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Network Manager Telecom Deployment Options

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IQGeo SaaS vs Private Cloud Deployment

When deploying IQGeo’s Network Manager Telecom software, you can choose from two distinct deployment options: an IQGeo SaaS Deployment option or a Private Cloud Deployment option (customer-hosted). Each option has specific benefits and trade-offs, allowing you to choose the deployment strategy that best aligns with your business, operational, security and scalability requirements.

IQGeo SaaS Deployment

The IQGeo SaaS Deployment option is a Network Manager Telecom instance hosted on AWS and managed by IQGeo. The infrastructure configuration includes application servers, database, networking and security. 

Reduced IT overhead 
No need for server management, patching, database tuning, etc.

Rapid deployment
Go live in hours rather than months

Always up to date
Regular upgrades and maintenance 

Scalable
Easily add users, processing, storage etc..

Enterprise-class security
AWS compliance and secure access via OIDC/SAML SSO

Integration and data management
Access to JavaScript, Python and REST APIs

Private Cloud Deployment

The Private Cloud Deployment option allows IQGeo customers to choose their own hosting configuration for Network Manager Telecom. This can include private hosting on proprietary, AWS, Azure or Google infrastructure.

Advanced customization options
Direct database access, advanced workflow, integration, customization options 

Complete architecture flexibility
Ideal for rigorous IT/security policies with complex multi-technology environments

Full system management control
Customer manages infrastructure, updates, and scaling supported by IQGeo 

 

Network Manager Telecom

For more detail on the IQGeo SaaS Deployment option

Download IQGeo SaaS Deployment Guide
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Which Option?
IQGeo SaaS Deployment
Private Cloud Deployment
Comparison
IT overhead
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2x IT
Deployment time
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Deployment costs
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Customization options
Configuration and APIs
Configuration, APIs and customization
Hosting scalability
Highly configurable
Customer managed
Security
ISO certified AWS
Customer managed

Which Option?

IQGeo SaaS Deployment

Private Cloud Deployment

Comparison

IT overhead
1x IT
2x IT
Deployment time
Icon feather-clock
Clock
Deployment costs
Dollar-sign-icon
Dollar
Customization options
Configuration and APIs
Configuration, APIs and customization
Hosting scalability
Highly configurable
Customer managed
Security
ISO certified AWS
Customer managed

Which Option?

IQGeo SaaS Deployment

Private Cloud Deployment

Comparison

IT overhead
1x IT
2x IT
Deployment time
Icon feather-clock
Clock
Deployment costs
Dollar-sign-icon
Dollar
Customization options
Configuration and APIs
Configuration, APIs and customization
Hosting scalability
Highly configurable
Customer managed
Security
ISO certified AWS
Customer managed

Which Option?

IQGeo SaaS Deployment

Private Cloud Deployment

Comparison

IT overhead
1x IT
2x IT
Deployment time
Icon feather-clock
Clock
Deployment costs
Dollar-sign-icon
Dollar
Customization options
Configuration and APIs
Configuration, APIs and customization
Hosting scalability
Highly configurable
Customer managed
Security
ISO certified AWS
Customer managed

Network Manager Telecom

Customer Deployment Profiles

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IQGeo SaaS Deployment

Private Cloud Deployment

Commercial broadband and fiber operators
Tier 1 telecom operators with complex, multi-technology networks
Municipal and regional ISPs
Operators needing bespoke integration with legacy GIS, OSS/BSS
DOTs and Intelligent Transportation Systems
Organizations requiring private, on-premises hosting
Government and private fiber network operators
 
Fiber and telecom engineering companies
 
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IQGeo SaaS Deployment

Commercial broadband and fiber operators
Municipal and regional ISPs
DOTs and Intelligent Transportation Systems
Government and private fiber network operators
Fiber and telecom engineering companies

Private Cloud Deployment

Tier 1 telecom operators with complex, multi-technology networks
Operators needing bespoke integration with legacy GIS, OSS/BSS
Organizations requiring private, on-premises hosting
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the IQGeo SaaS Deployment of Network Manager Telecom?

The IQGeo SaaS Deployment option is an IQGeo service deployment of the Network Manager Telecom software on an AWS architecture.

What is a Private Cloud Deployment of Network Manager Telecom?

The Private Cloud Deployment option is a customer hosted deployment of the Network Manager Telecom software using their choice for hosting infrastructure.

What are the main benefits of choosing the IQGeo SaaS Deployment option?

  • Lower IT overhead: No servers, patching, or database tuning required
  • Always up to date: Regular upgrades and weekly maintenance included
  • Enterprise-grade security: ISO/IEC 27001 certified, hosted on AWS
  • Fast deployment: Go live in hours, not months
  • Scalable by design: Easily add users and storage as your business grows

What are the main benefits of choosing the Private Cloud Deployment option?

  • Complete deployment flexibility: Choose your own hosting strategy
  • Expanded integration capabilities: Advanced customization capabilities
  • Full security control: Enables site-specific security requirements

What security and compliance features are included with the IQGeo SaaS Deployment option?

  • ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification
  • Data encrypted at rest and in transit (TLS 1.2)
  • Continuous monitoring (AWS GuardDuty, TrustedAdvisor)
  • Annual external penetration tests
  • Shared security governance and certifications managed by IQGeo

How are updates and maintenance managed with IQGeo SaaS and Private Cloud Deployments?

With a IQGeo SaaS Deployment, weekly maintenance updates and quarterly major updates are automatically scheduled and included in the subscription cost. With a Private Cloud Deployment, the updates are an extra cost service, and the schedule is defined and managed by the customer together with IQGeo (or its service partner).

Which integration and data access tools are available with IQGeo SaaS and Private Cloud Deployments?

IQGeo SaaS Deployment

  • Supports OIDC/SAML SSO for secure authentication
  • REST APIs for OSS/BSS and enterprise integrations
  • Data import/export via CSV and APIs

Private Cloud Deployment

  • Supports OIDC/SAML SSO for secure authentication
  • REST APIs for OSS/BSS and enterprise integrations
  • Data import/export via CSV and APIs
  • Direct database customization access (IT resources required)

What is the typical profile of an IQGeo SaaS Deployment customer?

An IQGeo SaaS Deployment is ideal for commercial broadband and fibre operators, municipal and regional ISPs, DOTs/Intelligent Transportation Systems, and engineering firms seeking rapid deployment, scalability, and managed security.

What is the typical profile of a Private Cloud Deployment customer?

A Private Cloud Deployment is ideal for Tier 1 operators with complex, multi-technology networks, require bespoke integration with legacy OSS/BSS, or need private/on-premises hosting and custom code development.

What features are exclusive to the Private Cloud Deployment option?

Features unique to the Private Cloud Deployment option include custom code development, multi-technology models (copper, HFC), unlimited user scaling, private cloud/on-prem deployment, full Data Warehouse replica access, and deep OSS/BSS custom integration projects. Please contact IQGeo to discuss your specific deployment requirements.

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