"We believe that our DSA solution has the potential to deliver far-reaching benefits to operators across the region," says Stuart Cochran, chief technology officer of Evolving Systems. "It allows operators to reduce costs by simplifying the SIM supply chain and optimizing network capacity. In addition, it enables them to build customer loyalty and drive up average revenue per user (ARPU) by supporting the provision of innovative new customer offerings like number personalization."

"Market momentum is building for DSA around the world," added Thad Dupper, president and CEO of Evolving Systems. "We now have customers in Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin America and we are currently averaging more than 1/2 million allocations a month. Going forward, we see the Middle East with its dynamic and fast-growing mobile communications sector and its ever more sophisticated customer base as a key strategic growth market for us."

Dynamic SIM Allocation solution is a new way of activating phones, which removes the inefficiencies of pre-provisioning, avoids the costs associated with large numbers of inactive SIM cards, and enables wireless carriers to offer an enhanced end-user experience. Evolving Systems' Dynamic SIM Allocation solution can help:

• Optimize use of core network capacity -- Provision only on first use of SIM cards
• Improve SIM Card Supply Flexibility -- With improved geographic mobility of SIM cards
• Improve MSISDN Utilization -- By provisioning numbers at first use of the SIM card
• Increase revenue by enhancing user experience -- Offer choice and personalization on first use

Evolving Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVOL ) is a provider of software and services to more than 70 network operators in over 40 countries worldwide. Its portfolio includes market-leading products for Service Activation, Service Verification, Dynamic SIM Allocation, Number Portability, Number Inventory and Mediation solutions. Founded in 1985, the Company has headquarters in Englewood, Colorado, with offices in the United Kingdom, Germany, India and Malaysia.

By Robert Hoskins

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