Advanced communications services provider, XO Communications (News - Alert) has reportedly been honored by the New Paradigm Resources Group, Inc. for its outstanding performance in the convergence of software and network infrastructure services and its innovative virtualized solutions offerings, including its software-as-a-service, XO Connect.

 

In July, XO Communications launched XO Connect, a multi-modal mass communication service for the commercial market.

 

NPRG has also recognized XO’s efforts to shift from the traditional telecommunications role to a solutions-centric one. NPRG is a strategic consulting and research firm catering to innovators within the communications industry.

 

Michael Toplisek, chief marketing officer for XO Business Services, said that the company aims to be a successful software and network infrastructure services manufacturer.

 

“With solutions such as XO Connect, XO is demonstrating its commitment to innovation and offering solutions that help businesses overcome real business challenges in the most cost-effective manner possible,” Toplisek said.

 

“XO Communications has not only pushed a 'services-oriented' culture within their ranks, but it has also recognized the opportunity presented by the trend towards virtualized services,” NRPG's Executive Vice President, Craig Claussen, said. “We're pleased to honor XO Communications with this award and recognize the company for its ingenuity and leadership in implementing new market strategies and technologies.”

 

A subsidiary of XO Holdings (News - Alert), Inc., XO Communications boasts a clientele comprising half of the Fortune 500 companies in more than 75 metropolitan markets across the United States.