23 Nov 2013 Purdicom partners with MLL Telecom to offer licenced radio and services to the channel
WANTAGE, OXFORDSHIRE – The UK’s leading wireless, cloud and security distributor, Purdicom, has today announced an exclusive partnership with Marlow based MLL Telecom. Under the terms of the agreement, Purdicom will offer licensed radio solutions, packaged with spectrum licensed to MLL Telecom, alongside a range of professional services such as link monitoring, on-site support and site acquisition. This represents a shift in approach for both MLL Telecom and Purdicom.
In recent months Purdicom has experienced a huge increase in demand for high quality, reliable wireless backhaul solutions, driven by the surge in growth of rural and urban WISPs along with CCTV solution providers. As a Ceragon and Cambium Networks distributor, Purdicom already offers a large number of links licensed from Ofcom. Using licensed technology provides the extra layer of security that customers need, however the long lead times from Ofcom along with the high cost of the spectrum hinder take-up by businesses.
Thanks to the new agreement with MLL Telecom, Purdicom will be able to provide licensed links in just one week and offer significant discounts against the prices usually charged by Ofcom. Purdicom plans to offer its customers pre-packaged deals on links to include the hardware, planning, spectrum and NOC services, lowering the barriers for adoption.
Purdicom MD Hugh Garrod said, “We have seen significant growth in many of our ISP customers in recent months, driven by government backed investment schemes such as BDUK and Connected Cities. The common message from these customers is their desire to have good quality, reliable backhaul at an affordable price. Traditionally these customers have used 5GHz but the band is becoming increasingly congested due to the prevalence of Wi-Fi networks. This unique agreement allows us to satisfy that demand with carrier grade licensed technology at enterprise prices.”
Karl Edwards, Chief Sales Officer at MLL Telecom comments, “This landmark agreement is part of our ongoing mission to deliver secure, cost-effective and high quality connectivity for the UK’s fast growing digital economy. By licensing our spectrum to Purdicom, we’re able to bring more spectrum to the marketplace where it can be used for the benefit of businesses across the country. Working with Purdicom also opens up a new revenue stream for us, strengthening our position in the increasingly competitive market.”
About Purdicom:
Purdicom was formerly know as Selcoms
Purdicom is an award winning distributor specialising in Wireless, Cloud & Security technologies. Purdicom is a dynamic & proactive value-add distributor with exceptional technical, sales & marketing support unlike any other. Its product portfolio is fitting for all Wireless, Cloud & Security scenarios ranging from Wi-Fi, Point to Point/Multipoint, Wireless Security, Social Wi-Fi Analytics, Networking & more. Purdicom has become a recognised force within the UK IT industry spanning its wings throughout Europe, Middle East & Africa. Its vendors include Ruckus Wireless, AirTight Networks, Cambium Networks, Purple Wi-Fi, Siklu & more.
About MLL Telecom
MLL Telecom is one of the UK’s leading providers of fully managed networks and professional services to mobile and fixed operators, system integrators and the public sector. As a licensed operator with planning rights and its own wireless spectrum, it uses a combination of fixed and wireless technologies to deliver secure, cost-effective services on schedule, on budget and at the highest quality. MLL Telecom has more than 3000 microwave radio links nationwide and customers and channel partners include: BT, Vodafone, O2 Wi-Fi, Cable & Wireless Worldwide, Virgin Media Business, Azzurri, East Sussex County Council, Nottinghamshire Police and Suffolk County Council. For additional information, please visit www.mlltelecom.com. Follow MLL Telecom on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mll_telecom
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