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January

Avaya Inc. (NYSE:AV), a leading global provider of business communications applications, systems and services, today said it plans to report fiscal first quarter 2006 results after the market close on Monday, January 23, 2006.Avaya Announces Fiscal First Quarter 2006 Reporting Date (09-Jan-2006)

Avaya Inc. (NYSE:AV), a global leader in business communications applications, systems and services, today announced it had honored six North America BusinessPartners for outstanding performance in key strategic marketsAvaya Honors Six Partner Companies for Top Performance (10-Jan-2006)

Avaya and Extreme Networks continue to demonstrate the advantages of convergence with a recent benchmark performance test.

Test Proves Extreme Networks Superior Support for Avaya IP Telephony

(11-Jan-2006)

Miercom, a leading network consultancy and product test center, has awarded the highest score ever recorded in its annual large-scale IP PBX shoot-out to Avaya, Inc. (NYSE:AV), a leading global provider of business communications applications, systems and services.Avaya Wins Miercom IP Telephony Competition for Second Consecutive Year (12-Jan-2006)

Rapid technology changes, increasing customer demands and the need to provide 24/7 customer service are driving companies to re-examine the way they do business.Avaya Inaugurates Innovation Award for Companies Using Intelligent Communications to Improve Business Processes (12-Jan-2006)

Avaya today announced it has made two new appointments to its UK management team to support Avaya’s continued growth and leadership position in IP telephony and business communication applications. Avaya Strengthens UK Management Team (16-Jan-2006)

Avaya announced that Jorge Blanco, the company’s vice president of Strategic Marketing, has been named a Young Global Leader 2006 by the Forum of Young Global Leaders, an affiliate of the World Economic Forum.World Economic Forum Names Avaya’s Jorge Blanco A Young Global Leader 2006 (17-Jan-2006)

Bluesocket announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.Bluesocket, Inc. Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (17-Jan-2006)

SimpliCTI Software Solutions, Inc. announced that its SimpliView Reporting solution is compliant with a mid-market multimedia contact center solution from Avaya.Contact Center Application from SimpliCTI Software Solutions, Inc. Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (18-Jan-2006)

Avaya reported income from continuing operations of $71 million or 15 cents per diluted share in the first fiscal quarter of 2006. Avaya Reports First Fiscal Quarter 2006 Results (23-Jan-2006)

Communications clutter is being cut out for IBM® Lotus® and IBM Workplace™ Collaboration Services users through three Avaya Intelligent Communications solutions, including the new Avaya Meeting Exchange® Groupware Edition, that enable workers to easily and instantaneously connect with customers and co-workers.Avaya Intelligent Communications Solutions Simplify and Speed Collaboration and Messaging for IBM Lotus Users (23-Jan-2006)

AT&T and Avaya announced a global strategic alliance to help businesses and government agencies manage the migration to voice over IP/IP telephony.

AT&T and Avaya Announce Global Strategic Alliance to Accelerate Business VoIP Migration

(24-Jan-2006)

Avaya and Juniper Networks announced joint standards-based solutions to deliver secure, reliable intelligent communications to distributed enterprises worldwide. Avaya, Juniper Networks Collaborate to Provide Secure, Reliable Intelligent Communications to Distributed Enterprises (25-Jan-2006)

Avaya announced that it will be at the SpeechTEK West 2006 exposition and conference to discuss how businesses can use IP-enabled speech technologies in a service oriented architecture (SOA) to deliver more intelligent communications across an organization. Avaya at SpeechTEK West to Spotlight IP-Enabled Speech Technologies For a Service Oriented Architecture (25-Jan-2006)

Avaya Moves Forward with SAP to Provide Intelligent Communications Software for Businesses (26-Jan-2006)

Traverse Networks announced that it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.Traverse Networks Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (30-Jan-2006)

Ginsburg Development Corp. selected an IP telephony solution from Avaya to reduce annual calling costs by 40 percent and improve operations. Community Developer Finds Blueprint to Reduce Annual Calling Costs by 40 Percent and Improve Operations With Avaya IP Telephony
(31-Jan-2006)

NBC Olympics selected an Avaya IP telephony solution to provide communication capabilities linking the International Broadcast Center and NBC’s Field Shop with sports venues in Torino, Italy, NBC Olympics headquarters in Stamford, Conn., and NBC Studios at 30 Rockefeller Center in New York. Avaya IP Telephony Solution Helps NBC Olympics Deliver Uninterrupted Coverage of the Torino Olympic Winter Games (31-Jan-2006)

February

Avaya Japan and services and Extreme Networks announced the strengthening of the two companies relationship in Japan through a series of joint marketing activities. Extreme Networks K.K. and Avaya Japan to Showcase IP Telephony Solutions through Series of Joint Events
(01-Feb-2006)

Avaya has taken IP Telephony to the skies, linking an F-15E fighter jet in flight with a remote government command center in California and a three-star general at the Pentagon via a multi-party, IP conference call.Avaya IP Telephony Takes Flight with U.S. Fighter Jet (08-Feb-2006)

Medical care providers are about to find out how Intelligent Communications provided by Avaya can help improve care quality and cut costs while making processes and interactions more efficient.

Avaya and DeveloperConnection Members Focus On Intelligent Communications Solutions for Healthcare at HIMSS® 2006

(09-Feb-2006)

Nokia announced a collaboration with Advanced Info Service (AIS) and Avaya to introduce the first phase of an Enterprise Fixed Mobile Convergence Solution.Nokia and Avaya Tie Up with Thailand’s AIS to Offer Industry-first Enterprise Fixed Mobile Convergence Solution for Greater Enterprise Productivity and Mobility (13-Feb-2006)

Avaya today announced it will extend its flagship IP telephony software, Avaya Communication Manager to the popular Nokia Series 80 smart phones, such as the Nokia 9300, Nokia 9300i and the Nokia 9500 Communicator. Avaya Extends Enterprise Mobility to Nokia S80 Series of Smart Phones at 3GSM World Congress (13-Feb-2006)

Five prestigious market leadership awards from Frost & Sullivan were given to Avaya, recognizing its expertise in enabling companies to use communications as a tool to gain competitive advantage.

Avaya Takes Top Honors in Multiple Market Awards

(14-Feb-2006)

Avaya announced that JPMorgan Chase has honored Avaya as the 2005 Supplier of the Year after achieving the highest score in a worldwide vendor assessment. JPMorgan Chase Ranks Avaya as 2005 Supplier of the Year (15-Feb-2006)

Avaya has been identified as the global market leader in Enterprise IP Telephony Port Shipments by Synergy Research Group's Enterprise VoIP Equipment Report for 4Q 2005. Avaya Leads Global Enterprise IP Telephony for the Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2005 (15-Feb-2006)

Avaya strengthened its global market leadership in Enterprise Telephony according to Dell 'Oro Group's IP Telephony Enterprise Report, 4Q05, finishing ahead of competitors in the fourth quarter of 2005 and capturing market leadership for the full year. Avaya Leads Global Enterprise Telephony Market for 2005 (16-Feb-2006)

Sabio announcement regarding a £1.8 million contract to implement a multimedia IP contact centre for Leeds City Council, using Avaya Interaction Center on the Avaya Communication Manager IP telephony platform.Leeds City Council Selects Sabio to Design, Implement and Support Major Multimedia IP Contact Centre Solution (16-Feb-2006)

VOXCOM selected Avaya MultiVantage™ Communications Applications portfolio for greater communications reliability and efficiency in handling emergency response procedures for customers. Avaya Canada Speeds Communications for VOXCOM Security Systems (20-Feb-2006)

Avaya and its technology alliance companies IBM, HP, SAP, Juniper, Nokia and Extreme Networks announced a collaboration to form the first ever virtual summit dedicated to connecting business communications applications with people, information and networks. Avaya Presents First Ever Global Virtual Technology Summit on Intelligent Business Communications (22-Feb-2006)

Avaya launched the "Call Center Gol de Placa" campaign for medium-sized businesses throughout Brazil. Avaya Launches New Contact Center Campaign Targeting the Mid-Market (22-Feb-2006)

Avaya has been named the leader in U.S. Enterprise Telephony for the fourth quarter of 2005 according to InfoTech's InfoTrack for Enterprise Communications, Fourth Quarter 2005 Report. Avaya Leads U.S. Enterprise Telephony Market for the Fourth Quarter of 2005 (24-Feb-2006)

Avaya and Samsung Electronics announced a strategic alliance to collaborate on the joint development and marketing of Internet protocol (IP) communications solutions to businesses globally. Avaya and Samsung Electronics Form Strategic Alliance to Jointly Deliver Enterprise IP Telephony Solutions (28-Feb-2006)

March

Avaya chairman and chief executive officer Don Peterson will use his keynote address at VoiceCon 2006 to discuss how the possibilities enabled by IP telephony and Intelligent Communications applications can help businesses establish a competitive advantage. Avaya’s Chairman To Outline Rewards Companies Will Reap By Linking Intelligent Communications to Business Processes (01-Mar-2006)

Significant market share, a strong portfolio, and experience in the contact center market are strengths that positioned Avaya in the leaders quadrant in the Gartner Inc. 2006 Magic Quadrant Report on North America contact center infrastructure. Avaya Placed in Leaders Quadrant for North America Contact Center Infrastructure (01-Mar-2006)

Software developers will benefit from today’s launch of new support tools that help them write Avaya-compatible software applications. Avaya DeveloperConnection program passes new milestone by adding 2,000th company.Avaya Launches New Support Tools for Software Developers (02-Mar-2006)

Avaya commissioned a survey with members of the Institute of Directors (IoD) looking into the habits of home and flexible working. It includes Avaya's Communiquette - top ten tips for employers and employees to get the most out of flexible working.Leading Directors Set Standards for Flexible Working in the UK (02-Mar-2006)

Avaya is cutting through the complexity of communications with intelligent access to the right applications at the right time, using the right device for the job. Avaya one-X endpoints and interface applications empower individuals with Avaya Intelligent Communications, providing a consistent user experience that is uniquely Avaya. Avaya one-X Solutions Deliver Intelligent Access to Intelligent Communications (06-Mar-2006)

Avaya is making it easier for small businesses and small branches of enterprises to migrate to Internet Protocol (IP) telephony. Avaya one-X™ Quick Edition is an innovative Session Initiation Protocol (SIP)-based peer-to-peer solution that is simple to set up and use. Avaya one-X Quick Edition Brings Intelligent IP Communications to Very Small Businesses and Small Branches of Enterprises (06-Mar-2006)

Avaya launched new versions of its industry-leading IP telephony, messaging and contact center software. The software helps businesses benefit from a more reliable, open enterprise communications foundation supporting enhanced employee and customer communications. Avaya IP and SIP-Powered Solutions Accelerate Enterprise Evolution to Intelligent, Open Communications (06-Mar-2006)

Converged networks pose significant challenges for enterprises due to multiple standards, software applications and devices. Avaya is helping companies resolve these challenges using SOA and SIP to tap the full potential of presence-based applications.Avaya SOA and SIP-based Solutions Integrate Intelligent Communications Throughout Enterprises (06-Mar-2006)

Avaya is expanding its professional services offerings to help companies design, implement, support and optimize advanced communications solutions. A new Software and Custom Application Practice addresses the market movement toward Services Oriented Architecture SOA. Avaya Expands Consulting and Systems Integration Services to Help Businesses Gain the Benefits of Intelligent Communications (06-Mar-2006)

Avaya Microsoft Corp. announced the intent to develop open standards, SIP-based interoperability between Avaya MultiVantage® Communications Applications and Microsoft Office Communicator. Avaya and Microsoft Announce Intent to Expand their Strategic Relationship to Integrate Business Communications Solutions (07-Mar-2006)

Avaya Chairman and CEO Don Peterson told executives and IT professionals at VoiceCon that the next wave is about to break as Internet Protocol telephony matures, communications services break apart and the user experience comes together. Avaya CEO Tells IT Professionals: Technology Transformation and Opportunity Escalating (08-Mar-2006)

Avaya won the Best In VoiceCon® Award for Avaya one-X Quick Edition, an innovative IP telephony solution for very small businesses and small branches of enterprises. Avaya Wins Best in VoiceCon Award for Avaya one-X Quick Edition (09-Mar-2006)

Avaya unveiled the next step in a multi channel programme designed to provide its customers with partners certified to support pan-country IP telephony implementations. Avaya has 'Passport' for Multi Channel Business Partner Strategy to Deliver Consistent International Customer IP Implementations (09-Mar-2006)

Avaya is ready to begin installation of the FIFA World Cup network in Cologne and Hamburg to prepare for FIFA integration testing scheduled for early April. Largest Converged Communications Network for World's Largest Sporting Event is Set for Kickoff (09-Mar-2006)

Avaya and Westcon, a specialty distributor of networking technology and a corporate division of the multi-national Westcon Group, Inc., are expanding their distribution partnership to Germany.Avaya and Westcon Announce First Distributor Agreement for Integral Product Portfolio (09-Mar-2006)

Avaya selected Frankfurt, Germany for a new Global Centre of Excellence dedicated to product and solution development, furthering its commitment to the European market. Avaya Tenovis will now be known in Germany as Avaya. Avaya Selects Germany for New Centre of Excellence (09-Mar-2006)

Avaya announced that it has been named as the leader in the U.K. enterprise IP telephony market in the fourth quarter of 2005, according to a recent report by industry analyst firm Synergy Research Group.Avaya Takes Top Spot in UK IP Telephony Market in Fourth Quarter of 2005 (15-Mar-2006)

NetLert Communications announced that it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.NetLert Communications Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (28-Mar-2006)

For the second time this year, IP telephony solutions from Avaya were rated in first place in the industry's most demanding IP PBX competition by Miercom.

Avaya IP Telephony Solutions for Small to Medium Businesses Win "Best in Test" from Miercom, Industry's Most Demanding Competition

(28-Mar-2006)

Inova Solutions announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.Inova Solutions Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (28-Mar-2006)

CounterPath Solutions announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.CounterPath Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (29-Mar-2006)

April

The University of Macau (UM) has successfully deployed an Avaya IP telephony solution to meet an increasing demand for a campus-wide communications service. This new system has enabled new communications features such as voicemail and "Meet-me" conferencing and is a scalable platform for future expansion. University of Macau Deploys Avaya IP Telephony Solution to Enhance Communications and Collaboration (03-Apr-2006)

VARBusiness Names Avaya Vice President Ken Archer To Elite Group of Top 100 Channel Executives and Awards Avaya '5-Star Partner Program Guide' HonorVARBusiness Names Avaya Vice President Ken Archer To Elite Group of Top 100 Channel Executives and Awards Avaya '5-Star Partner Program Guide' Honor (03-Apr-2006)

Ardence Inc., a leading developer of on-demand software platforms, today has been selected for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program. Ardence is the developer of the Ardence Software-Streaming Platform, which virtualizes operating systems and applications and streams them on-demand from networked storage.Ardence Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (03-Apr-2006)

Netcordia, a leading provider of network analysis tools, has been selected for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program. Netcordia is the developer of NetMRI, a network analysis appliance that scans a complete network infrastructure, analyzes the health of all the key systems-level areas, prevents problems and provides improvement. Netcordia Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (04-Apr-2006)

Family Service Agency of San Francisco is using an IP telephony communication system from Avaya to improve operations and better fulfill its mission to help individuals and strengthen families by providing effective and innovative social services that improve the quality of life for all San Franciscans.Family Service Agency of San Francisco Relies on Avaya IP Telephony Solution for Small, Medium Businesses to Serve Clients in Need (04-Apr-2006)

Avaya announced that at 5:00 p.m. on April 3, 2006, $13,205,000 principal amount at maturity of the Company's 11-1/8% Senior Secured Notes due 2009Avaya Announces Completion of Redemption of 11-1/8% Senior Secured Notes Due 2009 for $14.7 Million (04-Apr-2006)

TCI announced that its Synapse 911 solution is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya.

TCI's Synapse Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(06-Apr-2006)

Tello Corporation announced that its Tello Enterprise application is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya. Tello Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (06-Apr-2006)

Avaya has been placed in the Leaders' Quadrant of the Contact Center Infrastructure Magic Quadrant, EMEA, 2006, according to a report authored by Terry Wright, Steve Blood, and Bern Elliot of research and advisory firm, Gartner Inc.Avaya Placed in Leaders' Quadrant for EMEA Contact Center Infrastructure (07-Apr-2006)

Foundry Networks announced that its FastIron SuperX and FastIron Edge product families are compliant with IP telephony solutions from Avaya.

Foundry Networks FastIron Switches Pass Rigorous Avaya Compliance Test

(10-Apr-2006)

Virtual Hold Technology has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.Virtual Hold Technology Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (11-Apr-2006)

Mvox Technologies announced that its MV900 and MV100 portable USB/Bluetooth speakerphones have earned Avaya DeveloperConnection compliance by passing stringent testing requirements for full interoperability with Avaya IP telephony solutions. Mvox Solutions Rated "Avaya Compliant" Through Avaya DeveloperConnection (11-Apr-2006)

Avaya plans to report fiscal second quarter 2006 results after the market close on Wednesday, April 26, 2006.

Avaya Announces Fiscal Second Quarter 2006 Reporting Date

(12-Apr-2006)

Resource Software International Ltd. (RSI) announced three of its applications for contact centers and systems administration are now compliant with Avaya IP Office solutions from Avaya. Three RSI Solutions Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (13-Apr-2006)

Telrex announced its CallRex Professional version 3.1 and CallRex Express call recording software are compatible with IP telephony solutions from Avaya. Telrex Call Recording Software Now Rated Avaya Compliant (18-Apr-2006)

When Ysrael A. Seinuk, P.C. (YAS) decided to upgrade its communications system to link offices in New York and New Jersey, the company selected IP telephony solution from Avaya.

Award-winning Engineering and Design Firm Continues Building a Foundation of Satisfied Clients with Avaya IP Telephony

(19-Apr-2006)

TASKE Technology announced that its call center management solution — TASKE Contact — is compliant with IP telephony solutions from Avaya.

TASKE Technology Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(19-Apr-2006)

Avaya chairman and CEO Don Peterson and Gordon Stitt, CEO of Extreme Networks, will comprise an exclusive CEO Panel Keynote on May at Interop 2006, hosted by Johna Till Johnson, president and senior founding partner of Nemertes Inc..Avaya Transforms Businesses with Intelligent Communications at Interop 2006 (20-Apr-2006)

FCC Chairman Kevin J. Martin has called for communications systems that are capable of rapid deployment and/or restoration and use of multiple, flexible technologies in a truly mobile infrastructure. Avaya responded to this call with its new Mobile Communication System (MCS) specifically designed for use in mobile or temporary locations.

Avaya's New Mobile Emergency Communication Units Help Close Critical Disaster Gap for Businesses and Public Sector

(24-Apr-2006)

Development partners are broadening the value of the new Avaya Mobile Communication System (MCS) by providing compatibility-tested components and options to organizations who need secure, mobile communications for emergency response, business continuity or short-term events. Development Partners Broaden the Value of New Avaya Mobile Emergency Communication Solution (24-Apr-2006)

When Lifestyle Center of America needed to improve the service it delivers to clients with Type 2 diabetes, the most common form of the condition, the company turned to an IP telephony solution from Avaya.Avaya IP Telephony Solution for Small, Medium Businesses Helps Nonprofit Health Center Improve Service It Delivers to People With Diabetes (24-Apr-2006)

Chongqing Zongshen Motorcycle Group is using an IP telephony solution from Avaya to connect its headquarters with its 49 branches across the country. China's Leading Motorcycle Company Deploys Avaya IP Telephony to Improve Efficiency of Nationwide Operations (25-Apr-2006)

Jacada announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program. Jacada Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (25-Apr-2006)

Avaya reported income from continuing operations of $38 million or eight cents per diluted share in the second fiscal quarter of 2006. Avaya Reports Second Fiscal Quarter 2006 Results (26-Apr-2006)

Hitachi Cable, Ltd.(TSE:5812), today announced that its SIP-based WirelessIP5000 telephone handset is compliant with Avaya's Voice over IP Solution, the Avaya S8300 Media Server and the Avaya SIP Enablement Services (SES) Server R3.0.Hitachi Cable WirelessIP5000 SIP Phones are Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (27-Apr-2006)

Avaya appoints Carlos Sartorius, president, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).Avaya Appoints Carlos Sartorius President of Europe, Middle East and Africa (27-Apr-2006)

May

In a Network Computing lab test of IP telephony contact center solutions, a contact center from Avaya won the publication's "Well-Connected Award" as well as the "Editor's Choice" award for the best mix of features, integration with existing systems and reasonable price.Avaya Wins Two Awards from Network Computing Magazine For IP Telephony Contact Center Solution (01-May-2006)

Onvoy Inc., a Minneapolis-based telecommunications company, announced it has been selected by Avaya to join its DeveloperConnection program. Janice Aune, Mike Thurk, trunkingOnvoy Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (01-May-2006)

CyberPath announced that its POE 4408 eight-port and POE4424 24-port switches are compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya. CyberPath Inc. Solutions Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (01-May-2006)

Sipera Systems announced that its comprehensive IP communications security product is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya.

Sipera Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(02-May-2006)

At Interop 2006 Avaya launched new intelligent communications and services for mid-sized businesses with the addition of three new solutions to the company's portfolio.Avaya Launches New Intelligent Communications Solutions and Services for Mid-Sized Business (02-May-2006)

At Interop 2006 Avaya announced that Avaya On Demand provides businesses with turnkey access to intelligent communications as a service. Avaya On Demand Delivers Intelligent Communications
as a Service (02-May-2006)

At Interop 2006 Avaya introduced MultiVantage® Express, a unique, "all-in-one" solution that brings greater mobility and intelligent communications to mid-size businesses.Avaya Introduces MultiVantage® Express "All-in-One" Communications Solution for Mid-Size Businesses (02-May-2006)

Mid-sized businesses ready step up to higher levels of functionality and scalability with IP telephony now have an easier and more cost-effective path with a new Avaya Media Server, unveiling today at Interop 2006 in Las Vegas. Avaya Offers Mid-Sized Businesses a New, Easy Migration Path to IP Telephony (02-May-2006)

Avaya has been rigorously testing the 2006 FIFA World Cup network's configuration, reliability and security with excellent results.Avaya Completes Key Phase of Testing to Ensure 99.99% Reliability of Converged Communications Network for 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™ (04-May-2006)

Avaya announced that its board of directors has amended the company's Corporate Governance Guidelines to implement a majority voting policy in director elections. Avaya Implements Majority Voting Policy for Director Elections (11-May-2006)

Roger Gaston has been appointed senior vice president, Human Resources for Avaya. Avaya Appoints Roger Gaston Senior Vice President Human Resources (16-May-2006)

To transform its operations and upgrade crucial aspects of its emergency patient care, communication, business and medical applications, the Angleton Danbury Medical Center (ADMC) is benefiting from a converged network and Internet protocol (IP) telephony solution from Extreme Networks and Avaya.

Medical Center Implements Converged Data and Voice Solution from Extreme Networks and Avaya

(17-May-2006)

In the first quarter of 2006, Avaya extended its lead in global Enterprise IP Telephony Port Shipments and global Enterprise IP Telephony Revenue, leading both measurements for the tenth consecutive quarter, according to Synergy Research Group’s 1Q 2006 Enterprise Voice Market Shares Report.

Avaya Extends Lead in Global Enterprise IP Telephony Ports and Global IP Telephony Revenue for First Quarter of 2006

(17-May-2006)

Konftel AB announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.Konftel AB Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (17-May-2006)

Avaya has been selected for two 2006 Frost & Sullivan Market Leadership Awards in North America, leading in the categories of Enterprise Telephony, which encompasses both IP and traditional telephony, and Automatic Call Distribution for contact centers.

Avaya Receives Two Frost & Sullivan Market Leadership Awards

(18-May-2006)

Avaya has been recognized with the 2006 Frost & Sullivan Growth Strategy Leadership Award in North America for Avaya one-X Quick Edition. Avaya Receives Growth Strategy Leadership Award for Innovative Peer-to-Peer Solution (18-May-2006)

Avaya finished 5.5 points ahead of the nearest competitor in global Enterprise Telephony market share for the first quarter, according to Dell 'Oro Group's IP Telephony Enterprise Report, 1Q06. Avaya Increases Lead in Global Enterprise Telephony Market (18-May-2006)

ABC TV's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" kicked off this week with a program about a family of eight that now has a communication system from Avaya in their new 3,500-square-foot house.ABC TV's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Calls On Avaya To Help Family Stay Connected (18-May-2006)

Kimberly-Clark has selected Avaya as its provider of global telephony applications and communications network services. Kimberly-Clark Selects Avaya as Global Partner for Communication Network Services (22-May-2006)

With 64 matches over 31 days, mobility will be critical to maximize productivity and efficiency for the journalists, FIFA employees and volunteers at the World Cup, the world's largest sporting event. Avaya is building a converged communication network that will enable the estimated 15,000 media covering the tournament, to provide the most up-to-date information and images to fans, giving those in attendance and at home the closest to real-time FIFA World Cup experience to date. Converged Communication Network from Avaya to Change the Way People Experience the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™ (23-May-2006)

Avaya has been named one of 10 companies selected to participate in a $4 billion U.S. Army project that will overhaul voice and data communications infrastructures of U.S. Army bases worldwide.Avaya Awarded Contract in $4 Billion Global U.S. Army Base Communications Upgrade Project (24-May-2006)

Avaya is the Official Convergence Communication provider for the FIFA World Cup 2006™, which is the largest sporting event on the planet. Avaya Developer Community Brings New Capabilities to Sporting World's Largest Voice and Data Network (30-May-2006)

Avaya announced that it has been selected by Vanguard for IP telephony networking, applications and more than 18,000 IP endpoints around the world. Avaya Selected by Leading Investment Management Firm for Global IP Telephony Network (31-May-2006)

June

Citel, The VoIP Migration Company™, announced its SIP Handset Gateway is compliant with key Internet protocol (IP) telephony solutions from Avaya.Citel SIP Handset Gateway Solution Now Rated “Avaya Compliant” (01-Jun-2006)

Avaya said it reached a tentative national agreement on a 3-year contract with the Communications Workers of America (CWA) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).

Avaya Reaches Tentative National Agreement with CWA and IBEW

(02-Jun-2006)

Avaya and Extreme Networks Inc. are making it easier for businesses to deploy, configure and secure Internet Protocol (IP) phones, switches and other intelligent communication devices used on IP networks by extending support of open standards to network endpoints. Avaya and Extreme Networks Offer Enterprises New Capabilities to Securely Manage and Automatically Configure IP Communication Devices (02-Jun-2006)

@Comm Corporation, a leading manufacturer of telecom management systems and services, announced that its CommView(R) and CommView(R) Web call accounting applications are compliant with key Internet protocol (IP) telephony solutions from Avaya. @Comm Corporation Solutions Now Rated 'Avaya Compliant'
(05-Jun-2006)

The Office Furniture Partnership chose an IP telephony communication solution from Avaya to keep pace with the Partnership’s growing client base and plans to expand worldwide.The Office Furniture Partnership Designs Plan for Business Growth With Avaya IP Telephony Solution for Small, Medium Businesses (05-Jun-2006)

Frost & Sullivan ranks Avaya as the leader in IP contact centers for enterprises in Latin America. Global Consulting Company Names Avaya Number One Supplier of IP Contact Centers to Businesses in Latin America (06-Jun-2006)

Avaya unveiled the new Avaya one-X™ Deskphone Edition, the next generation of Internet protocol (IP) phones that deliver unparalleled simplicity and faster access to a vast array of advanced applications, transforming the way people think about, use and hear voice communications.New Avaya one-X IP Phones Transform Enterprise Communications Through Enhanced User Experiences (08-Jun-2006)

When the ball is kicked at the opening match of the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™, the largest voice and data network ever - designed and managed by Avaya – goes into full operation.

World's Largest Sports Event, 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™, to Kick Off with Champion Converged Communications Network from Avaya

(08-Jun-2006)

Members of the Avaya DeveloperConnection program are bringing to life applications for the new Avaya one-X™ Deskphone Edition IP Phones.Development Partners Introduce New Generation of Applications for Avaya one-X Deskphone Edition IP Phones (08-Jun-2006)

Avaya has been named the leader in U.S. Enterprise Telephony for the first quarter of 2006 according to InfoTech’s InfoTrack for Enterprise Communications, First Quarter 2006 Report. This is third consecutive quarter Avaya has been named the leader in this measure.

Avaya Leads U.S. Enterprise Telephony Market for the First Quarter of 2006

(09-Jun-2006)

Avaya will demonstrate intelligent communications solutions integrated with Microsoft applications during the Microsoft Tech-Ed 2006 conference scheduled for June 11-16 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Avaya to Showcase the Business Benefits of Intelligent Communications during Microsoft Tech-Ed 2006 (12-Jun-2006)

Network activity peaks as the millions volunteers, players, organizers, journalists and spectators converge on the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany. Avaya Global Services in the FIFA IT Command Center in Munich, Germany and the Avaya Network Operations Center in Coppell, Texas ensure optimal functionality, maximum uptime and no security breaches.

Avaya Managed Services Powers Peak Performance for 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany Network™

(12-Jun-2006)

Verint Systems Inc., a leading provider of analytic software-based solutions for communications interception, networked video security and enterprise business intelligence, announced that its ULTRA suite of contact center actionable intelligence solutions is the first to be successfully compliance tested with Proactive Contact 3.0 from Avaya.Verint System’s ULTRA Suite Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (13-Jun-2006)

Avaya reaffirmed its commitment to the education sector with the signing of a Collaboration Agreement with Temasek Polytechnic (TP). As part of the agreement, TP has also become an Innovator Partner member of the Avaya DeveloperConnection Program. Temasek Polytechnic Gains Innovator Status in Avayas DeveloperConnection Program (14-Jun-2006)

Navigating the U.S. Air Force military healthcare system is getting easier with intelligent communications solutions from Avaya implemented in 26 Air Force hospitals around the globe through the Telecommunications Modernization (TELMOD) initiative.

Avaya Intelligent Communications Improve Patient Access to Services at 26 U.S. Air Force Hospitals

(14-Jun-2006)

Witness Systems announced that Impact 360™, its comprehensive workforce optimization solution, is compliant with key IP telephony and contact center solutions from Avaya.Witness Systems Impact 360 Workforce Optimization
Solution Rated Avaya Compliant (15-Jun-2006)

Eight Avaya customers have been named by the IDG's Computerworld Honors Program as Laureates for projects that have used communications technology to benefit society. Eight Avaya Customers Recognized as Computerworld Honors Program Laureates for IP Telephony Communications Projects (20-Jun-2006)

Avaya announced that Extreme Networks is providing advanced network monitoring and performance management to support the converged communication network that Avaya is supplying for the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany. Avaya Scores High Reliability Goal for 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™ Converged Network with Extreme Networks Premier Services Program (20-Jun-2006)

Avaya expanded its South African operations with new members to a team focused on adding value to leading BusinessPartners and delivering the benefits of Intelligent Communications to new and existing enterprise customers. Avaya Enhances South African Operation with New Team (21-Jun-2006)

Avaya BusinessPartner NSC managed a new roll-over of all carrier services from the existing PBX to an Avaya system for Premier Cabs, a leading taxi enterprise in Sydney.

Avaya and NSC Help Keep Premier Cabs Motoring Along

(21-Jun-2006)

In a survey of nearly 1,000 decision-makers attending recent regional road shows, Avaya learned that 71 percent are ready to deploy IP telephony solutions, including 55 percent who already have converged voice and data networks in place.IP Telephony Now a Top Priority for Businesses in Middle East and North Africa (22-Jun-2006)

Avaya and Dalian Municipal Government Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Call Center Initiative (22-Jun-2006)

Avaya and Onyx Software Corporation announced that the companies will integrate their respective products for the contact center market in Japan to enable enterprises to build strategic contact centers quickly and cost-effectively.

Avaya and Onyx Software Announce Collaboration in Japan to Integrate Avaya's Telephony and Onyx's CRM Solutions

(27-Jun-2006)

The converged network from Avaya, an official partner of the 2006 FIFA World Cup, achieved a communication network that's free of errors, and thoroughly prepared for the final phase of the biggest sports event in the world.

Avaya Voice and Data Network Built for 2006 FIFA World Cup™ Stadiums Throughout Germany Scores High at Halftime

(30-Jun-2006)

July

Avaya and Redstone Converged Solutions are working with the University of Gloucestershire to implement a converged communication network across its four campuses located in Cheltenham and Gloucester. University of Gloucestershire Storms to Top of Class with IP Telephony (03-Jul-2006)

Avaya is auctioning a giant leather soccer ball signed by celebrities from the sporting world to raise money for the "6 Villages for 2006" charity campaign set up by SOS Children's Villages and FIFA on the occasion of the 2006 FIFA World Cup.

Sold to the highest bidder! … Avaya Starts Auction of Giant Soccer Ball for "6 Villages for 2006" As Part of FIFA World Cup™ Activities

(03-Jul-2006)

ING México selected an Intelligent Communications solution from Avaya to enhance customer service by connecting customers to the right agent and at the right time.ING Comercial América Uses Avaya Technology to Improve Service to 220,000 Customer Calls a Month (05-Jul-2006)

SAI, a leading developer of call accounting software solutions, announced that its Sierra Gold Virtual Telemanagement System (VTS) is compliant with Avaya Communications Manager 3.1, an industry-leading IP telephony application. SAI Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (06-Jul-2006)

HigherGround, Inc., a software developer of call recording, data collection and business intelligence tools, announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.

HigherGround, Inc. Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program

(11-Jul-2006)

SyncVoice Communications, a leading provider of unified management solutions for hybrid communications, announced that its VXTracker solution is compliant with key Internet protocol (IP) telephony solutions from Avaya.SyncVoice Communications VoIP Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant'' (11-Jul-2006)

It was a major communications event to match the stature of the world's largest sporting event. The converged network built for 2006 FIFA World Cup from Avaya handled an astounding amount of voice and data traffic and achieved 99.999% availability without a single major outage and free of errors.

At the Final, It's A Perfect Score: Avaya Voice and Data Network Built for 2006 FIFA World Cup™ in Stadiums Throughout Germany Achieves Championship Performance with 99.999% Availability

(12-Jul-2006)

The Public Technology Institute is using IP solutions from Avaya and Juniper Networks for secure, high quality voice, data and converged communications.Public Technology Institute Connects Distributed Workforce with IP Telephony Solution from Avaya and Juniper Networks (12-Jul-2006)

Avaya plans to report fiscal third quarter 2006 results after the market close on Monday, July 24, 2006.Avaya Announces Fiscal Third Quarter 2006 Reporting Date (12-Jul-2006)

Qfiniti Enterprise suite of solutions for recording, monitoring and analyzing calls and desktop events from etalk, a leading provider of contact center call recording and speech analytics software and services, is compliant with Avaya Communication Manager 3.0.1, an industry-leading IP telephony platform. etalk Solution Now Rated “Avaya Compliant” (12-Jul-2006)

The Football Association of Singapore (FAS) will install a cutting edge communications system from Avaya that will make it the communications poster boy for football associations in the region. Football Association of Singapore (FAS) Scores High Tech Goal with Avaya’s Intelligent Communications Solutions (12-Jul-2006)

The Avaya one-X™Mobile Edition won a special award for the application software category at INTEROP TOKYO 2006.

Avaya one-X™ Mobile Edition Wins Special Award at INTEROP TOKYO 2006

(13-Jul-2006)

Avaya’s charity auction of a giant soccer ball signed by soccer celebrities such as Jürgen Klinsmann and various players in the German team as well as other sports stars like Boris Becker and German swimming champion Franziska van Almsick, was Pearl, a mail-order company based in Buggingen, South Germany that sells computer accessories and software. Avaya Supports FIFA’s "6 Villages for 2006" Charity Project with Auction Proceeds (13-Jul-2006)

TeleData Technology Inc., a provider of integrated telephony solutions, today announced that its T3 Platform for multivendor networks is compliant with Avaya Communications Manager 3.1 and that it has been selected for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program. TeleData Technology Inc. Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"
(13-Jul-2006)

Virtual Hold Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (18-Jul-2006)

Despite more than five million unique firewall events that occurred each day --including 128,000 that made it past the network firewalls-- not a single security-related or application outage occurred from May 15 to July 9, on the world’s largest converged communication network built by Avaya. 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™ Converged Communication Network Scores by Withstanding Two Months of Relentless Hacker Attacks yet still Reaches Goal Line Free of Penalties for Security or Application Outages (19-Jul-2006)

Zeacom ContactCenter Solution Rated "Avaya Compliant" (19-Jul-2006)

Onvoy, a leading telecommunication solutions provider, announced that its suite of Converged IP Services is compliant with Avaya Communication Manager 3.1 IP telephony software and Avaya SIP Enablement Services 3.0, as well as with Avaya media servers, gateways and phones. Onvoy Converged IP Services Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"
(20-Jul-2006)

Covergence Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (24-Jul-2006)

Avaya reported net income of $44 million or 10 cents per diluted share in the third fiscal quarter of 2006.Avaya Reports Third Fiscal Quarter 2006 Results
(24-Jul-2006)

Frank J. Fanzilli was elected to the Board of Directors of Avaya.Frank J. Fanzilli Elected to Avaya Board of Directors (24-Jul-2006)

Avaya announced the company’s Board of Directors appointed Louis J. D’Ambrosio President and Chief Executive Officer and Michael Thurk Chief Operating Officer. Avaya also announced that Donald K. Peterson, who will be stepping down as President and CEO, will remain Avaya's chairman of the board of directors through September 30, 2006. Avaya Elevates Veteran Executives (24-Jul-2006)

Visionael Corp., a leading developer of technology asset management software and services, announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program at the Innovator level. Visionael Selected for Membership In Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (25-Jul-2006)

Nu Skin Japan, a leading provider of personal care and nutrition products, has implemented an Avaya IP telephony solution at their Nagoya branch, which is Nu Skin Japan’s first shopping style store.

Nu Skin Japan’s First Store in Nagoya Trials Avaya IP Telephony Solution

(25-Jul-2006)

Attendees at SpeechTEK 2006 get a close look at how businesses can drive more intelligent communications using speech applications that tap the benefits of a service-oriented architecture (SOA).Avaya To Provide Automated Speech Applications for SpeechTEK 2006 (26-Jul-2006)

Avaya announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with GE’s Access Distribution, a value-added distributor of complex IT solutions.

Avaya Signs Deal with GE's Access Distribution To Broaden North American Sales Channels

(26-Jul-2006)

Newfound Communications Inc., a leading provider of VoiceXML and Voice over IP (VoIP) software solutions, announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program. Newfound Communications Inc. Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program
(27-Jul-2006)

Spirent Communications announced that its Abacus 5000 IP Telephony Test System is now compliant with the Avaya Communication Manager, the Avaya Converged Communication Server and Avaya IP Office. Spirent® Communications Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (27-Jul-2006)

University Hospitals in Leicester is using an IP telephony communication system from Avaya to ensure delivery of high quality health care to its patients.

Leicester Hospitals Look to Avaya IP Telephony to Help Deliver High Quality Health Care to Patients

(27-Jul-2006)

SonicWALL Inc. (Nasdaq: SNWL), a leading provider of integrated network security and productivity solutions, today announced that its PRO 4000 Series and TZ 170 Series Internet security appliances are compliant with Avaya Communication Manager 3.0.1 and IP Office 3.1.SonicWALL Internet Security Appliances Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (31-Jul-2006)

Lopez Income Tax Services turns to new IP telephony solution from Avaya to support its growing operations and accommodate seasonal peaks in its workforce.Award-Winning Tax Preparation Firm Uses Avaya IP Telephony to Manage Seasonal Doubling of Workforce (31-Jul-2006)

August

Resellers in North America who want to differentiate their ability to enable small and medium business (SMB) customers to migrate to IP telephony can earn a special "SMB Expert" designation from Avaya. Almost 60 resellers in North America have earned the designation including Unified TelData and Cross Telecom.Avaya "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" Designation Helps Resellers Differentiate Themselves with Customers (01-Aug-2006)

To prepare the county's emergency response infrastructure, Galveston County Emergency Communications District in Texas is implementing a new survivable IP telephony solution from Avaya. Hurricane-Prone Galveston County, Texas Uses Avaya IP Call Center Network to Respond to Critical 911 Calls (02-Aug-2006)

Avaya announced it has been positioned in the Leaders Quadrant of the Corporate Telephony Magic Quadrant in North America, 2006.Avaya Positioned in the Leaders Quadrant in 2006 North American Corporate Telephony Magic Quadrant (02-Aug-2006)

Spectrum Corporation, a leading global organization specializing in real-time analytics and reporting solutions, announced that its Ultra-Link™ software is compliant with key IP telephony and contact center solutions from Avaya.Spectrum Corporation Solution Now Rated “Avaya Compliant” (04-Aug-2006)

Avaya announced that Avaya MultiVantage Express, has been named a VARBusiness Best Midmarket Product of the Year by CMP Media’s VARBusiness magazine. Avaya MultiVantage™ Express Named One of the Best Midmarket Products of the Year by CMP's VARBusiness Magazine (07-Aug-2006)

Dr. Daniel C. Stanzione was re-elected on August 3, 2006 to the Board of Directors of Avaya Inc.Dr. Daniel Stanzione Re-Joins Avaya Board of Directors (07-Aug-2006)

Australia's leading provider of professional 24/7 telephone counselling services, Crisis Support Services Inc (CSS), recently upgraded its telephony to a new IP telephony system from Avaya.NSC Counsels The Crisis Support Services to Select A New Avaya Telephony System
(07-Aug-2006)

Cheshire County Council has chosen an advanced IP telephony system from Avaya to connect up to 600 sites across the council's 'Connected Cheshire' network, which provides broadband Internet services for Cheshire schools, libraries and offices.

Cheshire County Council Selects Leading-Edge IP Telephony Solution from Avaya

(08-Aug-2006)

Gsolutionz Inc. announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya. Gsolutionz Inc. Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction From Avaya (08-Aug-2006)

Joy Global (incorporating Joy Mining Machinery and P&H MinePro) a leader in the development, manufacture, distribution and service of both above and underground mining equipment recently selected communications integrator, NSC Enterprise Solutions Pty Ltd to design, deploy and maintain a new communications system from Avaya.

NSC Powers Up New Communications Solution for Joy Mining Machinery and P&H MinePro Services

(09-Aug-2006)

When Grupo Multimedios, a leading media company in Mexico, decided to centralize its customer care function and improve service to subscribers, it turned to an IP contact center solution from Avaya.

Avaya Contact Center Solutions Help Grupo Multimedios Increase Revenues

(09-Aug-2006)

Strategic Products and Services (SPS) announced today that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya.

SPS Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya

(11-Aug-2006)

Avaya says Western Australia (WA) is embracing IP telephony, with smart companies such as the West Coast Eagles, WA’s premier AFL football club, among a growing number of small to medium size enterprises making the transition from traditional telephone systemsWest Australian Businesses Embrace IP Telephony (14-Aug-2006)

Avatel Technologies, Inc. announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya. Avatel Technologies, Inc. Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya (14-Aug-2006)

For Sea World Nara Resort, Australia’s only theme park resort, announced the successful deployment of a new IP telephony system from Avaya incorporating Call Management Solution, Avaya S8500 media server and G650 media gateways.

Sea World Dives into IP Telephony with Avaya and NSC

(15-Aug-2006)

Multi-Tech Systems announced that its FaxFinder Fax Server Appliance is compliant with IP Office solutions for small and medium businesses from Avaya.Multi-Tech Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (15-Aug-2006)

Quintum Technologies announced that they have debuted a new enhanced Survivable version of its Tenor VoIP MultiPath Switch that has been compatibility tested by Avaya.Quintum® Debuts New Survivable "S" Versions of its Tenor® VoIP Switches and Gateways That Assure IP Telephony Network Survivability (15-Aug-2006)

Quintum Technologies, a leading a leading innovator in VoIP technologies, announced that its analog Tenor VoIP MultiPath Switches and Gateways are compliant with Avaya Communications Manager 3.1 and Avaya SIP Enablement Services 3.1.

Quintum’s Analog Tenor VoIP MultiPath Switches and Gateways for Branch Survivability Are Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(15-Aug-2006)

Vitro, a leading glass manufacturing company based in Monterrey, Mexico, has dramatically improved the communication capabilities of its offices throughout Mexico using an IP telephony solution from Avaya.Avaya IP Telephony Solution Helps Vitro Improve Communications for 7,000 Employees throughout Mexico (16-Aug-2006)

Extreme Networks and Avaya have successfully completed testing of Extreme Networks’ BlackDiamond® 12K switch with Avaya Communications Manager IP telephony software, Avaya Media Gateways and Avaya IP phones. Extreme Networks BlackDiamond 12804 Switch Validated with Avaya's Market-Leading IP Telephony Solutions (16-Aug-2006)

Work is nearing completion on the sophisticated telephone betting operation being established in Hobart for Betfair, the world's leading online betting exchange. The 60 seat contact centre, scheduled to go live in June 2006, is currently being deployed by NSC Enterprise Solutions and is based on the latest IP Telephony and contact centre technology from Avaya.

Avaya IP Telephony from NSC is No Gamble for Betfair

(17-Aug-2006)

Automated Answering Systems, Inc. announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya Inc.

Automated Answering Systems, Inc. Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya

(17-Aug-2006)

Sprint announced the availability of the Sprint Hosted Contact Center, powered by Avaya. Sprint Launches Hosted Contact Center Solution (18-Aug-2006)

Avaya announced significant enhancements to one-X™ Quick Edition, allowing more small office locations to connect to and benefit from intelligent IP communication solutions. Large distributed enterprises such as Waste Management Inc., and small independent businesses such as Trio Cafe are already benefiting from Quick Edition’s simple, cost effective approach to communications. Avaya Accelerates Intelligent Communications For Enterprise Branches and Small Offices (21-Aug-2006)

Avaya unveiled the new version of its Internet protocol (IP)-based teleworker solution, VPNremote® for IP Phones 2.0. with expanded open network interoperability, enabling more businesses to quickly and cost-effectively deploy headquarters-quality communications to their remote workforce. Avaya IP-based Teleworker Solution Expands with Open Network Support (21-Aug-2006)

Avaya introduced the new version of its Internet protocol (IP)-based multimedia contact center software, Avaya Interaction Center 7.1, featuring new capabilities that help customer service agents more effectively manage customer interactions. Avaya Simplifies Multimedia Customer Interaction
for Contact Center Agents (22-Aug-2006)

Verizon Business introduced new IP-based capabilities for its Contact Center Services and VoIP portfolio to help businesses enhance customer-service operations and leverage the benefits of VoIP.

Verizon Business Unveils Advanced IP-Based Services to Help Businesses Enhance Customer-Service Operations and Harness the Power of VoIP

(22-Aug-2006)

J.R. Simplot, a growing agribusiness with branch offices and manufacturing plants that span the globe, relies on Avaya Global Services to proactively detect and resolve issues that could affect its business operations. Avaya's Around-the-Clock, Remote Monitoring and Maintenance Helps Global Agribusiness Company J. R. Simplot Avoid Costly Network Outages (22-Aug-2006)

Avaya announced that the company has been identified as the North American market leader in interactive voice response (IVR) in a market study by Frost & Sullivan. Avaya Extends #1 Leadership in Voice Self-Service with Top Ranking in North America and New Awards from Speech Technology Magazine (23-Aug-2006)

AGN Networks introduced a new service that will provide small businesses and branch offices using Avaya one-X™ Quick Edition phones a quick and affordable way to route phone calls over an Internet connection with business-class security and reliability. AGN Networks Launches OnDemandSIP™ Trunking for Avaya one-X™ Quick Edition (23-Aug-2006)

Telstra and Avaya announced plans to bolster the penetration of IP telephony in Australia with Telstra Business Systems joining Avaya's BusinessPartner program at the Gold certification level. Telstra Awarded Gold Status by Avaya (29-Aug-2006)

September

In a three-phase plan, Avaya and National BusinessPartner NACR enabled the University of Texas at El Paso to maintain it's former system to support a building-by-building migration to IP Telephony by "front-ending" the Siemens Rolm system with Avaya Communication Manager and an Avaya Media Server.

The University of Texas at El Paso Takes the "Glory Road" to IP Telephony with Avaya and NACR

(06-Sep-2006)

Enabling Technologies Corp. announced that its Email Archiving for Modular Messaging application is compliant with key messaging solutions from Avaya.Enabling Technologies Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (07-Sep-2006)

Meru Networks announced that it is delivering wireless LAN solutions for a milestone deployment that will serve as a model for schools across the country. Meru is a member of Avaya's DeveloperConnection program.School District of Philadelphia Selects Meru Networks for Landmark All-Wireless 'School of the Future' Deployment (07-Sep-2006)

To support revitalization of New Orleans Avaya (NYSE:AV) is planning to hold its 2006 Global Sales and Partner Conference in New Orleans. Avaya is the first Fortune 500 Company to book an annual conference at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center since the hurricane.

New Orleans to Host 2006 Avaya Global Sales and Partner Conference

(07-Sep-2006)

Global Crossing announced it is introducing VoIP Professional Services, which will leverage an enhanced agreement with Avaya including technical services, transition management and managed solutions. The agreement also allows Global Crossing to resell Avaya's IP telephony applications, systems and services.

Global Crossing Launches VoIP Professional Services

(11-Sep-2006)

Technology Solutions Group Inc. announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya.

Technology Solutions Group Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya

(11-Sep-2006)

ClearOne, the worldwide leader in high-end audio conferencing solutions, today announced that the company's MAXAttach(TM) IP and MAX(TM) IP tabletop conference phone solutions are compliant with all Avaya SIP-based solutions, including the S8710 Media Server, G650 Media Gateway, SIP Enablement Server and 4600-series IP telephone handsets. ClearOne's SIP-Based Tabletop Conference Phones Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (13-Sep-2006)

AIM Technology, a leading provider of operational performance management software, announced that its AIM Performance solution is compliant with the Avaya Call Management System 13.1.AIM Technology Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (18-Sep-2006)

Witness Systems, a leading global provider of workforce optimization software and services, announced that its Impact 360™ Workforce Optimization solution is compliant with Avaya Proactive Contact 3.0.

Witness Systems Impact 360 Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(18-Sep-2006)

A progressive healthcare provider, a Florida school district, and a leading national law firm are among the organizations that are turning to the desk phone to help their workers simplify communications, increase productivity and overcome communications overload in today's busy, 'always on' world.

Conquering Communications Overload: More Businesses Turn to Next-Generation Desk Phones From Avaya to Simplify Communications

(18-Sep-2006)

Small businesses around the globe are able to use Intelligent Communications from Avaya to keep employees connected and better manage their operations with the newest release of Avaya IP office

Small and Medium Businesses Worldwide Improve Operations with Intelligent Communications from Avaya

(18-Sep-2006)

PAETEC Communications announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya.PAETEC Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya (19-Sep-2006)

Inova Solutions announced that Inova LightLink™ is compliant with key contact center solutions from Avaya.

Inova LightLink™ Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(19-Sep-2006)

Many financial services firms – including banking, securities and insurance companies – are turning to IP telephony and contact center applications from Avaya to help them succeed in an era of intelligent communications.Avaya Helps Financial Services Firms Use Intelligent Communications to Succeed in a Shifting Marketplace (20-Sep-2006)

Avaya and Digital China announced a distributor agreement to develop and market IP telephony and contact center solutions targeted at the growing mid-sized market in China.

Avaya and Digital China Collaborate to Target Mid-Market Segment In China

(22-Sep-2006)

TANDBERG announced its entire line of MXP video systems and MPS multipoint conferencing bridges is compliant with IP telephony solutions from Avaya.

TANDBERG Visual Communication Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(25-Sep-2006)

Avaya announced that its board elected Philip A. Odeen non-executive Chairman effective October 1, 2006.Philip Odeen Elected Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Avaya Inc. (26-Sep-2006)

Samsung Electronics and Avaya announced they completed interoperability testing and are ready to deliver integrated data, voice and security solutions, products and services targeted to mid-sized enterprises.

Samsung Electronics and Avaya Extend Intelligent Communications to Mid-Sized Businesses

(26-Sep-2006)

Pipkins announced it has been selected for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.

Pipkins Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program

(27-Sep-2006)

Dorado Software announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program.Dorado Software Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program
(27-Sep-2006)

Netcall announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program. Netcall Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (29-Sep-2006)

October

Avaya said Garry K. McGuire will retire as chief financial officer and senior vice president, corporate development, effective Dec. 31, 2006.

Garry McGuire to Retire as Avaya CFO

(03-Oct-2006)

BellSouth announced that it is has entered into an agreement with Avaya to resell Avaya IP telephony solutions to businesses.BellSouth and Avaya Team to Deliver IP Telephony to Businesses (03-Oct-2006)

Esnatech announced it has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program. Esnatech Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (05-Oct-2006)

NICE Systems and Avaya announced the expansion of their global relationship to encompass the distribution of workforce management software from IEX Corporation, a subsidiary of NICE.NICE and Avaya Extend Global Alliance to Deliver
The Market-Leading Workforce Management Solution from NICE Subsidiary IEX (10-Oct-2006)

Avaya has named the recipients of the Avaya BusinessPartner of the Year awards for North America at its Global Sales and Partner Conference. Avaya Names 2006 BusinessPartners of the Year for North America (11-Oct-2006)

Avaya said it plans to report fourth quarter and fiscal year 2006 results after the market close on Tuesday, October 24, 2006. Avaya Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2006 Reporting Date
(11-Oct-2006)

Today nearly 10.4 million U.S. businesses are owned by women, generating nearly $2 trillion a year in sales and representing one of the fastest-growing segments of the nation's economy. Westover Consulting Inc. and the Center for Women's Business Research are two women-run organizations using intelligent communication solutions from Avaya to power their operations. Intelligent Communications Solutions for Small and Medium Businesses from Avaya Help Women-Owned Businesses Achieve Breakthrough Performance (16-Oct-2006)

NetLert Communications Inc. announced that its N-Focus Plus 1.2 Web-based reporting software is compliant with key contact center solutions from Avaya. NetLert Communications Inc. Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (19-Oct-2006)

Covergence announced that its Eclipse™ Session Manager is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya.Covergence Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (23-Oct-2006)

Grupo REDE, one of Brazil's leading electricity providers, has improved the communication capabilities of its offices throughout Brazil using IP solutions from Avaya.

Grupo REDE Invests in Intelligent Communications Solutions from Avaya to Improve Customer Service

(23-Oct-2006)

Matrix Technologies announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya.

Matrix Technologies Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya

(23-Oct-2006)

Avaya has named Michael Singer as vice president for Federal sector sales. Avaya Names New Federal Government Sector Lead (23-Oct-2006)

Avaya reported net income of $48 million or 10 cents per diluted share for the fourth fiscal quarter of 2006.Avaya Reports Fourth Fiscal Quarter and Fiscal Year 2006 Results (24-Oct-2006)

Synectic Technologies announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya.Synectic Technologies Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya (26-Oct-2006)

Avaya and Juniper Networks announced plans to integrate Avaya's industry-leading IP voice gateway and intelligent communications applications with Juniper's new J4350 and J6350 J-series enterprise branch routers. Avaya and Juniper Networks Extend Strategic Alliance With Integrated Branch Networking Solutions
(30-Oct-2006)

AudioCodes announced that its MediaPack™ MP-11x and Mediant™ 1000 gateways are compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya. AudioCodes Media Gateways Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (31-Oct-2006)

Daycom Systems, Inc. announced that it has been named a Platinum BusinessPartner by Avaya.Daycom Systems Achieves Platinum Certification Status with Avaya (31-Oct-2006)

Avaya has been named "2006 Communications Company of the Year" by the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.Avaya Named "2006 Communications Company of the Year" by South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
(31-Oct-2006)

November

Avaya and Juniper Networks announced that Dan Schwartz Realty is leveraging best-in-class IP telephony and security solutions from Avaya and Juniper Networks to provide company-wide employee access to business-critical voice and data applications. Dan Schwartz Realty Dials Up Avaya and Juniper Networks For Secure, High-Performance VoIP (01-Nov-2006)

Vitro has dramatically improved the communication capabilities of its offices throughout Mexico using an IP telephony solution from Avaya.Avaya IP Telephony Solution Helps Vitro Improve Communications for 7,000 Employees throughout Mexico (01-Nov-2006)

Carrier Access Corporation announced that its Adit® 3104 IP Business Gateway is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya.

Carrier Access Adit® 3104 IP Business Gateway Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(02-Nov-2006)

Avaya announced that Louis J. D'Ambrosio and Michael C. Thurk were elected to its board of directors, effective Nov. 2, 2006.Louis J. D'Ambrosio and Michael C. Thurk Elected to Avaya's Board of Directors (03-Nov-2006)

Altura Communication Solutions announced that it has achieved "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" distinction from Avaya. Altura Communication Solutions Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya (06-Nov-2006)

Esnatech announced that its Telephony Office-LinX platform is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya.

Esnatech Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant"

(08-Nov-2006)

Avaya announced that Ken Kaisen, vice president of Consulting and Systems Integration for Avaya Global Services, CSI, will present as speaker at The Technology Professional Services Association (TPSA) Summit, November 12-14 in Washington, D.C.

Avaya Global Services Vice President to Speak at Technology Professional Services Association November Summit

(08-Nov-2006)

Avaya has extended its lead in worldwide Enterprise Internet Protocol (IP) Telephony shipments and revenues, according to Synergy Research Group's 3Q 2006 Enterprise Voice Market Shares Report. Avaya Leads Worldwide Enterprise IP Telephony Market in Shipments and Revenues for Third Quarter of 2006 (15-Nov-2006)

Avaya announced it has acquired Traverse Networks, a privately held developer of enterprise mobility solutions for unified communications, based in Fremont, Calif.Avaya Acquires Traverse Networks (16-Nov-2006)

Avaya is announcing the next major wave of Unified Communications initiatives that will further shape the market and change how businesses deliver strategic communications and collaboration tools to workers wherever they are, on any device. Avaya Delivers Integrated Unified Communications and Mobility Platform, Offering More Applications from More Devices to More Locations (16-Nov-2006)

Avaya increased its lead in the share of worldwide enterprise telephony revenues to 20.6 percent in the third quarter according to Dell 'Oro Group's IP Telephony Enterprise Report, 3Q06. Avaya Increases Lead in Global Enterprise Telephony Market (16-Nov-2006)

Prime Business Systems announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya.

Prime Business Systems Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya

(20-Nov-2006)

Avaya announced that it has named Dinesh Malkani as Managing Director for Avaya in China. Avaya Appoints Dinesh Malkani as Managing Director for China (21-Nov-2006)

Empirix announced that its Hammer On Call automated testing service is compliant with key contact center solutions from Avaya.Empirix Automated Testing Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (28-Nov-2006)

A new report from Gartner Inc. on the 2005 global contact center market shows that Avaya is the market leader with 39.1% of all contact center agents – more than triple the share of the company's closest competitor.Avaya Leads the Global Market in Analyst Firm's Worldwide Report on Contact Centers (28-Nov-2006)

Viola Networks announced that its integrated VoIP assessment and monitoring suite - NetAlly Lifecycle Manager - is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya. Viola Networks Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (28-Nov-2006)

Avaya will host a web forum called, "Communications Continuity – Be Prepared!" The free, hour-long event will be held on Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 12:00 noon Eastern. Public and Private Sector Organizations Share Best Practices for Preparing Communications for the Unexpected during Avaya Web Forum (30-Nov-2006)

December

Meru Networks will demonstrate the benefits of a converged wireless network for delivering mobility solutions that keep workers connected in educational environments and healthcare organizations at the 2007 Avaya National Public Service Summit. Meru Networks to Showcase the Benefits of Wireless Networking at the Avaya National Public Service Summit (04-Dec-2006)

When the Government of the State of Chihuahua needed a way to improve the communications between its citizens and their offices, they turned to Avaya Mexico and their portfolio of Intelligent Communications Solutions.

Avaya Solution Helps Chihuahua's Government Improve Services for Citizens and Increase Productivity of Their Employees

(04-Dec-2006)

Converged Communication Systems, LLC announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya.

Converged Communication Systems Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya

(04-Dec-2006)

TISL Limited, a leading U.K. call recording company, announced that its Eventra recording and performance optimisation solution suite is compliant with key IP and traditional telephony solutions from Avaya. TISL's Eventra Recording and Performance Optimisation Suite Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (04-Dec-2006)

A new Avaya IP Office Accessibility Suite from Avaya enables small and medium companies to have the communication tools they need to make their systems easily accessible by employees and customers with disabilities. Avaya Broadens Its Support for Accessible Communications Solutions for People with Disabilities (04-Dec-2006)

Avaya and its Partner community are joining forces this week to help government, education and healthcare organizations use communications to improve the lives of the people they serve.Avaya Puts Intelligent Communications to Work to Improve Public Services (04-Dec-2006)

INI will highlight how its Self Service Solutions are helping Healthcare and Government organizations provide rapid access to information and increased levels of customer service to citizens and patients in multimedia environments at the Avaya National Public Services Summit being held December 4-7, 2006.

INI Highlights the Benefits of Self Service Technology during Avaya National Public Service Summit

(04-Dec-2006)

Witness Systems announced that the second generation of its Impact 360™ Workforce Optimization solution is compliant with key IP telephony and contact center solutions from Avaya. Witness Systems Second Generation Impact 360 Workforce Optimization Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (05-Dec-2006)

Avaya announced a broad new series of capabilities for the Avaya Mobile Communication System (MCS). During times of emergency, establishing prompt communications can make all the difference – helping organizations to marshal resources, direct first responders and provide vital information to constituents.

Avaya Development Partners Expand Mobile Communications System Capabilities for Quick and Effective Emergency Response

(05-Dec-2006)

At the Avaya National Public Services Summit in Las Vegas, XTEND will highlight how the company's intelligent workstation software helps public safety organizations improve response times and speed the delivery of critical emergency services to citizens. XTEND Communications Highlights the Benefits of Enhanced 911 Software during Avaya National Public Service Summit (05-Dec-2006)

During this week's Avaya National Public Service Summit in Las Vegas, Dialogic Communications Corp. (DCC) will present its newest GIS-driven solution for emergency notification, GeoCast® Web, version 1.4. Dialogic To Present New Version of GeoCast Web During Avaya National Public Service Summit (05-Dec-2006)

RedSky Technologies announced the general availability of its new client application that makes it possible for IP softphone users to quickly register their location and obtain E911 service from anywhere in the country. The new RedSky Softphone Location Determination Application (SLDA) is being showcased at the Avaya National Public Services Summit in Las Vegas.RedSky Announces General Availability of Softphone Location Application at Avaya National Public Services Summit (05-Dec-2006)

QuesCom announced that its QuesCom 400 IP/GSM gateway is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya. QuesCom Solution Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (05-Dec-2006)

Altura Communication Solutions announced that Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, SJMHS, selected Altura to design and implement an Avaya IP telephony network. Saint Joseph Mercy Health System Selects Altura for Avaya IP Telephony Network (06-Dec-2006)

Avaya introduced its new third-generation directory enabled management (DEM) interface, a building block that intelligently connects enterprise business applications with IP telephony software, messaging systems and media servers. Avaya Introduces 3rd-Generation Directory Enabled Management (DEM) Interface to Link Intelligent Communications with Business Applications (06-Dec-2006)

Emergency responders can now answer calls for help from Washington, D.C. residents within five seconds with a new integrated phone system designed, developed and installed by IBM using Avaya contact center solutions and software.D.C. 911 Calls Answered Within Five Seconds with IBM Call Center Solution (06-Dec-2006)

Kentrox, a leading manufacturer of high-speed network access solutions, today announced that its Q1300 Quality of Service (QoS) Appliance and Q2300 Ethernet QoS Access Router are compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya.Kentrox® QoS Solutions Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (07-Dec-2006)

To underpin its growing operations, link remote workers and make dramatic reductions in communication costs, iCIMS is using an IP telephony solution from Avaya.One of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America Selects Avaya IP Telephony to Underpin its Operations (11-Dec-2006)

Extreme Networks has successfully completed compliance testing of Extreme Networks® Summit® X450 switches with Avaya IP telephony solutions.Extreme Networks Summit X450 Switch Platform Successfully Completes Compliance Testing With Avaya's Market-Leading IP Telephony Solutions (12-Dec-2006)

Netcordia announced that its NetMRI network diagnostic tool is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya. Netcordia's NetMRI Network Diagnostic Tool Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (12-Dec-2006)

RE/MAX® Unlimited Northwest, a real estate agency that covers the Chicago suburbs of northern Illinois, is improving client service, reducing costs and growing its operations after implementing Avaya IP Office.RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest is Sold on the Value of
Investing in Intelligent Communications from Avaya (12-Dec-2006)

Peak Communication announced that it has been named a Silver Business Partner by Avaya. Peak Communication Achieves Silver Certification with Avaya (15-Dec-2006)

Enkata has been selected by Avaya for membership in the Avaya DeveloperConnection program. Enkata Selected for Membership in Avaya DeveloperConnection Program (18-Dec-2006)

Atlantic Voice and Data Solutions, LLC. announced that it has been designated as a "Small and Medium Business (SMB) Expert" by Avaya.

Atlantic Voice and Data Solutions, LLC Achieves "Small and Medium Business Expert" Distinction from Avaya

(18-Dec-2006)

At Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado, nearly 700 "Santa Trackers," backed by Avaya Intelligent Communications telephony and contact center applications, are on standby to answer the Number One question of their mission: "Where’s Santa?" "Where’s Santa?" Avaya Intelligent Communications Help NORAD Santa Trackers Answer Number One Question on Busiest Night of the Year (19-Dec-2006)

Symmetricom, Inc. announced that SyncServer® S200™, the company’s high-performance Global Positioning System (GPS) network time protocol (NTP) server, is compliant with key IP telephony solutions from Avaya.Symmetricom’s Time Server for Next Generation Networks Rated Avaya Compliant (19-Dec-2006)

When ACS, one of the Latin America's largest contact center operators, embarked on its most ambitious project to build one of the largest IP contact centers in Brazil, the company turned to an Intelligent Communications solution from Avaya.

Avaya Implements one of the Largest IP Contact Centers in Brazil for ACS

(19-Dec-2006)

Aculab announced that its GroomerII platform is compliant with key telephony solutions from Avaya.

Aculab Solution Now Rated 'Avaya Compliant'

(20-Dec-2006)

AMTELCO announced that two solutions – it's web-based scripting and emergency notification applications - are compliant with key IP telephony and contact center solutions from Avaya.AMTELCO Web-Based Scripting and Emergency Notification Solutions Now Rated "Avaya Compliant" (21-Dec-2006)

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