Houston, TX (October 22, 2001) -- Nextira, a leading network services and solutions provider of voice, data and converged technology, announced today the adoption of the company's new name, NextiraOne. By emphasizing the value of voice and data network integration, the NextiraOne name reflects the company's commitment to advancing converged technology and its use among enterprise customers for mission-critical networks.

"NextiraOne signifies our ability to be the sole network partner for the life of our customers' networks," explained Bob Wentworth, NextiraOne president and CEO. "In becoming NextiraOne, we are more fully embracing our ability to serve as one source for voice and data network capabilities while strengthening the company's commitment to converged technology."

According to industry sources, converged solutions will be a multi-billion dollar market over the next four years. While NextiraOne has seen incremental increases in converged solutions engagements among clients with traditional networks, the company anticipates a quickening pace over the next two years as enterprise customers look to converged mission-critical networks for a competitive advantage.

"In the six months since our formation through the integration of Williams Communications Solutions and Milgo Solutions, we have successfully merged our service capabilities and corporate cultures, while continuing to meet the diverse network needs of our combined client base," Wentworth added. "With our strength in converged networks, NextiraOne is poised for leadership in the dynamic market of connectivity and convergence."

About NextiraOne
Headquartered in Houston, TX, NextiraOne is a leading provider of network solutions and services. NextiraOne delivers world-class solutions and life cycle services from planning and design, through the implementation, support, and management of voice, data, and converged communications networks. As a nationwide service organization that carries an extensive portfolio of certifications and product expertise, NextiraOne provides best-in-class technologies from leading partners, such as Nortel Networks and Cisco Systems. NextiraOne offers consultation and solutions development ranging from contact center applications to network infrastructure outsourcing. NextiraOne is owned by Platinum Equity (www.peh.com), a global organization specializing in the acquisition and strategic management of high-tech companies. For more information, please visit www.NextiraOne.com.

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Contacts:
Weber Shandwick Worldwide
Shawn Robinson (305) 448-7450 x138
srobinson@webershandwick.com

For NextiraOne:
Shannon DeYoung
Director, Marketing
713-307-4743
Shannon.DeYoung@NextiraOne.com