T-Systems signed a contract with TOTAL, under which the Deutsche Telekom's subsidiary provides TOTAL with a variety of satellite-based communication services worldwide (potentially over 130 countries).
The latest contract comprises the configuration and operation of a satellite-based communication system for TOTAL's Exploration and Production division, as well as its Refining and Marketing divisions.
T-Systems' remit covers the so-called VSAT (very small aperture terminal) infrastructure that consists of satellite receivers and transmitters with antennas. This includes providing round-the-clock service, which also covers on-site repairs to the equipment. The contract applies to all continents and includes more than 40 locations.
The service covers a number of computer centres and has networked all its locations around the world. As many of its locations are quite remote, they are not served by traditional communication infrastructure, such as fixed or wireless networks. In these regions - through T-Systems, its ICT provider - TOTAL relies on satellites to handle voice and data communication between the main regional offices and the headquarters in Paris.
T-Systems' particular challenge is to ensure that TOTAL Group's connections function in as stable and secure a manner as a fixed network. Under the concluded agreement on the provision of satellite-based communication services, T-Systems has lowered costs, further enhanced quality of service and harmonised the existing networks.
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Drawing on a global infrastructure of data centres and networks, T-Systems operates information and communication technology (ICT) systems for multinational corporations and public sector institutions. T-Systems provides integrated solutions for the networked future of business and society. The company's 47 600 employees combine industry expertise and ICT innovations to add significant value to customers' core business all over the world. T-Systems generated revenue of around EUR 9.1 billion in the 2010 financial year.
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