Teleste announced the general availability of its Virtual Device Manager (VDM), following successful deployments with leading cable operators.

As virtualization reshapes the broadband industry by moving critical network functions from hardware to flexible software, Teleste's Virtual Device Manager brings the same transformation to HMS management.

VDM is a software-based solution that virtualizes HMS functions and empowers cable operators to transition smoothly into Distributed Access Architectures (DAA). Centralizing amplifier and transponder management into a scalable, standards-based software platform, the VDM enhances operational efficiency, strengthens network visibility, and reduces costs -- ensuring operators a future-proof path toward next-generation network operations.

Meeting the Needs of Modern Cable Networks

Traditional HMS management systems have long played a key role in outside plant operations, but physical controllers often fall short when it comes to scalability and flexibility. Teleste's VDM, designed to seamlessly manage HMS transponders downstream of Remote PHY Devices in Distributed Access networks, replaces hardware with software -- empowering operators to:

Standards-Based, Open, and Future-Proof

Teleste's VDM is built on open standards and multi-vendor interoperability. It integrates easily with diverse equipment ecosystems and existing operator infrastructures. The compatibility with Teleste's CATVisor Commander and Argus NMS platforms is ensured, providing a cohesive, end-to-end management workflow. By leveraging virtualization and established industry standards, VDM allows operators to modernize management without locking into proprietary ecosystems.