The FCC Wireline Bureau inquiry into Telcordia and...

The FCC Wireline Bureau inquiry into Telcordia and parent Ericsson’s business connections with other telecom companies (CD Sept 16 p14) in the selection of the local number portability administrator is consistent with the commission’s “diligent efforts to bring this process to its logical conclusion,” said Telcordia CEO Rich Jacowleff Monday. The North American Numbering Council “has already reviewed Telcordia’s proposal and found that it meets or exceeds the criteria set out by the industry and NANC, including neutrality, and that it offers a compelling price, which ultimately benefits consumers and carriers,” Jacowleff told us.