Ookla and Bwtech announce strategic partnership for South American telecom market
SEATTLE, WA, USA, and BELO HORIZONTE, BRAZIL — 10/18/2023
Ookla®, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, and Bwtech, a prominent player in telecommunications solutions, announced today their strategic partnership aimed at enhancing network performance solutions across South America. Under this collaboration, Bwtech will assume the role of the official reseller for Ookla’s Speedtest Intelligence®, Speedtest Powered™, Cell Analytics™, and Downdetector Enterprise™ products in South America.
This partnership marks a significant step for both companies, reflecting their shared commitment to improving network performance and customer satisfaction in the region.
Bwtech, with its extensive reach and expertise in the South American telecommunications sector, will work alongside Ookla to expand the reach of Ookla’s solutions across South America.
Kevin Hasley, Ookla’s VP of Strategic Initiatives, shared his thoughts on the partnership, saying, “South America’s telecommunications market is dynamic and evolving. By collaborating with Bwtech, a respected industry player, our goal is to equip carriers, ISPs, and service providers in the region with the tools they need to optimize their networks and provide outstanding customer experiences.”
Flavio Buratto, CEO of Bwtech, added, “Bwtech is excited to align with Ookla, a company known for its commitment to network performance and innovation. Through Ookla’s solutions, we can empower South American telecom providers with data-driven insights, enabling them to excel in delivering top-quality services to their customers.”
Key highlights of the partnership include:
- Extended Market Reach: Bwtech will leverage its vast network and regional expertise to promote and distribute Ookla’s products, ensuring broader accessibility.
- Improved Network Performance: Ookla’s suite of products, including Speedtest Intelligence, Speedtest Powered, Cell Analytics, and Downdetector Enterprise, will equip South American carriers with tools to enhance network performance and resolve issues more effectively.
- Customized Solutions: The partnership will enable telecom providers to access tailored solutions that address the specific requirements of the South American market.
This collaboration represents a significant move toward elevating network performance standards across South America. Ookla and Bwtech are poised to empower telecom providers and ISPs, enhance customer experiences, and foster innovation in the region’s telecommunications industry.
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About Ookla
Ookla is a global leader in connectivity intelligence that provides consumers, businesses, and other organizations with data-driven insights to improve networks and connected experiences. Ookla helps these organizations efficiently solve their biggest connectivity challenges and drive forward innovation.
Ookla is a division of Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD), a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Ookla’s world-renowned brands include Speedtest®, Downdetector®, Ekahau®, RootMetrics®, and more.
About Bwtech
Bwtech is a leading provider of telecommunications solutions that empower telecom operators and service providers to optimize their network performance, reduce operational costs, and enhance customer experiences. With a strong presence in South America and a commitment to innovation, Bwtech is dedicated to helping its clients succeed in the evolving telecommunications landscape.
[Disclaimer: Statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause Ookla’s actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.]
