IMS: Network inventory management solution
Flexible. Modular. Consolidated.
VC4-IMS is a complete, off-the-shelf, configurable, intelligent inventory management system.
We bring logical, physical, virtual and service elements together at one glance. Unlock new levels of performance, with VC4-IMS, a unique solution to the common day-to-day challenges in telecom today.
VC4-IMS
The single source of truth for your network
VC4-IMS manages data for any network infrastructure and topology and provides an end-to-end view of your multi-vendor networks.
It provides accurate data to support your business and operational units – accelerating maintenance and support, and helping you plan more effectively.
Consolidate your network inventory and asset data accurately and consistently, using a selection of 10 modules and extensions, for building optimal operations and service delivery within your market.
VC4-IMS Modules
Modular, scalable OSS business tool
Inventory Module
The inventory module of VC4-IMS captures all assets – physical, logical, virtual, and service and then maps these to the physical network, delivering a rich, interactive view.
- Physical inventory
- Logical & virtual inventory
- Service inventory
- Planning
- Capacity
GIS Module
A complete geographical view of your networks, enabling accurate planning and operations.
- Clear geographical view of all network assets
- GIS functions to plan and operate fiber and copper networks
- Direct relationship physical to logical connections and services
Leased Line Module
Bringing together all leased connections, including leased capacity from other operators. This is backed by financial reporting and analysis.
- Complete view of leased line connections
- Related leased line and your own network inventory objects
- A consolidated commercial information register
- Eliminate redundant leased lines
- Automated invoice checks
IP Management Module
The inventory module of VC4-IMS captures all assets – physical, logical, virtual, and service and then maps these to the physical network, delivering a rich, interactive view.
- Physical inventory
- Logical & virtual inventory
- Service inventory
- Planning
- Capacity
Telephone Number Module
Manage all geo and non-geo numbers, in alignment with inventory objects.
- Supports all countries telephone numbering systems
- Supports telephone numbering porting
- Clear reporting functionality and configuration for local authorities
- Auto discovery telephone numbers from live networks
Integration Module
A unified set of processes to ensure that data is updated, with integration to all associated systems from the OSS and BSS.
- Integration with multi-vendor elements
- NMS / EMS interfaces for network auto discovery and reconciliation
- BSS / OSS RESTful APIs
- Activation and change / status tracking
- Performance management interfaces
Reporting & Dashboard Module
A complete toolkit to create scheduled and custom reports, based on clear, interactive visualization, and with automated scheduling options.
- Reports
- Dashboards
- Custom reports and templates
- Schedule and distribute
Order & Trouble Ticket Module
The purpose of the IMS order management functionality is to automate, validate and secure the processes during the lifecycle of the network.
- Order and service delivery management
- Trouble ticket management
- Process is configurable allowing a customized workflow
- Custom reports and templates
Impact Analysis Module
Detect, track and inform customers or network operations on the impact of planned and unplanned outages.
- Planned work
- Fault impact analysis
- Single Points of Failure
- Inform customers in a consistent way
Warehouse & Spares Module
- Warehouse and stock
- Spares management
- Purchase order management
- Finance and asset management
- Invoice and payment control
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