintain its leadership in core businesses, stressing innovation as well as developing the quality of our networks and services. The coverage of TrueOnline’s hi-speed Internet will be expanded nationwide to meet the demand for hi-speed Internet in Bangkok and key provinces. This will provide improved access to news and information and allow subscribers to perform online transactions easier. We will expand TrueMove’s voice and data network to support fast growing demand and also focus on content development to support mobile Internet usage on both the 850 MHz and 2.1 GHz 3G frequencies. For TrueVisions, we plan to add more programs and channels to serve every customer group and lifestyle. Meanwhile, the launch of high-definition channels will increase the viewing experience for subscribers.

“True Group will continue to pursue its convergence strategy. By offering innovative products and new services we will create added convenience and value for our customers,” Mr. Suphachai concluded.