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'''Cerillion''' is a provider of [[Telecommunications billing|billing]], charging and [[customer management]] systems, based in the [[UK]]. The company was originally founded in 1999, focusing on delivering solutions to a range of industries including [[telecommunications]], [[finance]], [[utilities]] and [[transportation]].
'''Cerillion''' is a provider of [[Telecommunications billing|billing]], charging and [[customer management]] systems, based in the [[UK]]. The company was founded in 1999, focusing on a range of industries including [[telecommunications]], [[finance]], [[utilities]] and [[transportation]].


The company’s solutions are used to price and bill subscriptions for a variety of markets. Louis Hall is the current CEO and also the original founder.
The company’s products are used to price and bill subscriptions for a variety of markets. Louis Hall is the current CEO and also the original founder.


==History==
==History==


Louis Hall originally founded the company in 1999 following the Management Buyout of the in-house Customer Care and Billing product division of [[Logica]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion|url=http://wikisperience.com/wiki/index.php?title=Cerillion|publisher=wikisperience.com|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>
Louis Hall founded the company in 1999 following the Management Buyout of the in-house Customer Care and Billing product division of [[Logica]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion|url=http://wikisperience.com/wiki/index.php?title=Cerillion|publisher=wikisperience.com|accessdate=27 February 2014|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140315105253/http://wikisperience.com/wiki/index.php?title=Cerillion|archivedate=15 March 2014}}</ref>

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In 2000, the company partnered up with [[Isle of Man]] based Manx Telecom, billing for the world's first commercial UMTS services.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion secures contract for world's first UMTS services|url=http://www.cerillion.com/en/news-events/press-releases/2000/cerillion-secures-contract-for-world’s-first-umts-services|publisher=Cerillion|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> This partnership developed further in 2005, with the implementation of its mediation solution in support of Manx Telecom’s new High Speed Downlink Packet Access ([[High Speed Packet Access|HSDPA]]) network.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion Supports Launch of First Live HSDPA Network|url=http://www.bobsguide.com/guide/news/2005/Nov/1/cerillion-supports-launch-of-first-live-hsdpa-network.html|publisher=Bobs Guide|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=O2 contracts Cerillion for Isle of Man HSDPA mediation|url=http://www.telegeography.com/products/commsupdate/articles/2005/08/31/o2-contracts-cerillion-for-isle-of-man-hsdpa-mediation/|publisher=Telegeography|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> A year later they also helped Manx Telecom become the first combined fixed and mobile telecommunications company in the world to gain BABT approval for its billing accuracy.<ref>{{cite web|title=Manx Telecom Gains BABT Approval with Cerillion Billing|url=http://www.tmcnet.com/news/2006/06/08/1675140.htm|publisher=TMC News|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> And in 2013, the partnership with Manx Telecom was extended again with Cerillion selected as their provider for an online charging system.<ref>{{cite web|title=Manx Telecom selects Cerillion online charging platform|url=http://www.industrytoday.co.uk/telecoms/manx-telecom-selects-cerillion-online-charging-platform/24639|publisher=Industry Today|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>

In 2006, Cerillion was named one of Britain’ fastest-growing private technology companies in the [[Sunday Times]] Microsoft [[Tech Track 100]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Fastest growing Companies 2006|url=http://www.fasttrack.co.uk/fasttrack/leagues/dbDetails.asp?siteID=3&compID=1851&yr=2006|publisher=Fast Track 100|accessdate=27 February 2014|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130430001441/http://www.fasttrack.co.uk/fasttrack/leagues/dbDetails.asp?siteID=3&compID=1851&yr=2006|archivedate=30 April 2013}}</ref> In 2007, the company announced that it would be opening a Global Solutions Centre in [[India]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion Technologies Expands Reach with Opening of New Global Solutions Centre in India|url=http://www.cerillion.com/en/news-events/press-releases/2006/cerillion-technologies-expands-reach-with-opening-of-new-global-solutions-centre-in-india|publisher=Cerillion|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> Following their expansion into India, the company also announced they had secured their first contract for Econet Wireless Kenya (now known as Essar Telecom Kenya).<ref>{{cite web|title=Econet Wireless Kenya adopts Cerillion Express|url=http://www.networkworld.com/news/2008/111708-econet-wireless-kenya-adopts-cerillion.html|publisher=Network World|accessdate=27 February 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140305044548/http://www.networkworld.com/news/2008/111708-econet-wireless-kenya-adopts-cerillion.html#|archive-date=2014-03-05|url-status=dead}}</ref> During 2008, Cerillion also launched Cerillion Express,<ref>{{cite web|title=New Cerillion Express CRM and billing solution 'lowers entry barrier for operators'|url=http://www.mobileeurope.co.uk/Press-Wire/4611|publisher=Mobile Europe|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> and secured a major deal with [[BTC Bahamas]].<ref>{{cite web|title=BTC chooses Cerillion for CRM and billing solution|url=http://www.bnamericas.com/news/telecommunications/BTC_chooses_Cerillion_for_CRM_and_billing_solution|publisher=BN Americas|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>


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2009 saw the launch of Cerillion’s Total Convergence Architecture (TCA) based on the TM Forum’s Application Framework.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion launches Total Convergence Architecture to make prepaid-postpaid convergence a reality|date=11 February 2009 |url=http://www.mobileeurope.co.uk/Press-Wire/5061|publisher=Mobile Europe|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> The two following years saw the company secure a strategic partnership with [[Nokia Siemens]] Networks, with the launch of NSN’s Compact UCB solution.<ref>{{cite web|title=Charging convergence helps operators find fast, efficient route to service differentiation #MWC11|url=http://nsn.com/news-events/press-room/press-releases/charging-convergence-helps-operators-find-fast-efficient-route|publisher=NSN|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>
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In 2000, the company partnered up with [[Isle of Man]] based Manx Telecom, billing for the world's first commercial UMTS services.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion secures contract for world’s first UMTS services|url=http://www.cerillion.com/en/news-events/press-releases/2000/cerillion-secures-contract-for-world’s-first-umts-services|publisher=Cerillion|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> This partnership developed further in 2005, with the implementation of its mediation solution in support of Manx Telecom’s new High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) network.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion Supports Launch of First Live HSDPA Network|url=http://www.bobsguide.com/guide/news/2005/Nov/1/cerillion-supports-launch-of-first-live-hsdpa-network.html|publisher=Bobs Guide|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=O2 contracts Cerillion for Isle of Man HSDPA mediation|url=http://www.telegeography.com/products/commsupdate/articles/2005/08/31/o2-contracts-cerillion-for-isle-of-man-hsdpa-mediation/|publisher=Telegeography|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> A year later they also helped Manx Telecom become the first combined fixed and mobile telecommunications company in the world to gain BABT approval for its billing accuracy.<ref>{{cite web|title=Manx Telecom Gains BABT Approval with Cerillion Billing|url=http://www.tmcnet.com/news/2006/06/08/1675140.htm|publisher=TMC News|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> And in 2013, the partnership with Manx Telecom was extended again with Cerillion selected as their provider for an online charging system.<ref>{{cite web|title=Manx Telecom selects Cerillion online charging platform|url=http://www.industrytoday.co.uk/telecoms/manx-telecom-selects-cerillion-online-charging-platform/24639|publisher=Industry Today|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>


In 2006, Cerillion was named one of Britain’ fastest-growing private technology companies in the [[Sunday Times]] Microsoft [[Tech Track 100]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Fastest growing Companies 2006|url=http://www.fasttrack.co.uk/fasttrack/leagues/dbDetails.asp?siteID=3&compID=1851&yr=2006|publisher=Fast Track 100|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> In 2007, the company announced that it would be opening a Global Solutions Centre in [[India]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion Technologies Expands Reach with Opening of New Global Solutions Centre in India|url=http://www.cerillion.com/en/news-events/press-releases/2006/cerillion-technologies-expands-reach-with-opening-of-new-global-solutions-centre-in-india|publisher=Cerillion|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> Following their expansion into India, the company also announced they had secured their first contract for Econet Wireless Kenya (now known as Essar Telecom Kenya).<ref>{{cite web|title=Econet Wireless Kenya adopts Cerillion Express|url=http://www.networkworld.com/news/2008/111708-econet-wireless-kenya-adopts-cerillion.html|publisher=Network World|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> During 2008, Cerillion also launched Cerillion Express,<ref>{{cite web|title=New Cerillion Express CRM and billing solution 'lowers entry barrier for operators'|url=http://www.mobileeurope.co.uk/Press-Wire/4611|publisher=Mobile Europe|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> and secured a major deal with [[BTC Bahamas]].<ref>{{cite web|title=BTC chooses Cerillion for CRM and billing solution|url=http://www.bnamericas.com/news/telecommunications/BTC_chooses_Cerillion_for_CRM_and_billing_solution|publisher=BN Americas|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>
During 2010, the company was awarded a new multi-site cable billing contract with [[Columbus Communications]], followed by major contracts with both M2 Telecommunications and [[Truphone]] in 2012.<ref>{{cite web|title=Columbus Communications Inc. selects Cerillion for Multi-site Cable Billing Solution|date=24 June 2010 |url=http://www.developingtelecoms.com/tech/operator-services/72-revenue-billing/2712-columbus-communications-inc-selects-cerillion-for-multi-site-cable-billing-solution.html|publisher=Developing Telecoms|accessdate=15 March 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=M2 Goes Live with Cerillion|url=http://www.billingworld.com/news/2012/03/m2-goes-live-with-cerillion.aspx|publisher=Billing World|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Truphone signs with Cerillion|url=http://www.it-analysis.com/technology/mobile/news_release.php?rel=32400|publisher=IT Analysis|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>


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In 2013, Cerillion introduced a new [[Software as a Service]] (SaaS) [[Telecommunications billing|billing]] application, Cerillion Skyline, and launched its Cloud Partner Programme.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion unveils new cloud partner programme|url=http://www.iteuropa.com/News/2013/September/Cerillion-unveils-new-cloud-partner-programme.aspx|publisher=IT Europa|accessdate=27 February 2014|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140305081417/http://www.iteuropa.com/News/2013/September/Cerillion-unveils-new-cloud-partner-programme.aspx|archivedate=5 March 2014}}</ref>
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2009 saw the launch of Cerillion’s Total Convergence Architecture (TCA) based on the TM Forum’s Application Framework.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion launches Total Convergence Architecture to make prepaid-postpaid convergence a reality|url=http://www.mobileeurope.co.uk/Press-Wire/5061|publisher=Mobile Europe|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref> The two following years saw the company secure a strategic partnership with [[Nokia Siemens]] Networks, with the launch of NSN’s Compact UCB solution.<ref>{{cite web|title=Charging convergence helps operators find fast, efficient route to service differentiation #MWC11|url=http://nsn.com/news-events/press-room/press-releases/charging-convergence-helps-operators-find-fast-efficient-route|publisher=NSN|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>


On 18 March 2016, Cerillion Technologies became a public company by listing on the [[AIM market]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion Takes AIM at the Next Level|url=https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cerillion-takes-aim-next-level-093000149.html|publisher=Yahoo! Finance|accessdate=29 March 2016}}</ref>
During 2010, the company was awarded a new multi-site cable billing contract with Columbus Communications, followed by major contracts with both M2 Telecommunications and Truphone in 2012.<ref>{{cite web|title=Columbus Communications Inc. selects Cerillion for Multi-site Cable Billing Solution|url=http://www.developingtelecoms.com/tech/operator-services/72-revenue-billing/2712-columbus-communications-inc-selects-cerillion-for-multi-site-cable-billing-solution.html|publisher=Developing Telecoms|accessdate=15 March 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=M2 Goes Live with Cerillion|url=http://www.billingworld.com/news/2012/03/m2-goes-live-with-cerillion.aspx|publisher=Billing World|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Truphone signs with Cerillion|url=http://www.it-analysis.com/technology/mobile/news_release.php?rel=32400|publisher=IT Analysis|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>


In 2020, Cerillion announced its BSS automation technologies as part of the project The Edge in Automation Catalyst, set to be revealed in the Catalyst Interactive Showcase at TM Forum on 7 July. Cerillion is investing with Ciena Blue Planet, IBM and Optare Solutions, with AT&T, BT, Orange, Telecom Italia, Telus, Verizon, Videotron and Vodafone championing the network.<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=25 June 2020|title=Cerillion to demonstrate BSS Automation in TM Forum digital showcase|url=https://www.realwire.com/releases/Cerillion-to-demonstrate-BSS-Automation-in-TM-Forum-digital-showcase|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200626120450/https://www.realwire.com/releases/Cerillion-to-demonstrate-BSS-Automation-in-TM-Forum-digital-showcase |archive-date=26 June 2020 |access-date=14 July 2020|website=realwire}}</ref>
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In 2013, Cerillion introduced a new [[Software as a Service]] (SaaS) [[Telecommunications billing|billing]] application, Cerillion Skyline, and launched its Cloud Partner Programme.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion unveils new cloud partner programme|url=http://www.iteuropa.com/News/2013/September/Cerillion-unveils-new-cloud-partner-programme.aspx|publisher=IT Europa|accessdate=27 February 2014}}</ref>


On the 18th March, 2016, Cerillion Technologies became a public company by listing on the [[AIM market]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Cerillion Takes AIM at the Next Level|url=http://finance.yahoo.com/news/cerillion-takes-aim-next-level-093000149.html|publisher=Yahoo! Finance|accessdate=29 March 2016}}</ref>
In 2023, Suriname's telecommunications provider, Telesur, implemented Cerillion billing, charging, and customer relationship management software for its mobile services.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Cerillion systems now in place at major Suriname telecom |url=https://www.digitallook.com/news/aim-bulletin/cerillion-systems-now-in-place-at-major-suriname-telecom--13935882.html |access-date=2023-07-13 |website=Sharecast |language=en}}</ref>


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Cerillion Plc
Company typePublic
IndustryTelecommunications, Software as a Service
Founded1999
FounderLouis Hall, CEO
Headquarters
London
,
United Kingdom
Websitecerillion.com

Cerillion is a provider of billing, charging and customer management systems, based in the UK. The company was founded in 1999, focusing on a range of industries including telecommunications, finance, utilities and transportation.

The company’s products are used to price and bill subscriptions for a variety of markets. Louis Hall is the current CEO and also the original founder.

History

[edit]

Louis Hall founded the company in 1999 following the Management Buyout of the in-house Customer Care and Billing product division of Logica.[1]

In 2000, the company partnered up with Isle of Man based Manx Telecom, billing for the world's first commercial UMTS services.[2] This partnership developed further in 2005, with the implementation of its mediation solution in support of Manx Telecom’s new High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) network.[3][4] A year later they also helped Manx Telecom become the first combined fixed and mobile telecommunications company in the world to gain BABT approval for its billing accuracy.[5] And in 2013, the partnership with Manx Telecom was extended again with Cerillion selected as their provider for an online charging system.[6]

In 2006, Cerillion was named one of Britain’ fastest-growing private technology companies in the Sunday Times Microsoft Tech Track 100.[7] In 2007, the company announced that it would be opening a Global Solutions Centre in India.[8] Following their expansion into India, the company also announced they had secured their first contract for Econet Wireless Kenya (now known as Essar Telecom Kenya).[9] During 2008, Cerillion also launched Cerillion Express,[10] and secured a major deal with BTC Bahamas.[11]

2009 saw the launch of Cerillion’s Total Convergence Architecture (TCA) based on the TM Forum’s Application Framework.[12] The two following years saw the company secure a strategic partnership with Nokia Siemens Networks, with the launch of NSN’s Compact UCB solution.[13]

During 2010, the company was awarded a new multi-site cable billing contract with Columbus Communications, followed by major contracts with both M2 Telecommunications and Truphone in 2012.[14][15][16]

In 2013, Cerillion introduced a new Software as a Service (SaaS) billing application, Cerillion Skyline, and launched its Cloud Partner Programme.[17]

On 18 March 2016, Cerillion Technologies became a public company by listing on the AIM market.[18]

In 2020, Cerillion announced its BSS automation technologies as part of the project The Edge in Automation Catalyst, set to be revealed in the Catalyst Interactive Showcase at TM Forum on 7 July. Cerillion is investing with Ciena Blue Planet, IBM and Optare Solutions, with AT&T, BT, Orange, Telecom Italia, Telus, Verizon, Videotron and Vodafone championing the network.[19]

In 2023, Suriname's telecommunications provider, Telesur, implemented Cerillion billing, charging, and customer relationship management software for its mobile services.[20]

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References

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  1. ^ "Cerillion". wikisperience.com. Archived from the original on 15 March 2014. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  2. ^ "Cerillion secures contract for world's first UMTS services". Cerillion. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  3. ^ "Cerillion Supports Launch of First Live HSDPA Network". Bobs Guide. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  4. ^ "O2 contracts Cerillion for Isle of Man HSDPA mediation". Telegeography. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  5. ^ "Manx Telecom Gains BABT Approval with Cerillion Billing". TMC News. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  6. ^ "Manx Telecom selects Cerillion online charging platform". Industry Today. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  7. ^ "Fastest growing Companies 2006". Fast Track 100. Archived from the original on 30 April 2013. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  8. ^ "Cerillion Technologies Expands Reach with Opening of New Global Solutions Centre in India". Cerillion. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  9. ^ "Econet Wireless Kenya adopts Cerillion Express". Network World. Archived from the original on 5 March 2014. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  10. ^ "New Cerillion Express CRM and billing solution 'lowers entry barrier for operators'". Mobile Europe. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  11. ^ "BTC chooses Cerillion for CRM and billing solution". BN Americas. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  12. ^ "Cerillion launches Total Convergence Architecture to make prepaid-postpaid convergence a reality". Mobile Europe. 11 February 2009. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  13. ^ "Charging convergence helps operators find fast, efficient route to service differentiation #MWC11". NSN. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  14. ^ "Columbus Communications Inc. selects Cerillion for Multi-site Cable Billing Solution". Developing Telecoms. 24 June 2010. Retrieved 15 March 2014.
  15. ^ "M2 Goes Live with Cerillion". Billing World. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  16. ^ "Truphone signs with Cerillion". IT Analysis. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  17. ^ "Cerillion unveils new cloud partner programme". IT Europa. Archived from the original on 5 March 2014. Retrieved 27 February 2014.
  18. ^ "Cerillion Takes AIM at the Next Level". Yahoo! Finance. Retrieved 29 March 2016.
  19. ^ "Cerillion to demonstrate BSS Automation in TM Forum digital showcase". realwire. 25 June 2020. Archived from the original on 26 June 2020. Retrieved 14 July 2020.
  20. ^ "Cerillion systems now in place at major Suriname telecom". Sharecast. Retrieved 13 July 2023.
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