Ribbon Communications Earns Joint Interoperability Test Command Certification

Ribbon Communications has received Joint Interoperability Test Command certification for its products, which provide secure and reliable software and hardware solutions for Voice over Internet Protocol communications, Voice over Long-Term Evolution, and Unified Communications and Collaboration. The products are designed for service providers and enterprises, and are part of Ribbon's Cloud and Edge segment, which also includes solutions for IP networking and optical transport.

Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global leader in real-time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions, has announced the expansion of its portfolio with three new Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC)-certified solutions. The newly certified products include the Ribbon Policy Engine Server (PSX), Ribbon Application Management Platform (RAMP), and Ribbon Analytics, which have been added to the U.S. Department of Defense's (DoD) Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Approved Products List (APL). This addition underscores Ribbon's commitment to delivering secure, mission-critical communications infrastructure for defense and critical infrastructure customers [1].

The JITC certification is a gold standard for quality, security, interoperability, and reliability, and these new additions join Ribbon's existing suite of APL-listed solutions. The certified platforms are designed to support Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) communications, Voice over Long-Term Evolution (VoLTE), and Unified Communications and Collaboration (UCC) solutions for service providers and enterprises. These solutions are part of Ribbon's Cloud and Edge segment, which also includes solutions for IP networking and optical transport [1].

Sam Bucci, Chief Operating Officer at Ribbon, commented on the milestone, stating, "JITC certification is the gold standard for quality, security, interoperability, and reliability. We're proud to have these additional solutions recognized and included in the APL. This milestone underscores our dedication to supporting the stringent requirements of defense and critical infrastructure customers" [1].

The newly certified platforms join Ribbon's existing APL-listed solutions, including the SBC 5400, SBC Software Edition (SWe), SBC 7000, G5 Media Gateway, and the Ribbon Application Server. Ribbon also plays a key role in modernizing DISA's communications infrastructure through the Soft Switch Backbone (SSBB) initiative, delivering advanced voice communication components designed to enhance cybersecurity, reduce operational costs, and provide a secure, resilient global voice network across all DoD branches and agencies [1].

Ribbon Communications continues to focus on delivering secure cloud communications and IP and optical networking solutions to service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure sectors globally. The company's end-to-end portfolio of communications software and IP optical networking solutions leverages cloud-native architectures, automation, and analytics tools, and leading-edge security. Ribbon's commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) matters is evident in its annual Sustainability Report, which is available to stakeholders [1].

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[1] https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ribbon-expands-portfolio-of-disa-jitc-certified-solutions-in-support-of-us-department-of-defense-network-deployments-302540489.html