Calnex and VIAVI Strengthen Collaboration for Network Performance Validation

Calnex Solutions Plc, based in Scotland, has announced a significant enhancement of its partnership with VIAVI Solutions, a global leader in test and measurement technologies. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive end-to-end validation for network and application performance, particularly for next-generation networks. The combination of Calnex's specialized network emulation tools and VIAVI's exceptional testing solutions represents a significant advancement in addressing the growing complexities in network environments.

Enhanced Testing Solutions

The expansion integrates Calnex’s unique suite of network emulation products, which includes the SNE, SNE-X, and SNE-Ignite, with VIAVI's renowned ONE LabPro™, TestCenter, and CyberFlood solutions. This powerful combination is set to deliver highly realistic traffic generation, user emulation, and network impairment technologies, creating a comprehensive testing framework. The alliance recognizes the pressing need for operators and service providers to validate user experience in increasingly complex network infrastructure, especially in AI, Data Centers, Defense, Satcom, and Enterprise markets.

Graeme Urquhart, Vice President of Sales at Calnex, highlighted the need for testing environments to accurately reflect real-world conditions before deployments. He stated, “Networks continue to evolve, and as technologies advance, so does the complexity and diversity of supported topologies. Our partnership with VIAVI addresses the critical need for realistic testing that can help mitigate performance issues post-launch.”

Addressing Industry Challenges

As technological advancements introduce new devices and applications into the network ecosystem, ensuring optimal performance through rigorous pre-deployment testing becomes paramount. Current validation environments often lack the realism needed to ensure systems operate smoothly once operational, leading to an increased risk of performance bottlenecks. The new collaboration is aimed at tackling these challenges, providing enhanced visibility into performance metrics and ensuring a seamless user experience.

According to Mark Bateman, Vice President at VIAVI, “The combination of realistic traffic generation and accurate network emulation delivers a powerful foundation for performance assurance. Alongside Calnex, we are moving beyond mere lab simulations, enabling our customers to validate performance confidently.”

Existing Collaboration and Future Prospects

This partnership builds on the existing collaboration between Calnex and VIAVI, which focuses on testing Open RAN products across multiple domains. By leveraging VIAVI's TM500, TeraVM, and XEdge platforms with Calnex's Paragon-neo, SNE-Ignite, and SNE-X, the two companies are offering a comprehensive solution for the industry.

Calnex Solutions is committed to delivering unparalleled clarity and confidence through its high-precision testing tools. With nearly two decades in the industry, it has earned a reputation among leaders like BT, China Mobile, NTT, Ericsson, Nokia, Intel, Qualcomm, IBM, and Meta.

The Road Ahead

As the demand for reliable, high-performance networks continues to grow, the expanded partnership between Calnex and VIAVI is strategically positioned to meet these needs. By offering globally accessible technologies, they ensure that customers from various sectors can validate their network performance comprehensively. This collaboration not only enhances product reliability but also reinforces both companies' commitment to innovation and excellence in network performance validation. For more information about Calnex Solutions and their offerings, visit their official website.