VIAVI Unveils All-in-One Fiber Certification Tool for FTTx

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Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAV) has launched the VIAVI Optimeter, an innovative network test tool aimed at enhancing fiber installation and maintenance efficiency. With an expected increase in demand for broadband services, approximately 250,000 technicians will focus on fiber duties within three years. The Optimeter consolidates essential functions in a user-friendly design, targeting improved installation success rates and reduced operational costs. This tool addresses the challenge of activation failures, which can occur 20-50% of the time due to insufficient testing, thereby streamlining service deployment.

Positive

• Launch of VIAVI Optimeter, improving fiber installation efficiency.
• Addresses high failure rates in service activation, potentially reducing costs.
• Expected to support 250,000 technicians for broadband deployment.

Negative

• High service activation failure rates still present, risking customer dissatisfaction and revenue loss.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV) today introduced the VIAVI Optimeter, a new type of network test tool to speed and simplify last mile optical fiber activation and maintenance. As the leading fiber test and measurement supplier, VIAVI is focused on helping communications service providers (CSPs) and contractors improve first time install completion rates for faster service activation and revenue.

It's estimated that 250,000 technicians will be tasked with new fiber installation and maintenance duties over the next three years in order to keep up with the demand for broadband deployments worldwide. This rapid growth is driving the need for fiber certification tools that are extremely easy to use to ensure successful service turn-up on the first truck roll, thereby avoiding activation delays, increased churn and excessive installation costs.

The versatile VIAVI Optimeter combines the functionality of a broadband or GPON/XG(S)-PON power meter with fiber certification and connector inspection in a simple, all-in-one solution for effortless FTTx certification and troubleshooting — regardless of field technicians' experience level. The Optimeter was designed to reduce truck rolls and trouble tickets by proving successful fiber install passes, or providing clear fault ownership information to stop unnecessary handoffs.

"Pressure to meet demand for new PON/FTTH service often leads to minimal testing or even no testing. As a result, technicians are not able to complete install and activation on the first visit between 20 to 50% of the time, leading to poor customer experiences and lost revenue," said Kevin Oliver, Vice President and General Manager, Converged Instruments and Virtual Test, VIAVI. "As service activation failure rates and maintenance costs continue to rise, the VIAVI Optimeter is a critical tool for premise and home techs to make sure that last mile fiber installation is done right the first time, improving deployment success rates and reducing the need for return visits."

About VIAVI
VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for communications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, government and avionics. We help these customers harness the power of instruments, automation, intelligence and virtualization to Command the network. VIAVI is also a leader in light management solutions for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, and defense applications. Learn more about VIAVI at www.viavisolutions.com. Follow us on VIAVI Perspectives, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

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EMEA & Asia Pacific/Japan Sonus PR Chevaan Seresinhe viavi@sonuspr.com	India Voila Communications Manish Sharma manish@voilacomm.net	China Archetype Geff Pan viavichina@archetype.cn

 

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FAQ

What is the purpose of the VIAVI Optimeter?

The VIAVI Optimeter is designed to simplify and enhance last mile optical fiber activation and maintenance.

How many technicians are expected to work on fiber installations in the next three years?

Approximately 250,000 technicians will be involved in new fiber installation and maintenance.

What are the activation failure rates reported by VIAVI?

VIAVI reports that activation failures occur between 20% to 50% of the time due to minimal testing.

How does the Optimeter help reduce installation costs?

The Optimeter aims to reduce truck rolls and improve first-time install rates, lowering installation costs.