Continuous Computing

Continuous Computing

Company type	Private
Industry	Telecommunications, Embedded systems
Founded	1998
Defunct	2011
Fate	Acquired by RadiSys
Headquarters	San Diego , United States
Products	Trillium software protocol stacks, Advanced Telecommunications Computing Architecture (ATCA) hardware modules, FlexTCA platforms, professional services
Number of employees	150 (clients served globally)
Parent	RadiSys (from 2011)

Continuous Computing was a privately owned tech firm headquartered in San Diego, established in 1998. The company focused on telecommunications systems by integrating telecom platforms with its proprietary Trillium software, which included protocol stacks designed for femtocells and 4G LTE networks. Its portfolio encompassed standalone Trillium software products, Advanced Telecommunications Computing Architecture (ATCA) hardware modules, and a range of professional services. The software suite supported LTE femtocell implementations (Home eNodeB), as well as pico and macro eNodeBs, alongside core network components such as the Evolved Packet Core (EPC), Mobility Management Entity (MME), Serving Gateway (SWG), and Evolved Packet Data Gateway (ePDG).

Continuous Computing is recognized as the pioneering vendor to deliver a comprehensive LTE infrastructure solution spanning from Home NodeB base stations through to the EPC.

History

In February 2003, Continuous Computing expanded by acquiring intellectual property, customer accounts, and personnel from Trillium Digital Systems, which was formerly part of Intel Corporation.

By July 2004, the company had established a significant software development center in Bangalore, India. The following year, in 2005, it further broadened its offerings through the acquisition of vital products and technology from UP Technologies Ltd., based in China.

In October 2007, Continuous Computing introduced its "FlexTCA" platforms aimed at addressing security and wireless core telecommunications sectors. Then, in February 2008, the company enhanced its Trillium 3G/4G wireless protocol software to comply with UMTS HSPA specifications outlined in 3GPP Release 7 standards, thereby improving data throughput and bandwidth capabilities for 3G networks.

That same month marked a strategic collaboration with picoChip Designs Ltd., focused on accelerating the development of on-premises mobile wireless base stations. This partnership provided a reference design that simplified femtocell product creation for Network Equipment Providers (NEPs).

February 2009 saw the launch of Continuous Computing’s “Solutions & Services” business unit, delivering tailored suites for wireless communications and deep packet inspection markets. By June of that year, the company partnered with Texas Instruments to offer comprehensive HSPA and LTE femtocell solutions targeting both enterprise and residential segments.

In July 2009, Continuous Computing introduced value-added services (VAS) designed to help NEPs expedite time-to-market for advanced wireless functionalities such as SMS, Caller ID, roaming capabilities, E911 emergency services, ringback tones, and email integration.

The company was acquired by RadiSys in May 2011 for $105 million through a combination of stock and cash. Post-acquisition, Continuous Computing’s CEO took on the CEO role at RadiSys, while RadiSys CEO Scott Grout joined Continuous Computing’s board of directors.

Products

In February 2003, Continuous Computing obtained the Trillium protocol software line from Intel. Network Equipment Providers (NEPs) utilize Trillium to develop network elements supporting Femtocell technology, LTE/3G Wireless systems, IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS), and Next Generation Network (NGN) Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) solutions.

The AdvancedTCA product suite offers packet-based architectures featuring redundancy and meets NEBS Level 3 standards. It complies with PICMG specifications and supports SAF interfaces.

FlexTCA platforms come pre-integrated with critical services software including SAF-compliant high availability middleware, switching software components, and the Trillium Protocol Integration toolkit.

Customers

Continuous Computing provided services to around 150 clients globally, delivering support for a range of solutions including Femtocells, Signaling Gateways, Radio Network Controllers, and Mobility Management Entities.