Network optimization focus of Juniper's new offerings

Juniper Networks is set to unveil a trio of mobility solutions under its Project Falcon initiative designed to allow wireless operators to optimize network traffic on their current networks a provide a path for migrating from 3G to 4G technology. The solutions are dubbed Traffic Direct, Media Flow and Mobile Core Evolution.
Juniper said the Traffic Direct offering optimized data traffic by “combining intelligent subscriber and application policies” with its MX 3D series routers “scaling to offload bulk data traffic directly to the Internet.” Juniper added that a study by research firm IDC validated its claims that the solution would lower a carrier’s total cost of ownership by up to 70%.
The Media Flow solution leverages software from Juniper’s partner Ankeena Networks that Juniper said optimizes network transmission of video content and works in conjunction with Traffic Direct to offload network traffic and content delivery “closer to end users.” Both Traffic Direct and Media Flow are scheduled to be available during the second quarter.
The final leg in the offering is the Mobile Core Evolution solution that Juniper said will leverage its MX 3D routers and embedded software from Junos “to deliver 3G and 4G gateway capabilities while accelerating service innovation and time to market with uncompromised scaling across bandwidth, subscribers and services.” The Mobile Core Evolution solution is scheduled to be available to select customers in beta form by the end of the year.
Juniper said pricing for the services will be announced closer to availability.