VERNet designs, builds, operates and manages a network that enables educators, researchers and students to exhange ideas and communicate faster. The network is the Victorian Education and Research Network (VERN).
VERNet is the preferred supplier of high bandwidth connectivity to the research and education sector in Victoria providing customers leading edge technology and services for the best value for money.
Facts about VERNet...
- Established in 2004
- Current carrier licence under Telecommunications Act 1997 (Cth)
- Company founders and current shareholders are the nine Victorian Universities and the CSIRO
- Over 197 University and CSIRO campuses connected to the VERN including 22 hospitals
- Fibre Optic cable network spanning over 1800km across Victoria
- Dedicated High Speed Research Network up to 10Gbps connecting six major Victorian research precincts.
- Provider of high speed Layer 1, 2 and 3 services
Key Strategies for 2012
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Offer services on the Victorian Research Network (VRN) to meet the needs of the research community
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Extend regional network infrastructure to more regional hubs
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Develop innovative products and services to meet the growing needs of the sector
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Connect the VERN to research and education networks in an efficient and effective manner
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Train and develop our staff to provide excellent service
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Deliver services to our members that are measurably good quality and high value for money
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Partner with other providers in the sector to stimulate higher utilisation of the VERN network
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Foster collaborative, trusting working relationships with our members