HOUSTON - Jan. 12, 2005 - In a move to give customers enhanced access to its expertise in IP, converged and traditional networking solutions, NextiraOne has shifted its focus to bring sales and service delivery decision-making authority closer to those customers. The company has appointed general managers to head its new Western, Eastern, Central and National Markets business units. J.M. (Joe) Daly has been selected as the vice president and general manager of the Western region.

"While our commitment to all of our customers is strong, the West remains an extremely important region for NextiraOne, and we needed a general manager who had extensive telecom experience and strong customer relations capabilities," said NextiraOne CEO Dale Booth. "Joe has the leadership skills, dedication and experience to help the company rapidly address customer needs in that region."

As the vice president and general manager of the Western region, Joe Daly will work to expand sales in major markets, execute strategic and operational plans and improve service quality. Prior to his current position at NextiraOne, Joe, who has more than 20 years of experience in telecommunications, was vice president and general manager of the Northwest territory for Williams Communications Solutions, which became part of NextiraOne in 2001. Joe also held executive sales positions at Nortel Communications Solutions and Pactel Meridian Systems.

About NextiraOne
NextiraOne North America is a leading provider of integrated enterprise network, IP telephony, voice and data solutions and services that enable effective business communications. Built on a foundation of telecommunications industry experience dating back to the 1970s, the company's expertise ranges from planning to the implementation, support and management of traditional, IP and converged voice and data communications networks. NextiraOne also provides solutions featuring best-in-class technologies from leading manufacturers and vendors. The company offers consultation and solutions development ranging from contact center applications to network professional services. The NextiraOne companies enjoy a rich history that has been woven from the fabric of Williams Communications Solutions, Milgo Solutions, Racal-Datacom, Timeplex and Executone. For more information, please visit www.NextiraOne.com.

NextiraOne is owned by Platinum Equity (www.platinumequity.com), a global acquisition firm specializing in the strategic operation of mission-critical services and solutions businesses according to a unique M&A&O^SM model of value creation.

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