Benu Networks, a leading provider of innovative virtual network solutions that enable service providers to rapidly create and deliver next generation IP services, today announced that its Virtual Service Edge (VSE) platform has achieved VMware Ready status. This designation indicates that after a detailed validation process, Benu Networks' Virtual Service Edge (VSE) 5.1 has achieved VMware's highest level of endorsement and is supported on the VMware vCloud NFV platform for production environments.

"Adhering to VMware's stringent interoperability standards, we are pleased to have achieved VMware Ready certification for NFV," stated Mads Lillelund, CEO, Benu Networks. "Service providers throughout the world can easily deploy Benu Networks' VSE solutions within their VMware cloud environment to leverage the benefits of network functions virtualization and enable rapid, agile service innovation while lowering CAPEX and OPEX costs."

"We are pleased that Benu Networks' Virtual Service Edge qualifies for the VMware Ready logo, signifying to customers that it has met specific VMware interoperability standards and works effectively with the VMware vCloud NFV platform. This signifies to customers that Benu Networks' Virtual Service Edge can be deployed in production environments with confidence and can speed time to value within customer environments," said Gabriele Di Piazza, Vice President of Solutions, Telco NFV Group at VMware.

The VMware Ready program is a co-branding benefit of the Technology Alliance Partner (TAP) program that makes it easy for customers to identify partner products certified to work with VMware cloud infrastructure. Customers can use these products and solutions to lower project risks and realize cost savings over custom built solutions. With thousands of members worldwide, the VMware TAP program includes best-of-breed technology partners with the shared commitment to bring the best expertise and business solution for each unique customer need.

Benu Networks' Virtual Service Edge can be found within the online VMware Solution Exchange (VSX) at
https://solutionexchange.vmware.com/store/products/benu-networks-virtual-service-edge-vse. The VMware Solution Exchange is the online marketplace where VMware partners and developers can publish rich marketing content and downloadable software for our customers.