29 November 2023

Optiva has been selected by REALLY to power and grow its new mobile phone service nationwide, powered by Optiva BSS on Google Cloud. REALLY is on a mission to bridge the digital divide by introducing a nationwide decentralized wireless (DeWi) network across the U.S., commencing in Austin, Texas.

The REALLY DeWi network is powered by the people, bringing the sharing economy to the telecom industry. The network is fueled by strategically positioned cell site radios hosted on rooftops and balconies, making increased speeds and seamless roaming available to all customers on the network. Recognizing connectivity is a necessity, its decentralized network is about providing service and creating community through its G.O.A.T. program, honoring people and causes while offering free and discounted services to qualified first responders, teachers, veterans, and other deserving individuals to make quality mobile connectivity universally accessible.

“Optiva is inspired by REALLY’s vision to bridge the digital divide and enable better coverage and faster speeds for consumers across the US,” said Robert Stabile, CEO of Optiva. “We are proud that our Optiva BSS will bring the functionality needed to achieve their goals. Optiva’s mission is to power innovation in the telecom industry, and REALLY is a shining example of that goal.”

REALLY will be empowered by Optiva’s full suite of comprehensive BSS features, pre-integrated carrier APIs, third-party services, dual-network provisioning and turnkey managed services and support.

“Our mission is unique, and we needed a BSS platform that delivers a broad range of functionality and integrations, plus a rapid launch with the scalability to support nationwide growth,” said Adam Lyons, founder and CEO of REALLY. “Optiva’s comprehensive software, telecom expertise and dual-network support were key to choosing Optiva.”