HCL, NDS join hands for cable TV digital services

[dhilipkumar]

HCL, NDS join hands for cable TV digital services

HCL Infosystems and NDS have joined hands to enable local cable TV operators to launch digital services and increase their market share.

The tie-up offers solutions that provide operators with the ideal foundation for migrating to digital and a comprehensive roadmap for the future, making it easy for operators to offer a wider range of new services, including IPTV and a variety of next-generation, converged solutions.

George Paul, executive vice-president, HCL Infosystems, says, "With this tie-up we aim to offer technology solutions that are affordable, scalable and highly relevant to cable operators in India. We are sure that our collaboration with NDS, as part of our growing consortium of co-operating vendors, will significantly promote the growth of the Indian digital cable TV market."

Sue Taylor, senior vice-president and general manager, NDS - Asia Pacific, said, "With HCL and NDS, operators will get access to a choice of solutions. Our open standards-based solutions help operators keep costs down while offering a future roadmap that maximises choice."

HCL, an ICT system integration company, offers technology from a choice of industry-leading suppliers and vendors, giving operators flexibility to choose the path to digital TV that is right for their budget and strategy.