Crexendo Selected by Popp Communications to Replace Microsoft's Metaswitch Solution

Rhea-AI Summary

Crexendo (NASDAQ:CXDO) announces that Popp Communications has selected its NetSapiens Platform to replace their legacy Microsoft Metaswitch solution. This decision comes after Microsoft's announcement of end-of-life for their Metaswitch MaX UC offering and plans to sell off their Metaswitch division.

The NetSapiens Platform, serving over 5 Million end users with hundreds of API integrations and integrated AI applications, has been recognized by Frost & Sullivan as the 'Fastest Growing UCaaS Solution in North America' for two consecutive years. Crexendo adds over 100,000 new users monthly and offers flexible deployment options with a sessions-not-seats pricing model.

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• Selected as replacement provider for Microsoft's Metaswitch solution by Popp Communications
• Platform serves over 5 Million end users
• Adding 100,000+ new users monthly
• Named 'Fastest Growing UCaaS Solution in North America' by Frost & Sullivan for 2nd consecutive year
• Included in Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list

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Insights

Tech Analyst

This strategic win demonstrates Crexendo's growing market position in the UCaaS space, particularly as Microsoft exits the Metaswitch business. The addition of Popp Communications showcases strong platform adoption with 100,000+ new monthly users and validates their NetSapiens solution's competitiveness. The platform's extensibility through hundreds of API integrations and AI capabilities positions Crexendo well to capture market share from disrupted Metaswitch customers. Their unique "sessions not seats" pricing model offers a compelling cost advantage for service providers managing migrations. Being ranked as North America's fastest-growing UCaaS solution by Frost & Sullivan for two consecutive years, combined with their Deloitte Fast 500 listing, indicates significant growth momentum and market validation.

Market Research Analyst

The Microsoft Metaswitch divestiture creates a substantial market opportunity for Crexendo to capture displaced customers. With 5 million end users already on their platform, Crexendo is well-positioned to accelerate growth through service provider transitions. Their success in doubling industry-average partner growth rates suggests strong platform stickiness and competitive advantages. The timing is particularly favorable as service providers actively seek alternatives, potentially leading to accelerated market share gains. The combination of technical capabilities, pricing flexibility and proven scalability makes Crexendo an attractive choice for service providers looking to migrate from legacy solutions.

PHOENIX, AZ / ACCESSWIRE / December 17, 2024 / Crexendo^®, Inc. (NASDAQ:CXDO), an award-winning software technology company that is a premier provider of cloud communication platform software and unified communication as service (UCaaS) offerings, including voice, video, contact center, and managed IT services tailored to businesses of all sizes, today announced that Popp Communications has chosen Crexendo's NetSapiens Platform as its next-generation replacement for their legacy Microsoft Metaswitch solution.

Microsoft previously announced end-of-life for their Metaswitch MaX UC offering and has also just announced they will be selling off their Metaswitch division which has prompted many service providers to actively seek new and improved partner solutions to support their transition. In this landscape, Crexendo has emerged as the industry's top choice for many of these providers. With hundreds of API integrations, integrated AI applications, and over 5 Million end users, it's easy to see why Frost & Sullivan ranked Crexendo the "Fastest Growing UCaaS Solution in North America" for the second year in a row.

"In an industry facing significant disruption due to Microsoft's decision, service providers are actively seeking not only a replacement, but a superior alternative," said Ryan Cummings, Vice President of Technology for Popp Communications. "We have thoroughly evaluated various leading platforms and concluded that Crexendo's NetSapiens Platform is the ideal choice for us. As we seek a trusted partner, the fact that Crexendo adds over 100,000 new users every month serves as strong validation of their pedigree and innovation."

"We are excited to partner with Popp Communications during this pivotal time," said Jeff Korn, CEO & Chairman of Crexendo. "With the recent changes and continued disruption amongst platform providers leaving many service providers scrambling, the opportunity for Crexendo has never been greater. Crexendo's NetSapiens Platform has rapidly become the preferred choice for service providers transitioning from Metaswitch and other service providers. In a sea of uncertainty, our NetSapiens platform is a strong safe haven. For over 20 years, the same core team has been working on and perfecting the NetSapiens platform. This stability ensures our clients have a dependable foundation for their businesses, even in uncertain times. Our Open APIs allow providers to make the platform their own and distinguish themselves from competitors. In addition, whether a service provider prefers a hosted platform or a facilities-based offering, we have options that align with their business needs and our disruptive sessions not seats pricing model provides a cost-effective approach for service providers to get precisely what they need, allowing them to migrate carefully and manage costs effectively."

Korn continued, "Crexendo has established itself as a formidable player in the telecommunications market, experiencing remarkable success and rapid growth as evident with our recent inclusion on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list of fastest growing companies in North America. Crexendo's service provider partners are thriving, achieving growth rates that are nearly double the industry average. This momentum reflects our commitment to innovation and our focus on providing the most innovative solutions for our partners. As we continue to expand, we remain dedicated to driving excellence and delivering unparalleled value in the cloud communications landscape."

About Crexendo®
Crexendo, Inc. is an award-winning software technology company that is a premier provider of cloud communication platform software and unified communications as a service (UCaaS) offerings, including voice, video, contact center, and managed IT services tailored to businesses of all sizes. Our cloud communications software solutions currently support over five million end users globally, through an extensive network of over 235 cloud communication platform software subscribers and our direct retail offering.

About Popp Communications
POPP Communications, located in Golden Valley, MN, was created by founder and president Bill Popp in 1981 to serve the communication needs of small and medium-sized businesses in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. For more information visit www.popp.com

Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements. The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a "safe harbor" for such forward-looking statements. The words "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "will" and other similar statements of expectation identify forward-looking statements. Specific forward-looking statements in this press release include information about Crexendo (i) service providers are actively seeking next generation partner solutions to support their transition; (ii) In this landscape, the company has emerged as the industry's top choice; (iii) that the Company adds over 100,000 new users every month serves as strong validation of their pedigree and innovation; (iv) With Microsoft's recent decisions leaving many service providers scrambling, the opportunity for the Company has never been greater; (v) the NetSapiens Platform has rapidly become the preferred choice for service providers transitioning from Metaswitch MaX UC; (vi) having the same core team for over 20 years, working on and perfecting the NetSapiens platform; (vii) the stability ensures clients have a dependable foundation for their businesses, even in uncertain times; (viii) the Open APIs allow providers to make the platform their own and distinguish themselves from competitors; (ix) that whether a service provider prefers a hosted platform or a facilities-based offering we have options that align with their business needs; (x) the disruptive sessions not seats pricing model provides a cost-effective approach for service providers to get precisely what they need, allowing them to migrate carefully and manage costs effectively; (xi) service provider partners are thriving, achieving growth rates that are nearly double the industry average; (xii) the momentum reflects the commitment to innovation and the focus on providing the most innovative solutions for partners and (xiii) the Company remains dedicated to driving excellence and delivering unparalleled value in the cloud communications landscape.

For a more detailed discussion of risk factors that may affect Crexendo's operations and results, please refer to the company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, and 2024 Form 10-Qs as filed with the SEC. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which such statements are made, and the company undertakes no obligation to update such forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

Contact Information

Doug Gaylor
President and Chief Operating Officer
dgaylor@crexendo.com
602-732-7990

SOURCE: Crexendo, Inc.

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FAQ

What is Crexendo's (CXDO) growth rate in terms of monthly user acquisition?

Crexendo adds over 100,000 new users every month to their NetSapiens Platform.

How many end users does Crexendo's (CXDO) NetSapiens Platform currently serve?

The NetSapiens Platform serves over 5 Million end users.

Why did Popp Communications choose Crexendo (CXDO) as their new platform provider?

Popp Communications chose Crexendo after Microsoft announced end-of-life for Metaswitch MaX UC and plans to sell their Metaswitch division, citing Crexendo's platform capabilities and strong market position.

What recognition has Crexendo (CXDO) received for its market growth?

Crexendo was named 'Fastest Growing UCaaS Solution in North America' by Frost & Sullivan for two consecutive years and was included in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list.

What pricing model does Crexendo (CXDO) offer for service providers?

Crexendo offers a 'sessions not seats' pricing model, allowing service providers to get precisely what they need and manage costs effectively.