SkyVision Global Networks Ltd, a leading global provider of IP connectivity over satellite and fiber optic systems has installed private satellite network solution for 97 branches of UNACOOPEC-CI (National Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives).
UNACOOPEC is Côte d’Ivoire largest financial institution specializing in microfinance, banking, and insurance.
SkyVision’s solution responded to all requirements, delivering a fully customized, totally secured and managed satellite-based Private Network that connects all 97 UNACOOPEC-CI branches throughout Côte d’Ivoire. Many of these branches are located in rural areas lacking basic communications.
SkyVision designed the networks, installed the full HQ hub and teleport facilities, installed the remote sites. It was also in charge of commissioning, training and customer network management.
The satellite network will enable UNACOOPEC-CI members to connect their WAN sites, share information among branches and the head office, by means of voice and data applications.
“SkyVision truly values UNACOOPEC-CI’s business, professionalism and commitment and is pleased to be able to meet their precise needs.” stated SkyVision CEO, Mr. Doron Ben Sira. “UNACOOPEC, now has a fully supported voice and data communications, throughout the country.” We regard this deployment as an integral part of SkyVision’s continuing expansion in providing unique solutions for a broad range of customers.”
“As a widely-dispersed banking institution in Côte d’Ivoire, UNACOOPEC-CI required an experienced and reliable vendor that could seamlessly deploy and manage a satellite private network that would meet our specific needs”, said Mr. Savane Issaka, General Manager of UNACOOPEC-CI. “After studying the market throughout Africa, our IT staff realized that SkyVision was the company that could provide the solution we needed in a time frame that was faster than our initial specifications. We look forward to a long-term association with SkyVision.”